2027 Schroders Capital Internship Program - Infrastructure

About Us

Schroders is a global investment manager which provides active asset management, wealth management and investment solutions. We aim to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We serve a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, high net worth individuals, family offices, as well as end clients through partnerships with distributors, financial advisers, and online platforms.

Established in 1804, we have around 5,500 people across 36 global locations. Schroders' success can be attributed to its diversified business model, spanning different asset classes, client types and geographies.

Program overview:

Our 2027 Summer Internship Program runs for 9 weeks, starting on Monday, June 7th and finishing on Friday, August 6th.  This internship is designed to give you a unique introduction to the Asset Management industry and offers valuable insight into how your chosen department operates within Schroders.  We are only accepting applications from students in their Junior Year, graduating in 2028. 

Throughout the program you will:

• Take part in comprehensive introductory training to build your understanding of the business
• Be assigned to a team where you will contribute to live projects and gain meaningful hands-on experience
• Shadow experienced professionals and learn directly from leaders in the field
• Have opportunities to network with colleagues and other interns, helping you build connections for your future career

This internship provides practical experience, skill development, and a strong foundation for those interested in pursuing a career in the Asset Management sector. 

Who we’re looking for: 

We are looking for individuals who are motivated and have a clear passion to work within Schroders Capital Infrastructure. 

Required skills and capabilities: 

• Innovative and analytical – you’re happy to think outside the box and look for a fresh perspective  
• Flexible, inquisitive and open minded to rotate across different teams   
• Happy to get involved in variety of tasks and projects  
• A good communicator with strong interpersonal skills: voicing your opinion isn’t something you’re afraid of.   
• Growth mindset: we understand you may make mistakes, and when you do, we are looking for you to learn from these. 
• Result-oriented mindset, with the ability to collaborate well with diverse stakeholders 

Some of your tasks may include: 

• Working with the capital raising and product strategy teams to develop and launch new product offerings with a view to growing our platform globally. This involves research of new investment themes, supporting the structuring of new products and the creation of client materials 
• Supporting capital raising processes, including investor due diligence 
• Assisting in portfolio management, including portfolio construction analysis, investment governance, investor reporting, and maintaining fund-level data. 

The Team 

Schroders Greencoat was founded in 2009 and is now part of Schroders. It is a specialist infrastructure investment manager, focused on investing in the fast-growing alternative asset class of energy transition through both public and private market funds. Our expertise includes established renewable technologies such as wind and solar, as well as newer areas such as batteries, heat pumps, heat networks and green hydrogen. Schroders Greencoat is central to Schroders’ infrastructure equity capabilities within Schroders Capital, the group’s private markets business. Schroders Capital Infrastructure brings together the legacy Greencoat teams in the US and Europe, alongside a Paris-based infrastructure equity team from within Schroders and a more recently onboarded renewable infrastructure team based in Hong Kong and mainland China. Collectively, this comprises a team of over 140 staff with a presence in 10 countries across Europe, the United States and China and has invested over €17 billion into ca. 450 energy transition assets at various project stages, with an aggregate capacity of around 8GW. 

Knowledge, experience and qualifications we’re looking for:

• You will be in your Junior Year, graduating in 2028. We no longer accept applications from Seniors considering further studies (i.e. Masters) upon completion of undergraduate course 
• A good working knowledge of document production software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• The ability to understand our target audiences

Benefits of joining us:

When you join our internship program at Schroders, you will benefit from a wide range of professional and personal development opportunities, including:

• Comprehensive training:
  • Access immersive training sessions focused on building industry knowledge, technical expertise, and essential soft skills to help you adapt quickly and make a meaningful impact
• Senior networking opportunities:
  • Attend “Roundtables” led by senior leaders, providing opportunities to connect and grow your professional network
• Potential for future opportunities:
  • The chance to secure a place on a 2028 Schroders Graduate Program, subject to performance feedback and a final interview

Recruitment process:

1. Online application form
2. Stage 1 Cognitive Online Assessment
3. Stage 2 Behavioural and Motivational Assessment 
4. Stage 3 Work Simulation and Video Interview 
5. Virtual Final Interviews with the Business 

Candidates should be available to start the internship on June 7th and work through August 6th, 2027.  This will be onsite in the New York City office 3x a week on a hybrid working model. Housing not provided, but a stipend will be provided to those outside of the tristate area. 

Compensation 

Schroders offers a base salary of $32/hr for this position.

We Recognize Potential, Whoever You Are

Our purpose is to deliver excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We believe diverse perspectives and an inclusive culture help us make better decisions and achieve better outcomes for our clients. That's why inclusion is a strategic priority for us, and we are an equal opportunities employer. You are welcome here, regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristic.

We will consider flexible working arrangements for all roles and provide reasonable accommodations to support applicants and employees, including those with neurodiversity, disability, or physical and mental health needs. For more information, please visit our FAQs.