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.
Key information
Date live
Apr. 19, 2022
Business Area
COO & Functions
Area of Expertise
Campus - Summer Intern
Contract
Summer Internship
Reference Code
00276328
Job description
Manage risk, build your career
In our business, successfully managing risk is more than strategically important – it’s essential. As an integral part of our success, Barclays’ Risk team helps determine the level of risk considered appropriate for our client, group of clients or other legal entity. Think you have what it takes to succeed here? Join us as a summer analyst.
Real responsibility, right away
As a summer analyst, you’ll spend the summer with our team, developing a solid foundation in financial analysis, market research, capital markets products and transaction structures. You’ll learn our products, study the market and apply extensive research and analytical skills as well as comprehensive product and market knowledge to client and transactional credit risk evaluation. During this programme, you’ll be placed in one of the key areas in Risk, including Credit, Operational, Treasury and Model. As a summer analyst you may:
- research and analyse financial statements and industry peer groups to assess creditworthiness
- prepare and maintain industry and counterparty credit reviews and ratings
- monitor and report on a product’s risk profile
- on-board new clients and ensure counterparty data is complete and accurate
- assist in handling trade requests, including analysing transaction specific risks.
A place where you can thrive
At Barclays, you’ll be part of the Risk Function of a trans-Atlantic bulge bracket bank, 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 programme, you’ll also:
- participate in formal and informal training
- connect with junior and senior mentors
- attend dedicated networking sessions and other programme 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 a full-time analyst after graduation.
To be considered for this programme, you must:
- currently be pursuing an undergraduate degree with anticipated graduation year 2023.
Ideally, you would also be:
- an ambitious problem-solver.
- an analytical thinker.
- a fast learner, keen to understand how a global bank adapts in a constantly evolving regulatory environment.
It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.
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. See some of the benefits* you could receive when joining us full-time.
Paid holiday and vacation
Competitive pay
Private medical care
Disability assurance
Flexible working
Life assurance
Voluntary benefits
Retirement planning
*This is an example of benefits offered to full-time employees. Specific benefits may vary based on the type of role, programme and location.
What makes a successful Intern at Barclays?
These key qualities will help you lay a solid foundation for success on our programmes. From day one, we’ll help you further develop and strengthen them. We’re ready to help you achieve your aspirations and make the most of everything we have to offer.
The Barclays Way
This is the spirit of Barclays. It’s why we exist, what we believe and how we behave. But most importantly, it’s how we make decisions, take action and get things done.
Purpose
We exist to provide responsible finance to people and business – but also a whole lot more.
Values
We believe great talent RISES. It acts with Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship.
Mindset
We discover our full potential through our desire to Empower, Challenge and Drive each other.