Employer: Barclays
Location: London, United Kingdom
Salary: Competitive pay
Contract: Intern
Summer Internship Programme Overview
Join Barclays as a summer intern and discover the world of finance and technology.
This 10-week programme gives you the chance to:
Dive into real projects offering a comprehensive business overview
Select your desired business area for an in-depth introduction
Take on immediate responsibility, guided by a mentor and line manager
Forge connections, explore new opportunities, and build your career path
The internship is open to students in their penultimate or final year of university.
Why Join the Capital Markets Summer Intern Programme?
As a Summer Analyst, you’ll learn across several specialist areas, including:
Equity and debt origination
Loans
Structuring
Risk management
Syndication
These operate within four business units: Debt Capital Markets, Risk Solutions Group, Equity Capital Markets, and Leveraged Finance.
You’ll gain hands-on experience with:
Live deals and proposals
Preparing new business presentations
Learning the art of executing transactions
Investment Banking at Barclays
Within Country Coverage, Sector, and M&A teams, the Investment Banking division builds and maintains client relationships. The team works to understand client needs, expectations, and goals, developing appropriate investment banking solutions for their businesses.
Requirements
Students in their penultimate or final year of study, from any degree background
Interest in business and finance
Strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, and commitment to delivering the best client outcomes
Visa sponsorship: Barclays accepts applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK.
Working in London
Barclays’ global headquarters in Canary Wharf is at the heart of London’s financial district.
Here, you’ll be:
Immersed in the buzz of city life
Exposed to the many functions of a global financial institution
Collaborating with brilliant minds on innovations redefining the future of finance
Purpose of the Role
To participate in the day-to-day activities of the capital markets division by:
Providing insights and expertise to support decision-making
Developing new products and services
Identifying new market opportunities
Key Accountabilities
Execution of small research projects and preparation of reports
Supporting strategic decision-making through research
Preparing presentations and proposals
Advising corporate clients with structured solutions
Collaborating across teams to support business initiatives
Participating in training and development programmes
Developing and launching new products and services
Supporting client relationships and customer service needs
Contributing to the creation of financial models and strategies
Analyst Expectations
Perform tasks to a high standard and drive continuous improvement
Develop in-depth technical knowledge within your area of expertise
Collaborate across functions and influence decision-making
Take responsibility for risk management and embedding new policies
Deliver results aligned with regulations, codes of conduct, and company values
Barclays colleagues are expected to demonstrate:
Values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, Stewardship
Mindset: Empower, Challenge, Drive
What You Get in Return
Barclays offers a competitive package of benefits designed to support employees and their families. Examples include:
Paid holiday and vacation
Competitive pay
Private medical care
Disability assurance
Flexible working
Life assurance
Voluntary benefits
Retirement planning
Benefits vary depending on role, programme, and location.
How to Apply
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