12-month Internship Program: EMEA COO GlobalLink in London

Who we are looking for

We are looking for candidates to join our State Street Markets (SSM)12-month internship program. This internship is a full-time career opportunity that is key to our commitment to develop diverse and junior talent and is designed to provide strategic and comprehensive training across GlobalLink, our foreign exchange electronic trading business. This dynamic 12-month internship will directly work with and support the GlobalLink EMEA Chief Operating Officer and GlobalLink Regulatory and Governance manager so that they have the necessary bandwidth to achieve their business goals.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Markets (SSM). When owners and managers of institutional assets need research, trading, securities lending and innovative portfolio strategies, they turn to SSM business unit. As our investment research and trading arm, SSM's number one goal is to enhance and preserve our clients' portfolio values by applying technology, optimizing trading, and linking asset classes and markets across the world.

Join us if making your mark in the capital markets industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

Our 12-month Intern Program is designed for the high potential students, like you, into our most impactful roles preparing you for future success. From day one you will be exploring collaborative and dynamic environment company culture and you will receive:

• A structured learning and development program, specific job-related trainings, professional
• development and soft skills trainings
• A buddy who can offer you their experience, knowledge and guidance throughout your internship.
• Dedicated networking events for the Interns
• Leadership and business-related sessions with Senior Management
• Possibility to grow your professional network by joining an Employee Committees include: Professional PWN, Families Network, Disability & Inclusion Network, Pride & Friends Network, Environmental Sustainability Network

Program dates: 22nd June 2026 – 21st June 2027

You must be available to participate in the program in person, starting from day one and for its full duration and you are required to work from the office 4 days a week.

In this role, you will perform the following day-to-day activities

• Engage with senior stakeholders to produce papers, business updates and meeting minutes for key senior management Committees and Working Groups.
• Support the coordination of the annual FX Connect MTF RTS 7 Self-Assessment and annual FX Connect MTF Client Eligibility Questionnaire campaign.
• Support the on-going regulatory compliance of FX Connect MTF via pre and post trade control reviews, procedure reviews and COO management reporting.
• Independently plan, research and support ad-hoc projects within GlobalLink EMEA COO, Sales, Liquidity Management and Trade Operations teams.
• Perform ad-hoc reporting, tactical analysis and other duties as needed.

Individual Contributor Responsibilities:

• Track outstanding issues; be detail oriented and proactive
• Prioritize effectively, drive delivery in all instances
• Act in accordance with the Risk Excellence culture within the business and as part of our Way Ahead foundation
• Display a culture of individual ownership of tasks to embed a clear individual sense of accountability in performing the role
• Ensure that the highest level of the Code of Conduct is displayed in your behavior
• Maintain and continuously develop knowledge of core products, overall process operating model, financial markets and technologies

What we Value

Required Competencies:

• Strong interest in global capital markets
• Proven ability to work in a dynamic, fluid, fast-paced, high-energy environment
• Strong passion for learning and commitment to career development
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills which are required to work in our collegial, collaborative environment

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum 2.1 honours degree or equivalent (predicted)
• An undergraduate degree, other relevant qualifications (e.g. CFA) or significant work experience
• Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills
• Knowledge of the Financial Services sector and associate products and services
• To apply you must be an undergraduate who is eligible to work in the UK and able to start your placement in early June 2026 and remain in the position for 12 months. You must be intending to return to university to finish your degree after the placement.

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you'll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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