UBS: Off-Cycle Internship Programme 2025

We're looking for ambitious students / graduates to join our Global Markets Distribution team in South Africa, where you'll gain hands-on experience across multiple sales disciplines including advisory, cash equities, derivatives, structured solutions and equity financing.

The internship will last 12 months. 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.

Responsibilities

You’ll get to:

• Shadow experienced sales and trading professionals as they advise clients on market trends, investment opportunities, and execution strategies
• Support the team in creating compelling presentations and market updates
• Learn how to analyze market data and translate it into actionable insights for clients
• Contribute to the development of client solutions that address specific investment objectives
• Build relationships across the business, working with trading desks, product specialists, and operations teams
• Gain exposure to a diverse client base including asset managers, hedge funds, pension funds and corporate clients

You'll be working within our dynamic Global Markets team in South Africa. Our team bridges the gap between financial products and client needs. We provide comprehensive sales coverage across advisory services, cash equity sales, derivatives and solutions, and financing products.

Requirements:

We’re looking for a candidate who:

• Is in final year or has recently graduated with an Honours or Masters degree in STEM fields, Finance or Economics
• Has a strong academic performance in their degree
• Demonstrates a genuine interest in financial markets and client-facing roles
• Possesses excellent analytical and numerical skills
• Shows strong communication abilities, both written and verbal
• Exhibits a proactive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Works well in team environments and shows the ability to build relationships
• Has a commercial mindset and client-centric approach
• Knowledge of South African financial markets would be an advantage