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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.

At Barclays, we support the growth of corporate clients, including some of the world’s largest and most successful organisations. We have developed expertise in 52 sectors, ranging from law firms and accountancy practices to construction, pharmaceuticals and financial technology. By providing an extensive range of banking solutions and relationship services, we provide services that are instrumental in helping them thrive. Join us, and explore new ways to help our clients achieve their ambitions.

About the role

Start your career with us in an area where client relationships are everything. You’ll get to know our business and our clients, working closely with Relationship Directors. We’ll give you an in-depth experience of the financial markets, corporate banking and the importance of high quality financial analysis. This could be your first exciting step towards a career in finance.

What to expect

The International Corporate Bank fuses the power of the corporate and investment bank, that allows us to anchor our relations with the world’s most significant organisations by offering lending, trade finance, cash management, liquidity, digital banking, and hedging solutions to our clients. We are focused on developing lasting relationships with Barclays’ clients and providing them with the right products and solutions at any given time.

As an intern in the International Corporate Bank, you will be joining at a unique moment in time, as we are doubling the size of the ICB over the next few years. This means we will be investing in the skills of our people to empower them to drive out future.

How you’ll develop

An intern will have the opportunity to work alongside fellow analysts, mentors, and senior bankers in a flat, organizational structure; exposure to a variety of banking products and sectors; client facing opportunities / exposure by preparing and participating in client meetings in support of senior Relationship Directors. You will also receive support for personal career development, and professional qualifications in Credit Risk Management and Certified Treasury Professional.

Who thrives here

We’re committed to making Barclays everything it can be – for our customers, for our clients and for the future of our business. So we need graduates who are customer-obsessed, ready to develop a deep understanding of what we do, why we do it, and how your role impacts on our business outcomes. To succeed in Corporate Bank, you will need to be proactive, organisational and a desire to learn.

Key information

Date live Sep. 05, 2023

Business Area Barclays International

Area of Expertise Campus – Summer Intern

Contract Summer Internship

Reference Code 00284342

Job description

Summer Internship Programme Overview

Join us as a summer intern and discover the world of finance and technology. Dive into our culture, engaging in real projects that offer a comprehensive business overview. Select your desired business area for an in-depth introduction, taking on immediate responsibility guided by a mentor and line manager. Forge connections, explore new horizons, and unlock growth opportunities in this 10 week journey. Join us during the summer of your penultimate year of university to build skills, expand knowledge, and embark on an impactful path towards a promising career.

Why the International Corporate Banking Summer Intern Programme?

As a summer analyst you will enter a supportive, collaborative environment known for its pace. During your internship, we will teach you entrepreneurial skills within the bank’s fast-growing division. You will have access to our diverse bank groups and product sets, building versatility. You’ll interact with global clients, support in deals, and learn from senior bankers. This programme covers financial modelling, credit skills, CIB products, and solutions, plus understanding product sets like FX, DCM, and Barclaycard. You will gain a deeper understanding to master the end-to-end deal process, execution, and soft client management skills. You have the chance to contribute to growth, innovate solutions, align with sustainability goals, and assist senior bankers, gaining a platform for impact and development.

Your responsibilities encompass assisting with relationship loans, cash management RFPs, trade finance facilities, amongst others. Valuable career and job skills are learned from experienced colleagues. If you decide to go on and do the graduate scheme, then you can have a tangible impact on the Corporate Bank while also advancing their own career journey and skillsets.

International Corporate Banking

The International Corporate Bank fuses the power of the corporate and investment bank, that allows us to anchor our relations with the world’s most significant organisations by offering lending, trade finance, cash management, liquidity, digital banking, and hedging solutions to our clients. We are focused on developing lasting relationships with Barclays’ clients and providing them with the right products and solutions at any given time.

Who we’re looking for

To be considered for this programme, you must be in your penultimate year of your degree, in any discipline.

Ideally, you’ll have a keen interest in finance and business. We value resourcefulness, teamwork, enthusiasm and an entrepreneurial spirit, all of which might be showcased through your involvement in extracurricular activities.

Working in London

If you love the buzz of city life, our global HQ is the place to be. Our London hub is in Canary Wharf, at the heart of London’s financial district. Here, you won’t just be perfectly placed to explore the nation’s capital; you’ll be in a place where you can explore all the many functions and opportunities of a global financial giant.

It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, colour, 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.