ShippingCircle is a student-founded project helping those interested in shipping, maritime finance, shipbroking, logistics, and port operations explore the industry, find opportunities, and build their professional path.
ShippingCircle was created by someone with a genuine interest in the maritime industry. It started as a personal effort to make the world of shipping, maritime finance, and related fields more accessible to students and early-career professionals who are trying to find their way in.
The maritime industry is vast, global, and often opaque from the outside. ShippingCircle exists to help bridge that gap — by sharing information, highlighting career paths, and connecting people who are curious about what a career at sea, in a shipbroking firm, or in maritime finance actually looks like.
Information on maritime industry sectors and what careers within them actually involve
Internship and career opportunity listings relevant to students and young professionals
Guidance on professional development, networking, and how to break into the industry
Resources including associations, certifications, and reading material to deepen your knowledge
A growing community of people who share the same interest in maritime careers
The maritime industry is broad. Whether your interest lies in finance, operations, trading, or engineering, there is a career path within it. Here is a brief overview of the core areas ShippingCircle focuses on.
The movement of goods across the world's oceans. Careers in shipping span vessel operations, fleet management, commercial shipping, and technical management of vessels.
The financing of ships, shipping companies, and maritime assets. Roles include ship finance, structured lending, investment analysis, and maritime banking — often based in London, Geneva, or Singapore.
The buying, selling, and chartering of vessels. Shipbrokers act as intermediaries between vessel owners and charterers. It is a relationship-driven, fast-paced commercial career.
The planning, coordination, and movement of goods from origin to destination. Maritime logistics involves freight forwarding, customs, documentation, and supply chain coordination.
The networks through which raw materials and finished goods move globally. Supply chain professionals manage flow, risk, sourcing, and distribution — often working closely with shipping and logistics teams.
The management and operation of ports and terminals. Port professionals oversee cargo handling, vessel scheduling, terminal operations, and the coordination of maritime trade infrastructure.
Getting into the maritime industry often requires a first step — an internship, a short placement, or an entry-level role. ShippingCircle curates relevant opportunities and shares guidance on how to approach your maritime job search.
Short-term placements are one of the best ways to get real exposure to the maritime industry. We highlight internship opportunities relevant to students and recent graduates across maritime sectors.
Many maritime firms offer structured graduate programmes. We share information on what these look like and how to approach the application process for roles in shipbroking, finance, and operations.
Understanding which role suits you, how to position your CV for maritime firms, and how to navigate the industry as a newcomer — ShippingCircle shares honest, practical guidance.
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The maritime industry runs on relationships. Knowing the right people, understanding how the industry works, and being present in the right spaces matters — especially early in your career.
Maritime is a small, relationship-driven world. Reaching out to professionals on LinkedIn, attending industry events, and being genuinely curious goes a long way when you are starting out.
Many universities with maritime programmes have student shipping societies or associations. These are often underused but provide excellent early access to the industry and to peers with similar interests.
Conferences like Posidonia, Nor-Shipping, and Gastech bring the maritime world together. As a student, attending or following these events — even remotely — helps you understand the landscape.
A professional LinkedIn profile that clearly communicates your interest in maritime, your academic background, and your ambitions is one of the simplest things you can do to attract opportunities.
The more you understand about how maritime works — commercially, operationally, and financially — the better positioned you will be. Here are some starting points.
Key bodies that govern, represent, and connect the maritime industry globally.
Publications and resources to help you follow the industry and deepen your knowledge.
Programmes and qualifications recognised within the maritime industry.
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An independent maritime-focused project created to support students and young professionals exploring maritime careers.
ShippingCircle is an independent project created by a young professional with a real interest in the maritime industry. ShippingCircle is an independent project created to help students and young professionals explore maritime careers, opportunities, and networking. It was built by someone who found the maritime world fascinating, noticed how hard it was to find clear, accessible information as an outsider, and decided to do something about it.
The goal is simple: to make it easier for students and young professionals to understand what the maritime industry looks like, what kinds of careers exist within it, and how to take their first steps into it.
Shipping, maritime finance, shipbroking, logistics, supply chains, and port operations are all deeply important industries that touch almost every aspect of global trade. Yet they remain relatively unknown to most students outside of specialised maritime universities. ShippingCircle aims to change that — not at scale, but one person at a time.
This is an early-stage project. It will grow over time. If you are a student, a recent graduate, or someone just beginning to explore what a maritime career might look like, ShippingCircle is built for you.
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An introduction to the six core sectors ShippingCircle focuses on, and what careers within them look like.
Shipping is the movement of goods by sea — accounting for roughly 90% of global trade. Careers in shipping range from commercial shipping management and vessel operations to technical management and crewing. It is one of the oldest and most international industries in the world.
Ships are expensive assets. Maritime finance covers the lending, investment, and structuring of deals that allow shipping companies to acquire and operate vessels. Key hubs include London, Geneva, Hamburg, and Singapore. Roles exist within banks, private equity firms, and shipping companies themselves.
Shipbrokers act as intermediaries between vessel owners and those who want to use vessels — known as charterers. The role involves negotiating charter parties, sale and purchase transactions, and maintaining long-term commercial relationships. It is demanding, fast-paced, and relationship-driven.
Logistics is the practical coordination of moving goods from one place to another. In the maritime context, this includes freight forwarding, customs clearance, documentation, port coordination, and last-mile delivery. Logistics professionals bridge the gap between sea transport and the final customer.
Supply chains are the networks through which raw materials and finished products move from producers to consumers. Maritime supply chain roles involve sourcing, procurement, risk management, and distribution planning — often working alongside shipping and logistics teams on a global scale.
Ports are the nodes through which maritime trade flows. Port operations professionals oversee cargo handling, vessel scheduling, terminal management, and the infrastructure that keeps global trade moving. Roles exist at port authorities, terminal operators, and logistics companies worldwide.
Information, guidance, and current opportunities relevant to students and young professionals in maritime.
Breaking into maritime as a student or young professional requires some preparation and persistence. Here is honest, practical guidance on how to approach it.
An internship — even a short one — gives you real exposure to how the industry works. It also tells employers that you have taken initiative. Target firms that are small enough to give you genuine responsibility from day one.
Maritime firms, especially in shipbroking and finance, value commercial awareness, numerical ability, and communication skills. Tailor your CV to show genuine interest in the industry — mention specific firms, market knowledge, or relevant coursework.
Many maritime roles — especially internships — are never formally advertised. A well-written, concise LinkedIn message or email to the right person at a firm you admire is often more effective than applying through a job board.
ShippingCircle is in its early stages. Below is a current internship opportunity listed through the project. More will be added as they become available.
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A curated list of resources to help you learn more about the maritime industry and explore possible career paths.
The maritime industry has a lot of depth. The more you read, follow, and understand — the more credible you will be when speaking to professionals or applying for roles. These are some of the most useful starting points.
Key bodies that govern, represent, and connect the maritime industry globally. Following their publications is a good way to stay informed.
Publications that cover the maritime industry daily. Reading these regularly will help you understand what is happening commercially and operationally.
Universities and programmes with strong maritime reputations. Some offer distance learning options for those not studying in these locations.
Industry-recognised qualifications that can strengthen your profile when applying for maritime roles.
Major maritime conferences and exhibitions where the industry gathers. Even following these events on social media provides useful exposure.
LinkedIn is the most active platform for maritime professionals. Following the right people and firms will give you a much clearer picture of the industry.
Yeppa Imports · Atlanta, Georgia, USA · 3 months
Yeppa Imports is an import and distribution company based in Atlanta, Georgia, sourcing consumer goods and industrial products from Asia, Europe, and Latin America. They are offering a 3-month paid internship within their import operations team.
This is a practical, hands-on role for someone interested in international trade and logistics. You will be involved in the day-to-day coordination of inbound shipments, working with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and suppliers. It is a good entry point for anyone exploring a career in global logistics or supply chain management.
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