Internships at Barclays

Our internships are the perfect introduction to the world of financial services. You’ll be immersed in your chosen business area, learning from our people and taking on real business challenges.

Wherever you join us, you’ll discover a platform to help you absorb the essential skills and knowledge you’ll need to progress on your journey at Barclays. You’ll receive genuine support and encouragement, with both senior and junior mentors to guide you; and you’ll have the opportunity to take part in networking and social events. We want you to feel part of our community from the very start.

Build client relationships and your banking career

Barclays Private Bank works closely with high-net-worth clients and their advisors who have complex banking and investment needs, both in the UK and across the world. We are here to understand their situation and their aspirations, so we can help them to reach their goals. We harness a global network of knowledge, expertise and professional partners to meet our clients’ unique requirements. Whatever they want to achieve, our Private Bankers and specialists create the personalised solutions that will help them achieve it.

The chance to make an impact

As a Summer Analyst, you’ll take your first steps into the fascinating world of international private finance, gaining expertise in key financial markets. By working closely with experienced Private Bankers, you will learn how to assess a client’s needs, then formulate and execute the right solutions to help them reach their goals. You may:

• perform financial analysis of potential clients
• prepare presentations and memoranda for existing and new clients
• support credit and onboarding due diligence
• attend client meetings with experienced bankers
• network and build relationships across a global organisation

A place where you can thrive

At Barclays, you’ll be surrounded by people who will help you achieve your ambitions. Our collaborative, supportive environment gives you the chance to build solid relationships with senior leaders and peers alike. During the program, you’ll also:

• participate in formal and informal training.
• connect with junior and senior mentors.
• attend dedicated networking sessions and other program events.
• receive detailed performance feedback.
• give back to the community through volunteer events.

And if you really impress us, this could be the beginning of an incredible career. We invite top-performing, eligible Summer Analysts to join us as full-time Private Banking Analysts after graduation.

To be considered for this program, you must:

• currently be pursuing an undergraduate degree with anticipated graduation year 2023.

Ideally, you would also have:

• a strong interest in business and banking.
• strong communication and writing skills.
• course experience in finance, accounting and economics recommended, but not required.
• resourcefulness, team-orientation, enthusiasm and an entrepreneurial spirit, demonstrated through participation in extracurricular activities.

What you get in return

However high you rise at Barclays, we believe all our employees should receive a competitive package of core benefits flexible to you and your family’s needs. At Barclays, you’ll support our customers and clients, and we’ll support you with rewards that will genuinely make a difference.

• Paid holiday and vacation
• Competitive pay
• Private medical care
• Disability assurance
• Flexible working
• Life assurance
• Voluntary benefits
• Retirement planning