Barclays Internships programmes are about more than just work experience. You’ll join a team that helps move money safely for millions of people. You’ll learn how finance really works and how your ideas, effort and curiosity can help shape it.
Application Deadline
- No single global deadline — each vacancy has its own closing date. Apply early, as roles may close once sufficient candidates are shortlisted.
Tell Me About The Internships
Barclays offers paid Summer and Off‑Cycle Internships across the UK, US, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. These programmes provide hands‑on experience in banking, markets, technology, risk, finance, operations, and more.
Interns are supported by mentors, buddies, and people leaders, gaining exposure to real projects that shape financial services.
Internship Types
- Summer Internships – ~10 weeks (June–August 2027). Structured introduction to a chosen business area.
- Off‑Cycle Internships – 3–6 months. Longer immersion, mainly in Investment Banking, Capital Markets, Sales & Trading, Quantitative Analytics, and Wealth Management.
Departments Recruiting
- Banking & Investment Banking
- Capital Markets
- Sales, Trading & Structuring
- Quantitative Analytics
- Private Banking & Wealth Management
- Technology & Cybersecurity
- Data & Analytics
- Finance, Risk & Compliance
- Human Resources & Marketing
- Research
Locations
- Summer internships: London, Glasgow, Manchester, Dublin, New York, Whippany, Wilmington, Hong Kong, Singapore.
- Off‑Cycle internships: Dubai, Frankfurt, Geneva, London, Madrid, Milan, Monaco, Paris, Singapore, Stockholm, Tel Aviv, Zurich.
Who Can Apply
- University students, recent graduates, and MBA students (for Associate roles).
- Penultimate or final‑year students in any discipline (finance degree not compulsory).
- Must meet graduation date and work‑authorization requirements for the chosen location.
- International students may apply, but visa sponsorship varies by role and location.
Benefits
- Competitive pay (varies by country and role).
- Mentorship, training, and networking opportunities.
- Exposure to real projects (e.g., financial modelling, client due diligence, AI fraud detection, supply chain analytics).
Application Process
- Online application via Barclays Careers portal.
- Online assessment (role‑specific).
- Interview/assessment centre.
- Offer & onboarding.
Applicants can request reasonable adjustments during recruitment.
🌐 Visit the application webpage for details
