Summer Internship Program – Chief Administrative Office (CAO)

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators and champions of inclusion, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Summer Intern to join our Chief Administrative Office (CAO) team. This role is located in London

Summer Internship Program   

The BNY Summer Internship Program provides high-potential students with a well-rounded, rewarding 10-week internship experience, as well as an inside look into what it is like to work for a global financial services organization that has been innovating and serving clients since 1784. Interns work on challenging projects, collaborate in teams, and build professional networks while gaining insight into BNY and skills required to be successful in the workforce.

From day one, summer interns are immersed in BNY’s innovative and dynamic company culture as they will receive:      

Enterprise-led intern orientation program combined with ongoing an executive speaker series and virtual training curriculum designed specifically for summer interns 

Meaningful and challenging work assignments that deliver learning and skill development through practical work, mentorship, and training   

Career development and networking support from a host of corporate leaders including internship managers, senior and peer mentors, business stakeholders and a dedicated program manager   

Exposure to different areas of business throughout the organization  

Comprehensive professional etiquette and financial services fundamentals training, along with technical and business acumen development    

Understanding of BNY’s commitment to diversity and inclusion    

A collaborative and supportive community with full commitment of top-level management to deliver a premier internship/talent pipeline program within the financial services industry  

Chief Administrative Office

The Chief Administrative Office (CAO) is an enterprise function comprised of teams including Real Estate and Location Strategy, Workplace Experience & Design, Enterprise Resiliency and Sourcing Offices, Strategic Partnerships and Innovation and Corporate Security.

Real Estate and Location Strategy aims to optimize our global footprint to best support existing and future needs while also attracting and developing top, diverse talent. Real Estate is responsible for real estate functions, including real estate lease transactions and administration, facilities management, architecture, design and construction management and corporate insurance.

Workplace Experience & Design at BNY is a unified ecosystem of teams - including Workplace Design, AV Services, Corporate Services, and Workplace Experience Technology - that collectively shape the daily environment for employees and clients across the firm. These teams operate under a shared mission to deliver both seamless everyday functionality and standout moments that reflect BNY's brand and values.

The Enterprise Resiliency Office (ERO) is a centralized, global function to promote and facilitate operational resiliency across the enterprise. ERO works closely with the businesses and Corporate Staff groups to drive the firm's resiliency strategy.

The Enterprise Sourcing Office (ESO) is a centralized, global function to manage the end-to-end interaction with and management of third-parties (external and inter-affiliate) and related activities.

Corporate Security provides a broad array of services to protect our people, our property, our information and our assets effectively and efficiently. 

Program eligibility:

Enrollment in a 3-year undergraduate degree program with a strong focus on business-related and/or technology-related majors preferred

Graduating in Dec 2026 through to July 2027

Minimum 2:2 Degree Classification

Does not require sponsorship for employment visa status (now or in the future) in the country where applying.  

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Our Benefits and Rewards:

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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