Barclays Wealth

Barclays Wealth EmployAbility Spring & Summer Programmes for Students with Disabilities 2009

At Barclays Wealth, we believe we have the best international training programme that the Private Banking industry has to offer. Whether you’re about to graduate with a degree, Masters or MBA, or are looking for internship opportunities, Barclays Wealth offers a unique opportunity to make your mark in this fast-moving industry.

They will help you reach your potential, providing you with all of the banking, investment and client skills you need to become a Private Banker to some of the world’s most affluent people.

The Summer Internship Programme 2009

The internship programme offers you an all-round experience of Barclays Wealth, our business, culture and values. You will have the opportunity to meet senior management, network across the business and have an insight into what we do. It offers you a flying start, before you’ve even begun.

The summer programme is designed to make interns feel settled from Day One. We will equip you with fundamental skills, knowledge and insights into how we operate as a business. It will be your first step in building your area of expertise as the programme progresses.

Over your 10 weeks from June to September, you’ll experience an initial classroom-based training period to learn the fundamentals, after which you’ll be presented with countless networking and social opportunities. You’ll also gain plenty of hands-on work experience – and that’s just something we can’t teach.

The 2009 summer internship programme in London will take place from Monday 22 June to Friday 28 August 2009. Internships are also available in Hong Kong and Singapore with flexible start dates.

What we're looking for

We value commitment, passion and integrity above all else. You’ll be genuinely enthusiastic about the wealth management industry and, of course, have the ambition to make the most of this great opportunity.

• A good degree expected in any subject
• An exceptional academic profile
• Evidence of responsibility through extracurricular activities
• Thirst to learn and inquisitiveness for the industry
  

How to apply

Please click here to download an application form.

Deadline for applications is 2nd November 2008. However, places get filled very quickly and recruitment takes places on a rolling basis, so please send your applications to us as soon as possible.

Please contact Sarah Denness on 07852 764 684, sarah.denness@eability.org should you require this form in an alternative format or have any questions.

You must be in your penultimate year of study (2nd year of 3 year degree or 3rd year of 4 year degree). If you are in your final year or a graduate, you can apply to the Barclays Wealth Graduate Programme, although places in London have been filling very quickly, but there are 15 other locations on offer globally for those looking for a career outside of London. Please contact Sarah Denness on the above contact details for further information and details of how to apply.

Spring Session – for first year students.

London, 30 March - 3 April 2009

As part of our commitment to work with the very best, Barclays Wealth is pleased to open our doors for one week in the Easter holidays. If you are in your first year at university (or second year on a 4 year course), we welcome your application. This programme is conducted jointly with Barclays Capital (our investment banking division) and will give you the perfect opportunity to see how wealth management and investment banking really work.

With insight into the broad range of opportunities available, you’ll network with new graduates and senior staff members alike, through shadowing, presentations and interactive activities.

There are also sessions to help you develop your skills and be better prepared for our internship and graduate programmes. And, of course, we’ll have a bit of fun along the way. The Spring Session will take place in our London office from 30 March to 3 April 2009.

How to apply

Please click here to download an application form.

Deadline for applications is 17th November 2008. However, places get filled very quickly, so please send your applications to us as soon as possible.

Please contact Sarah Denness on 07852 764 684, sarah.denness@eability.org should you require this form in an alternative format or have any questions.

The Recruitment Process

Should your application be short listed, you will be invited to an assessment centre which will include sitting aptitude tests. EmployAbility will ensure all reasonable adjustment requirements are put in place as required and we will talk through the tests and assessment centre exercises with you beforehand. Although this can seem a daunting experience, EmployAbility will be available to offer support and assistance where needed. Assessment centres will take place during November, December 2008 and January 2009.

For further information about all of the opportunities at Barclays Wealth, please visit www.barclayswealth.com/think

Please email completed application form to Sarah Denness at:
sarah.denness@eability.org