Discover where your ambition can take you
Whether you join us as a graduate or intern, you’ll do more than shadow. With a range of teams to choose from — like Tech, Investment Banking, Capital Markets, Sustainability, and more — you’ll gain hands-on experience that helps shape the future of finance, while shaping your own.
You might help expand access to financial education, support small businesses, or create solutions for some of the world’s most influential companies. This is a place where you’re empowered to bring your full self to work, grow your confidence, and thrive on your own terms.
Internships
Join our internship programme to dive into our culture, work on real projects, and build lasting skills. If this is your first experience of the working world, we’ll give you a clear overview of our business and involve you from day one — whether analysing customer data or improving how we deliver services. Gain practical insights and discover where a future at Barclays could take you. Learn more about our summer and off-cycle internships.
Graduates
On our Graduate Programme, you’ll receive training, mentorship and hands-on experience in a culture that values individuality. You’ll build confidence quickly as you apply your degree to real work, develop core skills and help shape financial futures on a global scale. Whether you join as an Explorer or an Expert, you’ll see the difference in how we support your growth. Learn more about our Graduate Programme and the paths available.
Discovery Programme
Great ideas start with fresh perspectives — and that’s exactly what our Discovery Programme is designed to unlock. Open to students up to two years from graduation, it offers a first look into life at Barclays, helping you explore career paths, understand our culture and gain insight into roles across the business. Discover where your future could lead.
Apprenticeships
Earn while you learn, with real responsibility from day one. As an apprentice, you’ll start in a permanent, well-paid role doing meaningful work — supported by professional training and a dedicated talent coach. You’ll build skills, gain confidence, and work towards qualifications up to Master’s level. Learn more about our apprenticeship pathways and how they support your growth.
Application Hints & Tips
Make your application stand out. Get practical advice and insider tips to help you navigate the Barclays internship and graduate application process—from completing your application form to preparing for assessments and interviews.
