2027 Operations Analyst Summer Internship Program Whippany

2755 Barclays Services Corpor; United States; On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Barclays is offering a Summer Internship in Operations at our Whippany, NJ campus. The program spans 10 weeks and provides hands‑on experience, meaningful responsibilities, and opportunities to build lasting connections while exploring our culture.

You’ll join the Operations team, work on real projects, and gain exposure to end‑to‑end processes across payments, settlement, and trade processing. Eligible students will be graduating Dec 2027–Jun 2028 with a strong customer focus and curiosity.

Qualifications

• Graduating between December 2027 and June 2028.
• GPA of 3.2 or above.
• Customer‑first mindset with curiosity for what’s next.

Responsibilities

• Support day‑to‑day operations and provide insights to aid senior colleagues.
• Monitor real time transaction flow and trade updates to ensure accurate representation across systems.
• Participate in training and development to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of operational processes and best practices.

Education

Graduation window Dec 2027–Jun 2028

Job description

Purpose of the role

To support the day‑to‑day operations of the operations business division providing insights and expertise that help more senior colleagues make informed decisions, develop new products and services, and identify new market opportunities.

Accountabilities

Performance of KYC tasks while following standard procedures related to Client Due Diligence and AML policies. Monitoring of real time transaction flow, trade updates and exception queues to ensure timely and accurate trade representation across systems. Address incident, problem and change management issues to improve services across the bank. Provision of support to continuous improvement of the operational process and the development of best practices; coming up with ways to improve systems and processes. Provision of support for cleared derivatives, performing daily reconciliation of related fees undertake a range of complex customer and product related processing activities. Participation in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge.

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 Operations Internship program?

At Barclays, every moment is a chance to make a difference. Whether it’s helping a couple secure their first mortgage, enabling a family holiday through a credit card, or supporting a university’s transformation with new accommodation and sports facilities — our work touches lives in real time, every day. Behind this constant flow of activity across investment, corporate, and retail banking is a powerhouse: our Operations team. They ensure payments are processed, credit card systems run smoothly, and trades and transactions — from equities to debt financing — are executed with precision and speed. In short, they’re the heartbeat of the bank. As part of this programme, you’ll become a vital part of that rhythm. You’ll build a strong foundation in Operations, contribute to strategic initiatives, and help us deliver exceptional service — the right way, every time.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this opportunity, you must be graduating between December 2027 and June 2028 and have a GPA of 3.2 or above. You’ll also bring a customer‑first mindset and a natural curiosity for what’s next. You’re quick to adapt, eager to explore new technologies, and always on the lookout for smarter ways to work. Tech‑savvy and insight‑driven, you know how to turn complex data into clear, compelling stories — and you’re just as comfortable sharing those insights with stakeholders across the business. If you’re someone who challenges the status quo and thrives on innovation, you’ll fit right in.

Location and Visa

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 program, your location will be the same as it was during your internship. Barclays will not offer or consider offering sponsorship for work visas or offer any employment‑based immigration sponsorship for individuals, now or in the future, unless such individuals are enrolled in or graduate with a degree in a field of study that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Education consider to be a science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) field of study for purposes of the 24‑month STEM OPT extension. This includes for any internship, post‑graduation program, or permanent employment, now or in the future.

Working in Whippany

Our next‑gen workplace in Whippany is where passionate, down‑to‑earth colleagues connect daily. With modern workspaces, cafés, pool tables, and a gym, it’s a place that feels like home. Off campus, you’re minutes from historic Morristown and just a short trip to the buzz of Manhattan—Whippany offers the best of both worlds.

Salary

Salary / Rate Minimum: $75,000

Salary / Rate Maximum: $75,000

The minimum and maximum salary/rate information above include only base salary or base hourly rate. It does not include any another type of compensation or benefits that may be available.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Application Deadline

The closing date for applications is September 28. 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.

Our Work Experience

Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.