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2025 UK Global Capital Markets Summer Internship

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Scotiabank

13d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Banking & Finance
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must be a penultimate year student, interested in financial markets, available mid-June to late August 2025, able to adapt, and have the right to work in the UK.
  • You will shadow traders and sales, learn risk management, analyze client data, prepare market commentary, and engage in CSR activities, culminating in a final presentation to leaders.

Requirements

  • You are a penultimate year undergraduate student
  • We welcome applications from any degree discipline
  • You are available for a 10-week period between mid-June – end of August 2025
  • You have a demonstrated interest in and knowledge of the financial markets
  • You have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment
  • You have the ability to overcome challenges presented by a constantly changing work environment
  • You love to learn and envision yourself working for an international organisation that heavily invests in your future
  • You have the right to work in the United Kingdom

Responsibilities

  • Shadowing traders to learn risk management techniques, and develop key trading/market making skills
  • Shadowing sales who cover global clients including official institutions, bank treasury desks, global asset managers, pension funds and alternative asset managers
  • Providing a solutions-based coverage model including cash, interest rate derivatives, inflation derivatives, options, FX, repo and bespoke structured solutions across a variety of different currencies
  • Interacting with stakeholders to develop a strong understanding of the global markets and products, with the opportunity to apply knowledge to real world situations
  • Completing projects set by teams including preparing market commentary, analysing client trading data, and other ad hoc tasks
  • Delivering a final presentation to leaders within Capital Markets
  • Participating in a CSR activity alongside one of our chosen charities in either raising money or working on a challenge benefiting that particular charity

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship will last for 10 weeks, from mid-June to the end of August 2025.

Where is the internship located?

The internship will take place in London, United Kingdom.

Who is eligible to apply for the internship?

The internship is aimed at penultimate year undergraduate students from any degree discipline who have a demonstrated interest in financial markets.

Is a cover letter required for the application?

No, a cover letter is not required; applicants only need to submit their CV via the Scotiabank careers portal.

What can interns expect to learn during the internship?

Interns can expect to learn about risk management techniques, trading and market making skills, as well as gain insight into various Capital Markets desks through hands-on experience and projects.

What type of projects will interns be involved in?

Interns will complete projects such as preparing market commentary, analyzing client trading data, and other ad hoc tasks set by different teams.

Will there be networking opportunities during the internship?

Yes, interns will participate in a centralized programme of activities, including a weekly speaker series, peer-to-peer intern presentations, as well as social and networking events.

Will interns have a chance to give a presentation?

Yes, interns are expected to deliver a final presentation to leaders within Capital Markets at the end of their internship.

Are exceptional interns considered for further opportunities after the internship?

Yes, exceptional interns will be considered for entry onto the 2026 Global Capital Markets Rotational Graduate Programme, aimed at obtaining a permanent position.

How will the application process proceed after submission?

Successful applicants will be contacted regarding the next steps, which include a one-way video interview, a virtual panel interview with members of the Capital Markets team, and participation in an Assessment Centre.

Is there support for candidates requiring accessibility accommodations?

Yes, Scotiabank is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible candidate experience and will work with individuals to meet any accessibility needs during the recruitment process.

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