IDI Summer 2027 Internship

targetjobs UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two Mankind days

Pension/401k

Private medical coverage

Gym discounts

Pet insurance

Long-term disability

Job summary

Man Group invites penultimate-year university students to join the Summer Internship Programme in our AHL IDI team. You will participate in a 12-week rotation to understand strategies, investment approaches and how business areas fit within Man Group.

Interns will gain hands-on experience supporting research ideas, testing processes, and using data analytics, with mentorship and cross-team collaboration throughout the programme.

Qualifications

• Penultimate-year university student applying for summer internship.
• Strong academic record in a technical field is preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Support quantitative modelling and data implementation projects within AHL IDI.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers, researchers, and technology teams on project work.
• Develop technical and analytical skills through hands-on internship tasks.

Skills

SQL

Python

Strong academics

Attention to detail

Education

Penultimate-year student

Job description

About Man Group

Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via our Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and advanced technology, our single and multi-manager investment strategies are underpinned by deep research and span public and private markets, across all major asset classes, with a significant focus on alternatives. Man Group takes a partnership approach to working with clients, establishing deep connections and creating tailored solutions to meet their investment goals and those of the millions of retirees and savers they represent. Headquartered in London, we manage $253.6 billion and operate across multiple offices globally. Man Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker EMG.LN and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index.

About The Summer Internship Programme

Successful candidates for the Summer Internship Programme will spend 12-weeks sat in AHL IDI. Within their allocated teams, interns will have the opportunity to understand a wide range of different strategies, investment approaches, and learn how their allocated business area fits within Man Group. Therefore, allowing the intern to develop a range of technical, analytical and soft skills. Please see additional details on each available business area below:

AHL IDI

The AHL Investment and Data Implementation team is responsible for leading changes to and managing AHL's quantitative models, systematic trading systems, and alternative and market data across all traded asset classes. The team collaborates closely with portfolio managers, quantitative research, product structuring, technology, and external counterparties to ensure the accurate implementation and launch of new research ideas, funds, and asset classes, as well as the smooth operation of the end-to-end systematic trading process.

The open and collaborative nature of Man AHL makes it an ideal place to learn and develop an understanding of running a systematic hedge fund. Successful candidates in the 12-week internship will work on meaningful projects alongside experienced professionals, supported by a mentor to guide their development. The programme offers hands-on experience across key areas of the systematic investment process, testing both technical skills and critical thinking. Interns will contribute by defining and improving processes, using data analytics for insights, leveraging technology, and collaborating with other teams.

Key skills required

include a strong academic record in a technical field, organizational skills, programming skills in SQL and Python, attention to detail, and good communication skills.

Please note that we are looking for penultimate-year university students for this programme, and successful performance on the Internship Programme does not guarantee a confirmed place on a Graduate Programme.

Please note that you must have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for this programme.

Inclusion, Work-Life Balance and Benefits at Man Group

You'll thrive in our working environment that champions equality of opportunity. Your unique perspective will contribute to our success, joining a workplace where inclusion is fundamental and deeply embedded in our culture and values. Through our external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes, you'll find opportunities to grow, develop your talents, and help foster an inclusive environment for all across our firm and industry. You'll have the opportunity to make a difference through our charitable and global initiatives while advancing your career through professional development, and with flexible working arrangements available too. Like all our people, you'll receive two annual 'Mankind' days of paid leave for community volunteering. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private medical coverage, discounted gym membership options and pet insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Man Group provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and all employees without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, age or any other legally protected category or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Man Group is a Disability Confident Committed employer; if you require help or information on reasonable adjustments as you apply for roles with us, please contact our Talent Acquisition team.