THE TEAM THAT DELIVERS WORLD-CLASS SOLUTIONS

Our industry-leading group provides model development, analytics and valuable quantitative advice to businesses across the bank. Applying to our program, means the opportunity to join one of our specialist teams:

TRADING MODELS

Our quants are highly specialized modelers and developers responsible for researching, innovating, developing, testing, implementing, and supporting all quantitative models used for valuation and risk management across all asset classes, valuation adjustments and the capitalization of market and counterparty risk.

The ability to articulate your ideas will be crucial as you work closely with business partners to develop models and tools, and perform analyses to help guide business decisions, manage risk, formulate and test quantitative strategies, and drive revenue generation and capital utilization.

They cover all aspects of data analysis, feature engineering, model reserch, signal research, model calibration and deployment, through to running live models, responding to requests for quotes, trade execution and statistical risk management on the book.

QUANT DEVELOPER

Our quants are strong logical thinkers with a mathematical mindset, and an interest in Computer Science. They are problem solvers who can program in one or more of our languages (primarily Java, C++, and Python). Individuals who enjoy the responsibility of writing critical routines in our hottest loops, as well as fault-tolerant processes where calculations cannot fail, will thrive.

You will be immersed in real world problems with immediate impact. Working with quants and technologists from different teams, you will build on your computer science expertise to help move abstract mathematical ideas into trading reality.

THE CHANCE TO MAKE AN IMPACT

As an intern, you’ll gain valuable exposure to real-world problems in our dynamic and invigorating environment. During your internship, you will have the chance to:

• apply quantitative techniques to solve real-world business problems

• research, develop and implement new models and solutions

• improve our computing or data infrastructure.

ELECTRONIC TRADING

Our quants are highly specialized quantitative traders, researchers, and data scientists responsible for developing, deploying and running algorithmic trading models and predictive analytics in markets, leveraging the latest methods in data science, machine learning, AI and applied probability.

A PLACE WHERE YOU CAN THRIVE

At Barclays, you’ll be surrounded by experts in the industry, who will help you achieve your goals and ambitions. Our collaborative, supportive environment gives you the chance to build solid relationships with senior leaders and peers alike. During the program, you’ll also benefit from in-depth, comprehensive training.

What’s more, this could be the beginning of an exciting and rewarding career. We offer full-time employment opportunities to those interns demonstrating excellent work ethic and technical competence upon the completion of their internship. 

During the program, you’ll also:

• participate in formal and informal training designed to give you the knowledge you need when you need it

• receive detailed performance coaching and feedback

• have opportunities to expand your network and develop leadership skills

Your role as a Quantitative Analytics & Electronic Trading Summer Associate will provide you with the skills and experience needed for a successful career in the world of finance. The program will help provide a visible path to the necessary steps for promotion and the tools to get you there.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS PROGRAM, YOU MUST:

• be pursuing a postgraduate qualification, of a Masters or higher, in a technical discipline such as Physics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Quantitative Finance, Statistics, Stochastic Calculus, Computer Science or other STEM subjects

• be graduating between December 2023 - June 2024.

IDEALLY, YOU WOULD ALSO HAVE:

• strong mathematical and programming skills (ideally in Java, C++, or Python)

• strong logical thinking and problem solving abilities

• communication skills and a team-oriented attitude

• fluent written and spoken English

READY TO APPLY?

Learn more about our opportunities and apply search.jobs.barclays. Please note that you can apply to only one Barclays’ internship program globally.

ABOUT BARCLAYS

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 firm.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we are opposed to discrimination on any grounds.

OUR PURPOSE AND VALUES

We deploy finance responsibly to support people and businesses, acting with empathy and integrity, championing innovation and sustainability for the common good and the long term.

Our values underpin everything we do: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship.

RESPECT

We harness the power of diversity and inclusion in our business, trust those we work with, and value everyone's contribution.

For further information about Barclays, please visit our website home.barclays

We’re a global, vital and highly respected financial organisation with an inspiring Purpose. Operating in 50 countries and employing around 83,000 people across the world, we help communities, individuals and businesses thrive. And we’ve created financial solutions and technology that the world now takes for granted. A career with us can offer incredible variety, depth and breadth of experience, and the chance to learn from some of the best minds in technology and finance.