Retail Banking Summer Intern Programme 2025 Glasgow

Barclays

Oct 18

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Data
Banking & Finance
Glasgow

Requirements

To be considered for this programme, you must be in your penultimate or final year of university.
Ideally, you would also have enthusiasm, drive and an aptitude for identifying opportunities and solving problems for clients, and be an ambitious problem-solver.

Responsibilities

Deliver highly technical solutions
Research, create and implement new models
Prepare presentations and memoranda for existing and new clients
Network and build relationships across a global organisation
Participate in formal and informal training
Connect with junior and senior mentors
Attend dedicated networking sessions and other programme events
Receive detailed performance feedback
Give back to the community through volunteer events
Execution of small research projects, research to support strategic decision making, preparation of presentations and reports to communicate research findings, collaboration with senior management to implement research findings for retail banking
Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives
Participation in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge
Identification of opportunities, development of business cases, management of the deployment and launch of new products and services for retail banking
Management of client relationships and provision of customer service support to clients and customers, under steadily decreasing supervision, responding to questions about products and services, processing of transactions, and resolution of customer complaints
Management of the development and implementation of financial models and strategies that support in decision making for retail banking
Training and mentoring of junior colleagues
Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area
Partner with other functions and business areas
Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities
Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately
Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation
Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise
Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to
Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct
Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function
Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function
Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail
Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents
Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information
Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation

FAQs

What is the duration of the Retail Banking Summer Intern Programme?

The Retail Banking Summer Intern Programme lasts between 8 to 10 weeks during the summer.

Who is eligible to apply for this internship?

To be eligible for this internship, you must be in your penultimate or final year of university.

What types of projects will interns work on?

Interns will work on real projects that involve delivering technical solutions, conducting research, creating new models, and preparing presentations and memoranda for clients.

Will there be opportunities for training during the internship?

Yes, interns will participate in formal and informal training sessions to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Is networking encouraged during the internship?

Absolutely. Interns will have the chance to network and build relationships across a global organization through dedicated networking sessions and other events.

Are there any opportunities for full-time employment after the internship?

Yes, top-performing eligible summer analysts may receive offers to join as full-time Retail Banking analysts after graduation.

What type of environment can interns expect at the Glasgow campus?

Interns can expect a collaborative and inclusive environment with creative spaces and technology, designed for hybrid working and focused on neurodiversity.

What is the policy regarding equal employment opportunities?

Barclays is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities without discrimination or harassment on any protected basis by law.

What role will interns play in client relationships?

Interns will manage client relationships and provide customer service support, responding to inquiries about products and services.

What values are interns expected to demonstrate while working at Barclays?

Interns are expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, as well as the Barclays Mindset to Empower, Challenge, and Drive.

Barclays

Barclays is a British multinational bank offering personal, corporate, and investment banking services worldwide.

Finance

Industry

10,001+

Employees

1690

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Barclays is a British universal bank. We are diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Our businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by our service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group. With over 325 years of history and expertise in banking, Barclays operates in over 40 countries and employs approximately 83,500 people. Barclays moves, lends, invests and protects money for customers and clients worldwide. Barclays is a trading name of Barclays Bank PLC and its subsidiaries. Barclays Bank PLC is registered in England and is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Registered in England. Registered No. 1026167. Registered office: 1 Churchill Place, London E14 5HP.