About Us
Schroders is a global investment manager which provides active asset management, wealth management and investment solutions. We aim to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We serve a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, high net worth individuals, family offices, as well as end clients through partnerships with distributors, financial advisers, and online platforms.
Established in 1804, we have around 5,500 people across 36 global locations. Schroders' success can be attributed to its diversified business model, spanning different asset classes, client types and geographies.
Program overview:
Our 2027 Summer Internship Program runs for 9 weeks, starting on Monday, June 7th and finishing on Friday, August 6th. This internship is designed to give you a unique introduction to the Asset Management industry and offers valuable insight into how your chosen department operates within Schroders. We are only accepting applications from students in their Junior Year, graduating in 2028.
Throughout the program you will:
- Take part in comprehensive introductory training to build your understanding of the business
- Be assigned to a team where you will contribute to live projects and gain meaningful hands-on experience
- Shadow experienced professionals and learn directly from leaders in the field
- Have opportunities to network with colleagues and other interns, helping you build connections for your future career
This internship provides practical experience, skill development, and a strong foundation for those interested in pursuing a career in the Asset Management sector.
Who we’re looking for:
We are currently seeking an energetic, results-oriented intern to join Schroders as a member of the product group within the Sustainable Investment Team. Excellent data management and technology skills are required, with attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines. The successful candidate will become a subject matter expert on sustainability at Schroders, developing a deep understanding of how we approach this complex and multifaceted topic
Required skills and capabilities:
- A basic understanding of macroeconomic trends and investment concepts relevant to asset management.
- A clear interest in financial markets and investing.
- Strong analytical thinking and the ability to work with large or complex numerical datasets. Excellent attention to detail.
- A growth mindset: a hunger to seek and receive feedback and to continuously challenge yourself to grow.
- The ability to present ideas and insights confidently to a range of audiences.
- The ability to approach business and investment challenges with logical thinking, using structured reasoning.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Proficiency in coding languages is a potential advantage.
- An interest in Sustainability, ESG and Impact oriented investing
The team:
The Americas Sustainable Investment team is the regional extension of the global Sustainable Investment team focused on embedding Sustainability through our global investment teams and client functions. In addition to brand building efforts, the team supports with client needs relating to sustainable and impact investment across the US, Canada and Latin America, working in partnership with teams around Schroders including investment, client facing, business development, marketing, risk, legal & compliance.
Knowledge, experience and qualifications we’re looking for:
- You will be in your Junior Year, graduating in 2028. We no longer accept applications from Seniors considering further studies (i.e. Masters) upon completion of undergraduate course
- A good working knowledge of document production software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- The ability to understand our target audiences
Benefits of joining us:
- When you join our internship program at Schroders, you will benefit from a wide range of professional and personal development opportunities, including:
- Comprehensive training:
- Access immersive training sessions focused on building industry knowledge, technical expertise, and essential soft skills to help you adapt quickly and make a meaningful impact
- Senior networking opportunities:
- Attend “Roundtables” led by senior leaders, providing opportunities to connect and grow your professional network
- Potential for future opportunities:
- The chance to secure a place on a 2028 Schroders Graduate Program, subject to performance feedback and a final interview
Recruitment process:
- Online application form
- Stage 1 Cognitive Online Assessment
- Stage 2 Behavioural and Motivational Assessment
- Stage 3 Work Simulation and Video Interview
- Virtual Final Interviews with the Business
Candidates should be available to start the internship on June 7th and work through August 6th, 2027. This will be onsite in the New York City office 3x a week on a hybrid working model. Housing not provided, but a stipend will be provided to those outside of the tristate area.
We Recognize Potential, Whoever You Are
Our purpose is to deliver excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We believe diverse perspectives and an inclusive culture help us make better decisions and achieve better outcomes for our clients. That's why inclusion is a strategic priority for us, and we are an equal opportunities employer. You are welcome here, regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristic.
We will consider flexible working arrangements for all roles and provide reasonable accommodations to support applicants and employees, including those with neurodiversity, disability, or physical and mental health needs. For more information, please visit our FAQs.
About Us
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in junior year and graduating in 2028
- Basic understanding of macroeconomic trends and investment concepts relevant to asset management
- Clear interest in financial markets and investing
- Strong analytical thinking and ability to work with large or complex numerical datasets
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to present ideas and insights confidently to varied audiences
- Logical and structured approach to business and investment challenges
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Interest in sustainability, ESG, and impact-oriented investing
- Ability to understand target audiences
- Coding language proficiency
Schroders Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Schroders and has not been reviewed or approved by Schroders.
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Retirement Support — Retirement plans are described as mature and competitive, with strong employer-supported schemes in the UK and a well-regarded 401(k) offering in the U.S. Pensions and retirement savings stand out as a distinctive strength within the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off and flexibility are emphasized, with generous annual leave in some markets and volunteer days highlighted in the UK. Flexible/hybrid working is presented as standard, supporting practical use of time-off benefits.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is highlighted as a strength, including enhanced policies in the UK and an increased paid leave period in the U.S. Family-supportive provisions are positioned as part of a broader wellbeing focus.
Schroders Insights
What We Do
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 £773.7 billion (€912.6 billion/$978.1 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 6,000+ 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. Source: Schroders, all data as at 30 June 2024. Disclaimer: Investing in securities is subject to risk. The value of investments can go down as well as up and is not guaranteed. Schroders will not make direct contact with you, via any social media platform or direct messaging service, to sell our products. If you think you have been a victim of a scam or have received unsolicited contact using the Schroders name or any associated names, and have any concerns, then please contact our Financial Crime Team using the details below: Telephone: +44(0)20 7658 4004 Email: [email protected] Schroder Investment Management Limited (Head Office): 1 London Wall Place, London EC2Y 5AU Tel: +44 (0)20 7658 6000 Schroder Fund Advisors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC (US): 875 Third Avenue, New York, NY, 10022 Tel: +1 (800) 730-2932
