The Barclays Off-Cycle Internship is a 3–6 month programme designed to give students extended exposure to the world of international finance. Unlike a short summer internship, this programme allows you to fully immerse yourself in live projects, real transactions, and client engagements within:

• Investment Banking
• Markets
• Corporate Banking
• Quantitative Analytics

You will gain practical experience and valuable insights into life as a Full-Time Analyst at Barclays.

Why Apply for the Banking Off-Cycle Internship?

Barclays is one of the world’s top-tier investment banks, providing financial advisory, capital raising, financing and risk management services globally.

As an Off-Cycle Intern, you will:

• Work on live deals and client pitches
• Assist in financial analysis and modelling
• Conduct valuation and industry research
• Support client due diligence
• Prepare offering memoranda and presentations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams

This internship provides deeper exposure to projects and greater responsibility compared to a traditional short-term internship.

Who Should Apply?

To be considered, you must:

• Be in your penultimate or final year of your degree (any discipline).
• Have a strong interest in finance and business.
• Demonstrate resourcefulness, teamwork, enthusiasm, and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Barclays values individuals who showcase leadership, initiative, and strong academic performance, especially through extracurricular involvement.

Purpose of the Role

To participate in the day-to-day activities of the Investment Banking division, gaining broad exposure to different clients, transactions, and specialist areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate on live transactions and client advisory work.
• Support the delivery of structured financial solutions.
• Participate in training and professional development programmes.
• Assist in the development and implementation of financial models.
• Support product development and business initiatives.
• Manage client relationships under supervision.
• Contribute to risk management and regulatory compliance processes.

What Barclays Looks For

Successful candidates are expected to:

• Perform tasks to a consistently high standard.
• Demonstrate strong technical knowledge.
• Show leadership behaviours aligned with Barclays’ LEAD principles:
  • Listen and be authentic
  • Energise and inspire
  • Align across the enterprise
  • Develop others

All interns are expected to uphold the Barclays Values of:

• Respect
• Integrity
• Service
• Excellence
• Stewardship