2027 Public Policy and Corporate Responsibility Analyst Summer Internship Programme London

Job Description Purpose of the role To support the day-to-day operations of the public policy and corporate responsibility division providing insights and expertise that help more senior colleagues make informed decisions, develop new products and services, and identify new market opportunities Accountabilities • Execution of small research projects, research to support strategic decision making, preparation of presentations and reports to communicate research findings, collaboration with senior management to implement research findings for public policy and corporate responsibility.

• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives. • Participation in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge.

• Identification of opportunities, development of business cases, management of the deployment and launch of new products and services for public policy and corporate responsibility.

• Management of client relationships and provision of customer service support to clients and customers, under steadily decreasing supervision, responding to questions about products and services, processing of transactions, and resolution of customer complaints.

• Management of the development and implementation of financial models and strategies that support in decision making for public policy and corporate responsibility.

• Training and mentoring of junior colleagues, facilitation of individual or group training sessions, and development and maintenance of training materials.

Analyst Expectations • To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement. • Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise • Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise • They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.

• If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard.

The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others. • OR for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.

• Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area. • Partner with other functions and business areas. • Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.

• Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately. • Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.

• Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise. • Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to.

Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct. • Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function.

• Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function. • Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.

• Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents. • Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.

• Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right.

They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave. Explore the world of Barclays as a Summer Intern Spend 10 weeks diving into real projects, gaining hands-on experience, and shaping your future.

You’ll receive full support, take on meaningful responsibilities, and build lasting connections—all while discovering what makes our culture unique. If you're in your penultimate year and ready to grow, learn, and make an impact, this is your opportunity to belong and thrive.

Why the Public Policy and Corporate Responsibility programme? Public Policy and Corporate Responsibility helps Barclays engage with external stakeholders and deliver activity that supports responsible business.

You’ll build understanding of policy, reputation, sustainability, citizenship and stakeholder engagement while contributing to work that supports customers, colleagues and communities.

To be considered for this opportunity, you must be in your penultimate year of university. You must be graduating in 2028. You’ll bring curiosity about public policy, corporate responsibility and stakeholder engagement, plus strong communication and analytical skills.

The location for this role is indicated in the job title, and you will be based at that location. If you are successful in receiving a return offer to our graduate programme, your location will be the same as it was during your internship.

Barclays will accept applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK and will provide a skilled worker visa for successful applicants if they meet the Home Office’s eligibility criteria for a skilled worker visa.

Successful applicants who are not eligible to receive a skilled worker visa, and who we are therefore unable to secure a skilled worker visa for, will be required to have their own legal right to work in the UK on a full-time basis from June 2027 to August 2027.

Working In London If you love the buzz of city life, our global HQ is the place to be. Our London hub is in Canary Wharf, at the heart of London’s financial district.

Here, you won’t just be perfectly placed to explore the nation’s capital; you’ll be in a place where you can explore the many functions and opportunities of a global financial giant.

It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.

The closing date for applications is 25 September 2026. Please note that this vacancy may close ahead of the advertised date due to application volumes, and we therefore recommend submitting your application as early as possible.