Banking Analyst Summer Internship Program 2027 Houston

About the Program

Join us as a summer intern and discover the world of finance and technology. Dive into our culture, engaging in real projects that offer a comprehensive business overview. Select your desired business area for an in-depth introduction, taking on immediate responsibilities, guided by a mentor and line manager. Forge connections, explore new horizons, and unlock growth opportunities in this 10-week journey. This internship is designed for students in the penultimate year of university to build skills, expand knowledge, and embark on an impactful path toward a promising career.

About the Role

As a Banking intern in the Investment Banking Summer Intern Program, you will work with various Investment Banking teams to address our clients’ most strategic questions. You’ll advise a broad range of corporate clients, delivering holistic, structured solutions—such as mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, structured solutions, or risk management—to help clients achieve their goals.

As a Summer Analyst, you’ll spend the summer learning the art and science behind executing transactions. As a member of one of our Industry, Product, or Geographic groups, you’ll work on live deals and deal proposals, including:

• Financial analysis and modeling
• Valuation
• Industry research
• Client due diligence
• Developing written materials, including offering memoranda and new business presentations

About Barclays Investment Banking

Barclays is one of the world’s top-tier investment banks and one of the only non-US, full-service rivals to the largest U.S. investment banks. Headquartered in Europe, we think and act differently. From Hong Kong to Houston and Tel Aviv to Tokyo, everyone at Barclays enjoys a real sense of purpose, working for a business that fosters innovation, champions sustainability, and deploys finance responsibly for the common good and the long term.

Requirements

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree with a target graduation date within one year of the conclusion of this internship
• GPA of 3.2 or above
• Unrestricted work authorization in the country you’re applying to work within
• Keen interest in business and finance, with a curiosity to learn
• Resourcefulness, teamwork, enthusiasm, and an entrepreneurial spirit, often demonstrated through extracurricular activities
• Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Applicants are responsible for completing all documentation in support of Optional Practical Training (OPT) or Curricular Practical Training (CPT). Barclays does not provide financial assistance or execute any documents (other than verification of employment) for OPT or CPT. Barclays will not sponsor applicants for work visas or offer employment-based immigration sponsorship for individuals who are not enrolled in or do not graduate with a degree in a STEM field eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on live deals and client pitches
• Support the team in advising corporate clients and delivering structured solutions to meet client goals
• Work with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives
• Participate in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge
• Identify opportunities and develop business cases for new products and services in investment banking
• Manage client relationships and provide customer service support, including responding to questions and processing transactions
• Develop and implement financial models and strategies to support decision-making
• Understand business operations and learn from industry experts
• Train and mentor junior colleagues
• Perform prescribed activities to a high standard and drive continuous improvement
• Demonstrate in-depth technical knowledge and experience in your assigned area
• Lead and supervise a team, guiding professional development and coordinating resources (if applicable)
• Develop technical expertise and act as an advisor (for individual contributors)
• Partner with other functions and business areas
• Take responsibility for end results of operational processing and activities
• Escalate breaches of policies or procedures appropriately
• Embed new policies and procedures adopted due to risk mitigation
• Advise and influence decision-making within your area of expertise
• Manage risk and strengthen controls in your work
• Deliver work in line with relevant rules, regulations, and codes of conduct
• Build an understanding of how your sub-function integrates with the broader function and organization
• Demonstrate how your work contributes to organizational objectives
• Make evaluative judgments based on factual information and attention to detail
• Resolve problems using technical experience and precedents
• Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex or sensitive information
• Act as a contact point for stakeholders outside your immediate function and build external networks

Working in Houston

Our Houston office at 609 Main St provides facilities to enable you to do your best work from day one. Whether collaborating, learning, networking, or growing, the Houston office is an ideal environment to start your career.

Barclays Values and Mindset

All colleagues are expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship. Additionally, you will embody the Barclays Mindset: Empower, Challenge, and Drive—our operating manual for behavior.