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12-month Internship Program: UK Country Head Office - London

CompanyState Street
LocationLondon
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 19, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will work with State Street teams to develop UK business plans and support various employee engagement initiatives. They will also assist in producing analysis of client and industry data to maximize sales performance.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
45728
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
At State Street, we deliver leading investment platforms, data, expertise, and solutions that accelerate performance and better decision making. With over 200 years of global financial leadership, we equip institutional investors through a comprehensive suite of capabilities: Investment Services: Integrated front-to-back solutions across custody, accounting, and operations. Investment Management: Index and active strategies from one of the world’s largest asset managers. Markets: Multi-asset trading, FX solutions, and data-driven research to enhance portfolio value. Who We Are • 50,000+ employees worldwide • Active in 100+ markets • #1 in ETF servicing What You’ll Find Here • Executive perspectives and thought leadership • Timely market commentary and macro insights • Our views on investment operations, ETFs, private markets, and digital finance • Stories reflecting our culture, values and commitment to diversity and inclusion
About the Role

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a current student seeking a year-long placement internship to join our State Street Investor Services team to support business growth initiatives in the UK. The perfect candidate is a confident, self-starter with strong communication skills who thrives managing projects.

Why this role is important to us

You will be joining the Institutional Services function that allows us to deliver a comprehensive, holistic approach to each client relationship — for asset managers and asset owners, insurance companies, and official institutions globally. It means our client-facing functions work together to bring the very best solutions and services the firm has to offer — across all of our locations, products, and capabilities.

Join us if making your mark on the long-lasting client relationships we build is a challenge you are up for.

Our 12-month Intern Program is designed for the high potential students, like you, into our most impactful roles preparing you for future success. From day one you will be exploring collaborative and dynamic environment company culture and you will receive:

  • A structured learning and development program, specific job-related trainings, professional

  • development and soft skills trainings

  • A buddy who can offer you their experience, knowledge and guidance throughout your internship.

  • Dedicated networking events for the Interns

  • Leadership and business-related sessions with Senior Management

  • Possibility to grow your professional network by joining an Employee Committees include: Professional PWN, Families Network, Disability & Inclusion Network, Pride & Friends Network, Environmental Sustainability Network

Program dates: 22June 2026 – 21 June 2027

You must be available to participate in the program in person in UK, starting from day one and for its full duration. You must be available to participate in the program in person, starting from day one and for its full duration and you are required to work from the office 4 days a week.

What you will be responsible for

  • Working with State Street teams to develop UK business plans

  • Understanding State Street products and working with the sales, product and marketing teams to drive business growth initiatives

  • Reviewing UK financials to identify opportunities to enhance our cost and revenue base

  • Owning and driving various employee engagement initiatives 

  • Driving and consistently promoting a One State Street culture 

  • Reviewing and enhancing internal processes

  • Supporting UK management with strategy presentations

  • Working with the UK Leadership team to review and enhance governance processes 

  • Producing analysis of client and industry data to maximize our sales performance - utilizing tools such as Microsoft Office and Salesforce

  • Assisting the review of expanding the State Street business to new markets

  • Assisting in the implementation of new products to the UK 

Education & Preferred Qualifications                                          

Candidates should be:

  • A minimum 2.1 honor’s degree or equivalent (predicted)

  • Undergraduate students: Business, Finance, or related field

What we value

  • Strong interest in global capital markets and corporate strategy

  • Proven ability to work in a dynamic, fluid, fast-paced, high-energy environment

  • Strong passion for learning and commitment to career development

  • Excellent verbal and written skills

  • Outstanding interpersonal skills

  • Proficiency on Microsoft Office Suite

About State Street:

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

Our promise to maintain an environment where every employee feels valued and able to meet their full potential infuses our company values. It’s also part of our commitment to inclusion, development and engagement, and corporate social responsibility. You’ll have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. Join us.

State Street is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability.

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About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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Communication SkillsProject ManagementBusiness GrowthFinancial AnalysisClient Relationship ManagementTeam CollaborationSales PerformanceData AnalysisMicrosoft OfficeSalesforceCorporate StrategyLearningInterpersonal SkillsDynamic EnvironmentPassion for Learning
Categories
Finance & AccountingManagement & LeadershipSalesConsultingData & Analytics
Benefits
Structured Learning and Development ProgramProfessional DevelopmentSoft Skills TrainingsNetworking EventsPaid Volunteer Days