2026 Investment Public Markets - Internship Programme (Quant Focused)

Job Description

Job title: Intern in Public Investment (Quant focused)

Salary: £37,000 (Pro-Rata)

Programme overview:

Our 2026 Summer Internship Programme runs for 10 weeks, starting on Monday 15th June and finishing on Friday 21st August 2026. This internship is designed to give you a unique introduction to the Asset Management industry and offers valuable insight into how your chosen department operates within Schroders.

*We are only accepting applications from penultimate year students graduating in 2027.

Throughout the programme you will:

• Take part in comprehensive introductory training to build your understanding of the business

• Be assigned to a team where you will contribute to live projects and gain meaningful hands-on experience

• Shadow experienced professionals and learn directly from leaders in the field

• Have opportunities to network with colleagues and other interns, helping you build connections for your future career

Schroders partners with institutional clients and intermediaries to deliver innovative, actively managed solutions designed to achieve long-term financial goals. Our teams leverage in-depth research, market expertise, and leading-edge approaches, such as diversified multi-asset investing and specialised equity strategies, to balance performance targets and risk.

As an intern, you will undertake two rotations across quantitatively driven investment desks. This will give you exposure to a broad spectrum of strategies.

Who we're looking for:

We are looking for proactive and adaptable individuals who display robust numerical and analytical skills and a strong work ethic. You should be curious about financial markets, comfortable working with data and digital tools, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment. Clear communication, a collaborative spirit, and a logical approach to solving problems are essential. If you are driven to grow and ready to contribute to dynamic investment teams, we encourage you to apply.

Preferred skills and capabilities:

• A basic understanding of macroeconomic trends and investment concepts relevant to asset management.

• A clear interest in financial markets and investing.

• Strong analytical thinking and the ability to work with large or complex numerical datasets. Excellent attention to detail.

• A growth mindset: a hunger to seek and receive feedback and to continuously challenge yourself to grow.

• The ability to present ideas and insights confidently to a range of audiences.

• The ability to approach business and investment challenges with logical thinking, using structured reasoning.

• Proficiency in Excel, Word and Powerpoint.

Quantitative team specific technical skills:

• Knowledge of statistical techniques to gain scalable insights from data

• Knowledge of equity factors and modelling techniques is preferred

• Knowledge of equity markets and fundamental company analysis is preferred

• Knowledge of and ability to work with equity market data is preferred

• Knowledge of any programming language is preferred

The department:

The team is made up of five specialist groups, each focused on a distinct market segment:

• Global Unconstrained Fixed Income: Dynamic, flexible investment across global fixed income markets.

• Emerging Markets: Deep analysis of developing countries' debt, considering economic, political, and commodity factors.

• US Multi Sector: Allocation across $-denominated markets, including credit, securitised, sovereign, and municipal bonds.

• European Credit: Investment in corporate debt across the ratings spectrum.

• Credit Research: Detailed company analysis to assess default risk and support portfolio decisions.

During your 10-week placement, you'll have the opportunity to rotate into diverse teams, gaining a broader understanding of different investment areas. You'll be encouraged to contribute actively, ask questions, and take on tasks that will help you build your knowledge across the business.

Knowledge, experience and qualifications we're looking for:

• An honours degree or equivalent. A qualification linked to maths is helpful, but we're open-minded about degree discipline.

• You will be in your penultimate year of study. Unfortunately we no longer accept applications from final year students considering further studies (i.e Masters) upon completion of undergraduate course

• A good working knowledge of document production software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• The ability to understand our target audiences

Benefits of joining us:

When you join our internship programme at Schroders, you will benefit from a wide range of professional and personal development opportunities, including:

Comprehensive training:

• Access immersive training sessions focused on building industry knowledge, technical expertise, and essential soft skills to help you adapt quickly and make a meaningful impact

Senior networking opportunities:

• Attend "Lunch and Learns" and "Coffee Hours" led by senior leaders, providing opportunities to connect and grow your professional network

Buddy system:

• Be paired with a dedicated graduate buddy who will guide and support your integration into the team and wider business

Potential for future opportunities:

• The chance to secure a place on our 2027 Graduate Programme, subject to performance feedback and a final interview

End-of-internship event:

• Celebrate your achievements alongside other interns and line managers at a dedicated event at Schroders HQ

On-site facilities:

• Enjoy the convenience of an on-site staff restaurant and complimentary use of our on-site gym

• Use of a private GP service

By joining us, you will be part of an inclusive environment where your learning, wellbeing, and professional growth are a priority.

Recruitment process:

• Online application form and CV

• Online assessments

• Online video interview

• Assessment centre

Candidates should be available to start the internship programme on 15th June until 21st August 2026.

We're looking for the best, whoever they are:

Diversity is at the heart of our culture. We strive to ensure inclusion at every level, to ensure that our actions match our words, and that our culture of belonging defines how we do business. We are an equal opportunities employer. You're welcome here whatever your socio-economic background, race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious belief, age or disability.

About Us

We're a global investment manager. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future.

We have around 6,000 people on six continents. And we've been around for over 200 years, but keep adapting as society and technology changes. What doesn't change is our commitment to helping our clients, and society, prosper.

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