BlackRock is dedicated to investing in you through a training programme that encourages you to take advantage of every career opportunity. Whether you are a Full-time Analyst, a Summer Intern or here on a 12-month Placement, you will gain a balance of business, interpersonal and technical skills. To find more information about our programmes in Europe, use the links below.

• Full-time Analyst Programme
• Summer Internship
• 12-month Placement Programme
• Qualifications / What We Look For
• European Campus Events
• "A World of Opportunity" Brochure (UK only)

We also have programmes in the U.S. and Asia Pacific/Australia.

To explore information on our business groups and learn about the qualities they typically seek in job candidates, see BlackRock Business Groups.

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V.

Full-time Analyst Programme

Each business area offers its own specialized training programme for full-time Analysts. All programmes begin with an introduction to BlackRock. Further training for some areas is required. These unique programmes offer training by outstanding managers while giving you the opportunity to build a network of contacts.

In the U.K,. our training also includes preparation for the Investment Management Certification (IMC) exam, and if applicable, for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) exam.

Specialized programmes include:

• Portfolio Management Graduate Programme – A three-year development programme that begins with training and continues through your career.  There may be rotational assignments depending on business requirements.
• Account Management Programme – A development programme that begins with training and continues through your career. There may be rotational assignments depending on business requirements.
• BlackRock Solutions & Technology Programme – A development programme that begins with training, followed by continuous development within BlackRock Solutions.
• Portfolio Analytics Programme – A development programme that begins with training and continues through assignments within the Portfolio Administration Group and more broadly within the BlackRock Solutions Group.

More About Our Full-time Analyst Programmes

Training

• Introduction to BlackRock through our orientation programme
• Overview of financial markets and business skills through the institutional core training programme
• Customised Investment Management training by industry leaders
• Training in sales techniques, pitching and probing
• Preparation for the Investment Management Certification (IMC) exam within first three months (U.K. only)
• Continuous study support provided to achieve the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualification (U.K. only)

Assignments

• Assignments within your business division and in some cases across businesses 
• Immediate active involvement in the day-to-day work of the business team you join 
• Application of the knowledge and know-how obtained in the training programme

Placement After Programme

• Opportunity to assume a higher level of responsibility in your current department or on another investment management team 
• Based on your interests and the business need 
• Training and support continue

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Summer Internship

If you a penultimate year student, a BlackRock Summer Internship could be an ideal opportunity for you. The internship is a 10-week assignment with opportunities in various business areas. See the highlights below.

Internship Highlights

Training & Social Activities

• A series of seminars on the investment management business
• The opportunity to network with business representatives from other BlackRock businesses 
• A project designed to broaden your knowledge of the financial services industry
• Social events and activities that offer opportunities to meet other summer interns and BlackRock professionals in an informal setting

Placement

• An assignment in one of our business areas
• Become immediately involved in the day-to-day activities of the business group

Responsibilities

• Attend team meetings, attend client meetings
• Objectives & deliverables agreed upfront
• True project work & responsibility from day one
• Research companies and new investment opportunities

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12-month Placement Programme

Our 12-month Placements offer you the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience within our BlackRock Solutions group. This year-long programme will see you work as part of a team on real projects and take responsibility for achieving set targets within our technology infrastructure team. You will grow in knowledge, skills and confidence and gain a great insight into the financial world, experiencing the team spirit that makes BlackRock such a unique place to work.

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Qualifications / What We Look For

The criteria outlined below apply to applicants for Full-time or Summer Programmes.

Education

• A 2.1 or above bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Excellent academic performance

Experience

• Work experience or internship experience a plus
• Financial services work experience desirable

Skills and Abilities

• Strong research and analytical skills 
• Solid numerical skills 
• Ability to discuss current financial issues 
• Good communication skills 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Personal Traits

• Commitment and drive to work in the financial services industry
• Team player
• Desire to work with clients and build relationships

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