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10-week front-office summer internship at Berenberg in London (22 June – 30 August 2026) offering 20-25 positions. Interns join Equity Research or Equity Sales teams, contribute to live projects, receive structured training and mentorship, and are paired with senior mentors. High-performing interns may be fast-tracked to interview for the Investment Bank Graduate Programme. The role is office-based (5 days/week) and targeted at penultimate-year students graduating summer 2027.
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European Equities Summer Internship Programme 2026, London
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Apply nowEuropean Equities Summer Internship Programme
Investment Bank Division | London
20-25 positions available
Start date: 22 June 2026 (10 weeks)
Build your career in Equities
- If you’re curious about markets, driven by ideas, and want real exposure inside a leading investment bank, our European Equities Summer Internship Programme offers a front-row seat to how capital markets actually work.
- At Berenberg, interns are part of the team. You’ll be learning from experienced professionals, contributing to active work, and building the skills that matter in Equity Research and Equity Sales.
- High-performing interns may be fast-tracked to interview for our Investment Bank Graduate Programme, starting in October 2027.
How the programme works
Week 1: Foundations
- Your internship begins with a structured induction designed to set you up for success, including:
- Insight sessions with senior business leaders
- Classroom-based technical and market training
- A full introduction to Berenberg’s culture, people and platform
Weeks 2–10: Real experience, real responsibility
- You’ll join one of two front-office teams: Equity Research or Equity Sales
- You’ll work alongside professionals on live projects, gaining exposure to how ideas turn into investment decisions and client outcomes. You’ll also be paired with a senior mentor, giving you support, guidance and space to ask the questions that matter.
The teams
Equity Research
Berenberg has one of Europe’s largest and most established equity research teams. Our analysts combine:
- Deep industry and company knowledge
- Rigorous financial modelling and valuation
- Independent thinking and original insight
Equity Sales
Our Equity Sales team sits at the heart of the market, connecting investors with our research and ideas. You’ll see how relationships, market insight and commercial thinking come together to:
- Distribute Berenberg’s best-in-class research
- Provide context around markets and stocks
- Build long-term investor relationships
You’ll work with a mix of experienced professionals and high-performing early-career talent.
We actively encourage freedom of thought. Interns are expected to ask smart questions, challenge assumptions and form their own views, while being supported by experienced colleagues.
Who we’re looking for
We’re less focused on a specific degree and more interested in potential, curiosity and motivation. You’ll thrive at Berenberg if you:
- Are inquisitive, driven and keen to learn
- Communicate clearly and enjoy working with others
- Are comfortable in a fast-paced, high-performance environment
- Have a genuine interest in equities, markets and investing
Eligibility
- Penultimate-year student, graduating in summer 2027
- Students from all degree disciplines encouraged to apply
- Expected or achieved 2:1 or above
- Minimum AAB at A-Level (or equivalent)
- Fluency in English required; additional languages are an advantage
- Right to work in the UK for the full duration of the programme
Why Berenberg?
- We’re a leading European private bank with over 430 years of history, but our focus is firmly on the future. Our progress is driven by people who think independently, take responsibility early, and are encouraged to challenge the status quo.
- We invest heavily in developing talent, reward collaboration and mutual support, and offer an environment where individuals can build long-term careers across teams, departments and geographies.
Key information
- Programme dates: 22 June – 30 August 2026
- Location: London - we are office based, 5 days a week
- Applications: Online only via our application management system, we recruit on a rolling basis.
- Internships available on the scheme: 20-25
Berenberg is an Equal Opportunities Employer and values diversity of background, thought and experience. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can realise their full potential.
We’re also committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates who require support during the recruitment process. Please contact graduates@berenberg.com to discuss.
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