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2025 Investment Insights Unit Internship (IIU) Programme

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Schroders

2mo ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You must have an honours degree, ideally penultimate year, exposure to R, Python, SQL, and statistical knowledge, including multivariate linear regression. Passion for data is essential.
  • You will assist with various team activities and complete a personal research project, presenting your findings to the team at the end of the internship.

Requirements

  • An honours degree or equivalent – from a wide range of relevant subject areas; i.e. those from those more traditionally associated with STEM, like Maths, Biology and Physics, or more technical such as Computer Science. If your degree includes data analysis and critical thinking, we'd like to hear from you.
  • A specific specialisation in data science is not required, however passion for the subject and introductory knowledge of both programming and statistics is required
  • 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
  • Exposure to programming, preferably in R, Python and/or SQL
  • Statistical knowledge, including at least multivariate linear regression

Responsibilities

  • During the internship you will be asked to help out across a diverse array of the team's activities. You will also complete a personal research project under the supervision of one of our experienced data scientists, and will present this to the wider team at the end of your internship.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship program?

The internship program lasts for 10 weeks, starting on Monday 9 June 2025 and ending on Friday 15 August 2025.

What is the salary for the internship?

The competitive salary for the internship is £37,000 pro rata across the 10-week program.

Who can apply for this internship?

The program is open to candidates who are in their penultimate year of study and graduating in 2026.

What qualifications are required for the internship?

Applicants should have an honours degree or equivalent in relevant subject areas, with introductory knowledge of programming and statistics.

What programming languages should candidates be familiar with?

Candidates should have exposure to programming, preferably in R, Python, and/or SQL.

Will there be networking opportunities during the internship?

Yes, there will be opportunities to network with people across the business, including “Lunch and Learns” and “Coffee Hours” led by senior staff.

Is previous experience in data science required?

A specific specialization in data science is not required, but a passion for the subject and introductory knowledge of programming and statistics is necessary.

What type of projects will interns be involved in?

Interns will assist with various team activities and complete a personal research project under the supervision of experienced data scientists.

Are interns provided with any training during the program?

Yes, interns will benefit from a series of immersive and engaging training sessions covering technical and soft skills, as well as industry knowledge.

Can interns secure a position on the graduate program after the internship?

Yes, there is an opportunity to secure a spot on the 2026 graduate program, subject to manager feedback and final interview.

What benefits are provided besides salary?

Benefits include access to a buddy for support, Employee Assistance Programme, use of a private GP service, on-site restaurant, and gym facilities.

What is the recruitment process for the internship?

The recruitment process includes an online application form and CV, online assessments, a video interview, and an assessment center.

Is there a chance the role might close before the advertised date?

Yes, the recruitment is on a rolling basis, and the role may close earlier than advertised, so early application is recommended.

What should candidates do if they require disability-related adjustments during the recruitment process?

Candidates should contact adjustments@employ-ability.org.uk for a confidential discussion and advice regarding disability-related adjustments.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is based in the City of London, in the heart of the UK's financial center.

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Schroders

Finance
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1804
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

As a global investment manager, we help institutions, intermediaries and individuals across the planet meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future. But as the world changes, so do our clients’ needs. That’s why we have a long history of adapting to suit the times and keeping our focus on what matters most to our clients. Doing this takes experience and expertise. We bring together people and data to spot the trends that will shape the future. This provides a unique perspective which allows us to always invest with conviction. We are responsible for £737.5 billion (€831.3 billion/$887.2 billion)* of assets for our clients who trust us to deliver sustainable returns. We remain determined to build future prosperity for them, and for all of society. Today, we have 6,100+ people across six continents who focus on doing just this. We are a global business that’s managed locally. This allows us to always keep our clients’ needs at the heart of everything we do. For over two centuries and more than seven generations we’ve grown and developed our expertise in tandem with our clients’ needs and interests.