Asset Management: Private Markets Internship (London)

Cooper & Hall Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme up to 18%

Share Save and Share Incentive Plan

38 days annual leave

Job summary

M&G's eight-week summer internship offers hands-on experience in Private Markets, with a cohort-wide induction and exposure to structured sessions to build professional skills. Interns join one team for eight weeks, work on live projects, and shadow experienced colleagues to gain practical insight into private market investments.

You will participate in a group project, learn from mentors, and network through interactive development sessions designed to grow your expertise and professional

Qualifications

• Curious and creative problem-solvers ready to start a career in Private Markets.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Learn about the business by working with professionals across investment desks.
• Support projects and shadow colleagues across the investment business.
• Develop a broader understanding of competencies needed for a career in the industry.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Collaboration

Proactive mindset

Tech-savvy

Tools

Digital tools

Job description

At M&G, our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. With a heritage dating back more than 175 years, we have a long history of innovation in savings and investments, combining asset management and insurance expertise to offer a wide range of solutions.

Our two distinct operating segments, Asset Management and Life, work together to provide access to balanced, long-term investment and savings solutions.

Through telling it like it is, owning it now and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent.

We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and offer workplace adjustments to ensure you have the support you need to succeed in your role.

Closing Date: 20th December 2026

Begin your career journey in Asset Management Private Markets: Join M&G’s eight-week Summer Internship

Join us on 28 June 2027 for an eight week internship to gain hands‑on experience, develop technical and professional skills, and build a strong understanding of Private Markets within Asset Management.

Your journey will start with a cohort-wide induction, with focused insight sessions to help you learn more about M&G, network with colleagues, and begin developing your professional skills. You will take part in a structured programme, including:

• Team Placement: Join one team for eight weeks where you will take on meaningful work, contribute to live projects, and shadow experienced colleagues to gain a solid understanding of Private Markets.
• Group Project: An opportunity to collaborate with your peers on a live strategic challenge, developing teamwork and problem solving skills and presenting your recommendations back to the business at the end of the programme.
• Professional Development: Take part in interactive learning sessions and networking opportunities designed to grow your expertise and build your professional network.
• Your Support Network: Regular check‑ins with the Early Careers Team, your manager, and a buddy will ensure you have all the support you need during the programme.

This internship is your first step toward a career in Private Markets. At the end of the programme, you’ll have the opportunity to apply for our Graduate Programme starting in September 2028.

What will I be doing?

M&G’s Private Market’s area focuses on investments that are not publicly traded, including structured finance, private equity, real estate, infrastructure, and private debt. The strategy involves direct investments, co-investments, and partnerships with other investors to access unique opportunities that can provide attractive returns and risk‑adjusted performance. This also includes Impact strategies across our range such as the Catalyst initiative that targets impactful investments to drive positive change and sustainable growth by seeking out opportunities that align with broader societal and environmental goals, often focusing on sectors such as climate, health and tackling inequality.

Interns at M&G make valuable contributions to the teams they work in, in this team you will:

• Learn about our business by working alongside experienced professionals across various business functions, and investment desks covering multiple asset classes.
• Where required, support projects and have the opportunity to meet and shadow people from across the investment business.
• Learn what it takes to be an M&G investment professional and gain a better understanding of the key competencies required for a career in the industry.

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for curious minds and creative problem‑solvers who are ready to start their career in Private Markets. If you’re eager to learn, keen to collaborate, and motivated to deliver great outcomes, this is the place for you. Successful candidates will bring:

• A proactive mindset and eagerness to learn.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Comfort with technology and digital tools.
• Ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships across teams and stakeholders

We welcome applicants from all degree disciplines and value diverse perspectives and experiences.

Minimum Requirements

• Expected graduation date of Summer 2028 (You will be a penultimate year student, or final year student intending to study a Master’s degree)
• Available to start the programme on 28 June 2027
• Right to Work in the UK at the time of application - we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for our internship programmes

What’s the application process?

We want to match your strengths, interests and working preferences with the right teams. Here’s how it works:

1. Submit your CV
2. Complete online assessments
3. Take part in an online job simulation
4. Attend one of our assessment centres

We’re dedicated to supporting your wellbeing and helping you thrive, both at work and beyond. Our benefits are designed to help you balance your professional and personal life, and financially plan for the future. Our UK benefits include:

• pension scheme of up to 18% (13% made up of employer contributions and 5% employee contributions).
• Access to our Share Save and Share Incentive Plan, alongside financial wellbeing and support services to help give you real confidence to put your money to work.
• Enjoy 38 days annual leave (including bank holidays), with the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days. Our Time Off When You Need It policy gives you the flexibility - to balance work and personal commitments.
• Our market-leading Inspiring Families policy includes comprehensive support and paid parental leave covering maternity, adoption, surrogacy, and paternity leave - because supporting families is an important part of our inclusive culture.
• Health & Protection cover includes Private Healthcare, Critical Illness cover and Life Assurance for you, with additional family options - for peace of mind.

At M&G we strive to have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture, underpinned by our policies and employee‑led networks that offer networking, support and development opportunities for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – across gender, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation and more – including neurodivergent individuals, career returners and those with military service experience.

M&G is proud to be Level 3: Disability Confident Leaderunder the UK Government Disability Confident employer scheme, and we welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and long‑term health conditions. If you would like to participate in the initiative, you will have the opportunity to indicate this on your application.

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. All candidates have the opportunity to request reasonable adjustments when applying. If you need any additional support at any stage, please contact us via email.