Please note that we will not be offering a School Leaver Summer Internship Programme in 2025.
As you near the end of your studies at school or college, we know that you have a number of options when thinking about your next step.
To help you make the decision as to whether an apprenticeship might be an option to consider, we have created a 4-week summer internship for those in their penultimate year of study at school or college. This invaluable work experience opportunity is designed to help give you an insight into the work we do and to help you clarify your career aspirations.
Successful interns will be offered the opportunity to interview for one of our Apprenticeship opportunities commencing the September after you complete your studies.
What we look for
Candidates interested in applying for our School Leaver Internship Programme will be hard-working, self-motivated and self-aware individuals, with excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work well with others. You will have a keen interest in our industry and in exploring a potential apprenticeship with St James’s Place once you complete your A-levels (or equivalent).
You be in your penultimate year of study at school or college, will also have gained a high level of academic attainment in you GCSEs including – Level 5) or above in English and Maths and you will also be on your way to complete your A-level/BTEC triple award, or equivalent.
"These last four weeks have been an invaluable experience as I have gained a deeper insight into the inner workings of a financial services company through meeting a number of professionals in various departments and now possess a broader knowledge and understanding of more technical areas of the field. I have also adjusted to working in an office, which was a new experience for me and the open and friendly culture here has been a pleasant surprise."
Adel,Technical Academy Intern
Our summer interns tell us about their internship experience, what they’ve been working on and their favourite parts of the programme.