Summer Analyst Programme 2021
BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a global investment manager and a leading provider of financial technology, our clients—from grandparents, doctors, and teachers to large institutions—turn to us for the solutions they need when planning for their most important goals. We are building a culture of innovation, curiosity, and compassion, one that enables every employee to make an impact.
Summer Analyst Programme
Our Summer Analyst Program is an 8-week, paid internship designed to provide you with an exciting, supportive and fun experience which mirrors life as an Analyst at BlackRock. You’ll have real-world responsibilities during the summer, in addition to participating in professional development, networking and social events.
The Summer Analyst Program acts as a feeder to the Full-Time Analyst Program for the following year.
Application Information
Candidates must be graduating from an undergraduate or a master’s degree program between January 2022 and December 2022; with less than 18 months of directly, relevant full-time work experience. We welcome applications from candidates studying any degree subject.
Please note that for roles in continental European locations, you are required to speak the local language at a fluent level (e.g. if you are applying for a role in Frankfurt, you will be required to speak German).
The exception is for roles in our Budapest office; for these positions Hungarian is not required however you must speak English at a fluent level.
Application Deadlines
- Investment business areas: 23 October 2020
- All other business areas: 13 November 2020
Our Business Services
Advisory Services
Provide strategic advice and solve critical and complex financial issues for a diverse client base - from financial institutions and regulators, to governments around the world.
Locations: London, Budapest, Frankfurt, Milan
Analytics & Risk
Develop and deliver tailored advice, risk management and investment services to governments, corporations and many of the world’s largest investors.
Locations: London, Budapest, Frankfurt, Milan
Business Management & Strategy
Drive key initiatives, collaborate with internal and external partners, and ensure coordinated delivery of our capabilities.
Locations: London, Budapest, Frankfurt, Milan, Munich, and other European locations
Business Operations
Work with business areas across the organization to deliver a seamless end to end investment management process, providing operational support to our portfolio management teams and client groups.
Locations: London, Edinburgh, Budapest
Finance & Internal Audit
Provide thought leadership across the firm’s control and risk management environment to improve decision making and help achieve the firm’s objectives.
Locations: London, Edinburgh, Budapest
Human Resources
Recruits, manages and develops talent across the organization. We provide a broad range of services, programs and products to employees, along with leading internal initiatives that support BlackRock's reputation and culture.
Locations: London
Investments
Build and analyze investment strategies, portfolios and products for a broad range of institutional and retail clients.
Locations: London, Budapest, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, Paris, Zurich
Legal & Compliance
Understand and advise on the impact of regulatory requirements and best practices, protect the firm’s reputation and partner with the business to meet our clients’ expectations.
Locations: London, Budapest
Marketing & Communications
Develop strategies that grow our brands and company purpose to drive profit, build relationships with both existing and new clients, and solve systemic client needs in key areas across the firm.
Locations: London
Sales & Relationship Management
Develop and deliver investment products and solutions for clients worldwide. Create marketing strategies around these solutions and use them to build new client relationships.
Locations: London, Edinburgh, Budapest, Frankfurt, Madrid, Milan, Munich, Zurich and other European locations
Technology
Build and support Aladdin, the technology platform that powers our firm and the investment industry as a whole. Utilize sophisticated technology to develop applications, deliver custom solutions and ensure a superior user experience. -u
Locations: London, Edinburgh, Budapest
Application Instructions
Read about the variety of business areas you can choose to be a part of at BlackRock. You will be able to select up to two business areas you would like to be considered for as part of your application.
Once you’ve submitted your online application, you will be asked to complete a virtual cover letter. Think of this as an opportunity to give us your elevator pitch – it is not an interview but will be considered along with your resume. This must be completed within 72 hours of submitting the written part of your application and for each business area you apply for.
If you are interested in our software engineering opportunities, we’ll ask you to complete a coding challenge instead of a virtual cover letter. This must be completed within 96 hours of submitting the first part of your application.