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Women in Risk Analyst Discovery Programme 2025 London

Dates: April 10th & 11th 2025

Open to all students, the Discovery Diversity Programme is a virtual opportunity to learn about the career paths on offer to underrepresented groups at Barclays, and be considered for our 2026 internship. We want to introduce a more diverse range of people to the industry, help you learn about the opportunities we offer and encourage you to picture yourself in the world of financial services.

Whilst this programme is aimed primarily at Women seeking an opportunity in Risk we welcome applications from all eligible students (those graduating in 2027).

Why Barclays Discovery Programme?

Join seminars and workshops, where you’ll learn about financial services, Risk as a business area, the recruitment process and Barclays as an employer.

Participate in specific breakout sessions within Risk where you'll gain insights of what you can expect from the Summer Internship in 2026.

Build your understanding of the assessment process and next steps.

Connect with people from across our business, including current graduates who have already made the journey that you are starting out on.

Attend dedicated networking sessions with senior leaders and graduates aligned to your chosen business area.

Explore the various Barclays DE&I networks.

Risk at Barclays

The 3,000 people who work in Risk worldwide have a unique perspective on our business. The sheer scale of our operations offers unrivalled exposure, insight and breadth of experiences for Risk professionals. We work hard to adapt to the rapidly developing needs of our customers, clients and business, navigating transformations in the financial landscape and the tech world. That makes Risk an exciting, complex and constantly changing place to build a rich and varied career.

As part of Risk, you’ll develop a solid understanding of the different products and services Barclays offers, along with the credit, market, operational, climate and treasury risks they incur.So you’ll gain knowledge of different business areas and their importance to the bank, as well as building the skills to manage risk in a way that supports Barclays’ strategy.

Who can apply?

You'll need to be 2 years out from graduation and can be studying any degree discipline.

Beyond that, you'll need to be curious to understand how a global bank adapts in a constantly evolving environment.

We are recruiting on a rolling basis, so we recommend that students apply early.

Barclays does not provide sponsorship for the 2-day insight programme, and Barclays will also require applicants for this position to have legal right to work in the UK for the duration of the 2026 Summer Internship Programme.

Working in London

Whilst our Discovery Programme is virtual, if successful in securing a place on our 2026 internship programme, you'll be based in London.

If you love the buzz of city life, our global HQ is the place to be. Our London hub is in Canary Wharf, at the heart of London’s financial district. Here, you won’t just be perfectly placed to explore the nation’s capital; you’ll be in a place where you can explore all the many functions and opportunities of a global financial giant. And if you’re technically minded, you’ll get more from your tech career by collaborating with other brilliant minds on game-changing innovations that are redefining the future of finance.

It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.