Job Description
Job Title: Business Management Internship
Location: Edinburgh 1 Broadway Park
Role Type: Full-time Internship
Period: June - August 2026 (10 weeks)
Closing date: Wednesday 5th November (We reserve the right to close earlier due to volume of applications) Assessment centre to take place in January 2026.
Invest in Your Tomorrow
At Aberdeen we believe in investing in people and that starts with you. Aberdeens Business Management Internship Programme is designed to give you hands-on experience exposure to real projects and the opportunity to explore your future in financial services. Over 10 weeks youll work alongside experienced professionals develop key skills and gain insight into how our Adviser business operates all while contributing to meaningful work that makes a difference.
Why Choose Our Internship Programme
Our Adviser business provides financial planning solutions and technology for UK financial advisers enabling them to create value for their businesses and their clients and is going through an exciting period of growth following new product and client offerings. Our Business Management programme is designed to give you an understanding of Aberdeens Adviser business the different teams that operate within it and how we best serve our clients. We have teams such as Client Experience Product & Technology Data & Insight and Project Management & Change.
Who Were Looking For
We welcome penultimate-year students from all academic backgrounds. If you have ambition energy curiosity and tenacity we want to hear from you. Were open to the type of candidates but as long as you have the right attitude you could fit well into the Adviser business.
We value
Transparency
Customer & client focus
Collaboration & influence
Strategic thinking
Inclusive & empowering leadership
Ambition
Application Process
CV & Online application
Online testing
Online pre-recorded interview
Assessment Centre (group activity case study and panel interview)
Pathway to our Graduate Programme
Completing your internship could be just the beginning. You may be considered for a place on our 24-month rotational Graduate Programme starting in September 2027.
This programme is designed to give you a deep understanding of how we serve our clients and operate across a broad range of functions. Whether youre managing people engaging directly with clients or working within product and technology youll receive structured training coaching and support throughout.
As a graduate youll rotate across several key areas including:
Client Experience enhancing client journeys and delivering exceptional service.
Product & Technology developing and improving digital platforms and investment solutions.
Data & Insight turning data into actionable intelligence.
Project Management & Change driving strategic initiatives and transformation.
Proposition shaping our product offering to meet evolving client needs.
Sales supporting client engagement and business growth.
Marketing communicating our brand and services across channels.
Youll also work towards a professional qualification in financial services such as DipPFS aligned to your career aspirations. Well guide you in selecting the qualification that best suits your goals and support you every step of the way.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Aberdeen is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is valued. As a Disability Confident Committed Level One employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide support throughout the recruitment process.
Please contact us () if you require reasonable accommodations to be made to any stage of the recruitment process. Our Early Careers team will be pleased to discuss your needs and ensure that these are accommodated.
Apply Today
Join us in building a future where everyone can thrive.
Required Experience:
Intern
abrdn is a global investment company and asset manager committed to helping investors achieve their investment goals.