2027 Summer Internship - Chief Operating Office - New York

UBS; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

UBS in New York invites applications for a 10-week paid internship in their Group Regional President’s Chief Operating Office. You’ll engage in business management projects, learn about risk, and help implement AI-driven improvements while supporting tight deadlines.

The program mentors you and offers exposure to senior leaders in a global financial institution. Candidates should graduate between December 2027 and June 2028, maintain GPA 3.2+, and demonstrate organizational, strategic and

Qualifications

• Graduating December 2027 to June 2028
• GPA 3.2 or above
• Well organized and creative, numbers-focused
• Values: hard-working, trustworthy, dedicated, collaborative
• Strategic thinker with strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Work on business management projects across teams
• Learn industry and client basics during the internship
• Receive mentors and networking opportunities
• Develop new skills and build professional contacts
• Possible offer to join the Graduate Talent Program after studies

Skills

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Team collaboration

Curiosity

Education

Pursuing degree

Job description

Are you interested in transforming our business? Are you a self-starter enjoying analyzing data? Do you want to work for a firm with a truly global footprint?

You’ll Get To

• work on various projects related to business management across different teams, including tasks like planning, organizing, controlling and developing strategies for the business division
• learn about and monitor known risks, while also discovering and defining unknown risks
• drive the continuous enhancement of risk-related systems and infrastructure and ensure risk framework aligns with compliance and regulatory requirements
• leverage AI tools within risk management platforms for operational efficiency
• help manage changes as part of the integration and support business transformation

Your team

You’ll be working in Group Regional President’s Chief Operating Office, located in New York. The team is responsible for overall business management and integration efforts, as well as risk and regulatory matters. Your work will span business management projects that encourage planning, organizing, controlling, and developing strategies for our division, offering a comprehensive perspective on how risk and business operations intertwine within a leading global financial institution.

Your expertise

We’re Looking For a Candidate Who

• will graduate between December 2027 and June 2028
• has a cumulative GPA of 3.2 and above
• is well organized and creative, with a flair for numbers and data
• has values that align with ours: hard-working, trustworthy, dedicated and collaborative
• is a strategic thinker with strong communication skills
• is motivated to work in a business with high demands and tight deadlines
• can evidence how experimental and responsible use of AI can improve outcomes and efficiency

We're looking for someone who's curious and wants to thrive in a business that never stops moving. We welcome all majors, but it's important to have an interest in the financial industry. We want to see what makes you unique and discover what you can bring to our team. Perhaps you've organized a fundraising event or taken part in team sports? Or stepped out of your comfort zone to learn about a subject you found challenging? Let us know how your achievements match the skills we're after.

Please note, this position is not eligible for any employment-based immigration sponsorship. Additionally, UBS will not provide any assistance or sign any documentation in support of any other form of immigration sponsorship including optional practical training (OPT) or curricular practical training (CPT).

Your program

During your 10 week paid internship, you'll work with our experts and learn about the industry, our clients and our firm.

You'll be right at the heart of our business, learning from your colleagues, taking part in day-to-day operations. You'll be given mentors along the way and will have the chance to get to know some of the most senior members of our teams.

You'll have plenty of opportunities to develop new skills and make contacts along the way. If you like challenges, enjoy learning and want to work where no two days are the same, this program is for you.

If you have a successful internship, you may get an offer to return for our Graduate Talent Program after you've completed your studies.

About Us

UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.

We know that great work is never done alone. That's why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we're more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers.

Join us

At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We're dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That's why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we're more than ourselves.

We're committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.

Disclaimer / Policy Statements

UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.