Investments Internship

Job Description

Job Title: Investments Internship Programme

Location: Edinburgh

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 Investments Internship Programme is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience explore your interests and build a career with purpose. Over 10 weeks youll work on real projects collaborate with experienced professionals and develop the skills that will set you up for success.

Why Choose Our Internship Programme

Our Investments business is a specialist asset manager focused on areas where we have both strength and scale. We capitalise on key market themes through public markets and alternative asset classes. This internship provides exposure to our dynamic investment environment and offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work.

Explore Our Placement Areas

Choose from one of four exciting areas based on your interests and strengths:

Chief Operating Office (COO): Join the engine room of our Investments business. The Chief Operating Office (COO) is the driving force behind innovation operational excellence and outstanding client service. As part of this dynamic function youll be exposed to the strategic direction and oversight of our technology and information systemsboth internal and client-facing. Interns may join teams such as Public Market Operations Private Market Operations Client & Regulatory Operations Supplier Management Market Data Services; or Asset Management Client Operations and Data aligned technology teams. Youll gain insight into the full investment value chain from client onboarding and investment execution to reporting and data delivery through to system design and programming network planning budget planning database management and computer operations. Ideal for those who enjoy working with data managing priorities and streamlining processes.

Client Group: The face of Aberdeen this team connects with clients globally to understand their needs and deliver tailored investment solutions. Interns may work in Institutional & Wholesale Sales Client Relationship Management Insurance KYC Operations Client Office or Digital Solutions. Youll learn how we build and maintain strong client relationships supporting them throughout their investment journey. Perfect for those who enjoy communication relationship-building and client engagement.

Global Product & Marketing: Central to our product innovation and promotion this team works across internal and external networks to develop and manage Aberdeens global product suite. Interns may gain experience in Product Strategy Product Development & Management and Regional Marketing. Youll help shape the future of our product range support launches and deliver marketing campaigns. Great for collaborators with strong communication skills creativity and attention to detail.

Chief Investment Office (CIO): Delivering ESG-integrated investment solutions across global markets and asset classes CIO offers placements in Equities Fixed Income Multi-Asset Private Equity and Real Assets. Interns will contribute to research portfolio analysis and investment strategy. Ideal for analytical thinkers who are client-focused strategic and passionate about sustainable investing.

Who Were Looking For

We welcome penultimate-year students from all academic backgrounds. If youre curious driven and ready to learn we want to hear from you. Youll be asked to select your preferred placement area when applying.

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 offers structured development coaching and industry qualifications to help you become a future leader at Aberdeen. Our curriculum focuses on three key learning mindsets: Client Leadership and Strategic delivered through engaging content group coaching and hands-on experiences.

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.

For more information visit our careers site: committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense this includes but is not limited to our diversity of educational and professional backgrounds experience cognitive and neurodiversity age gender gender identity sexual orientation disability religion or belief and ethnicity and geographical provenance. We support a culture that values meritocracy fairness and transparency and welcomes enquiries from everyone.

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