Technology (IST) Internship - Summer 2026
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Technology (IST) Internship - Summer 2026
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a Technology (IST) Intern for Summer 2026 in Manchester, UK. This is a full-time, paid internship with a hybrid work model.
Programme Details
- Start date: 23rd June 2026
- Duration: 10 weeks
- Location: Manchester (Hybrid – 3 days onsite Wed - Thu)
- Schedule: 5 days per week
- Contract: Paid Internship
- Eligibility: Penultimate year students
About IST at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Information Systems & Technology (IST) sits at the centre of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s mission, designing, building, and operating the digital platforms and services that power investor experiences worldwide. This ranges from our client‑facing websites and mobile apps to the core systems, data platforms, and cloud infrastructure behind the scenes. In Manchester, IST is growing into a high‑impact innovation hub focused on engineering resilient platforms, modernising data capabilities, and accelerating cloud transformation. Teams work across areas such as UK Personal Investor (UKPI), which supports digital experiences for our direct‑to‑consumer clients; Financial Adviser Services (FAS), which provides technology and insights for advisers across Europe; and the Chief Data & Analytics Office (CDAO) Europe, which ensures our data is well‑managed, trusted, and used to create value through analytics and responsible AI. Interns will be part of a collaborative and forward‑thinking technology community, gaining hands‑on experience and contributing to meaningful projects that support both clients and internal teams.
About the Internship
The IST Internship Programme gives you hands‑on exposure across our technology organisation and helps you build strong foundations in: Technical capability, Business and product understanding, Leadership behaviours, Professional and personal development. You’ll learn how technology drives [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s strategic priorities and gain insight into the systems, platforms, and tools that support our global client offering - including cloud engineering, analytics, cybersecurity, automation, and digital experiences.
What You’ll Do
- Work with business and technology teams to create meaningful solutions that shape [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s future
- Build a foundational understanding of our systems, tools and engineering practices
- Receive structured technical and professional development through a formal learning curriculum
- Partner with seasoned professionals and rotation managers across diverse IST teams
- Gain exposure to real project work and day‑to‑day responsibilities
- Develop leadership and conceptual thinking skills that will support your long‑term career goals
What We’re Looking For
- Strong technical aptitude and curiosity
- Analytical and problem‑solving mindset
- Organisational skills and attention to detail
- Demonstrated leadership potential
- Professional maturity, humility, and strong communication
- Initiative and independence
- A growth mindset and adaptability
- Drive, resilience, and motivation to succeed
Why [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?
- A supportive and inclusive graduate community
- One‑on‑one coaching and mentorship
- Exposure to a wide range of technologies
- An environment that values innovation, experimentation, and doing things differently
- Flexible working and a fast‑paced setting
- Meaningful, challenging opportunities that stretch your capability
How We Work
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
About Us
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], one of the world's leading investment management companies, serves individual investors, institutions, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and financial professionals. We have a diverse and talented crew with a culture that promotes teamwork, along with an unwavering focus on serving our clients' best interests.