# UBS Veterans Associate Program (VAP) 2027 [UBS](https://www.jorb.ai/firms/ubs.md) · New York · United States · [Generalist Internships/Programmes/Graduate Schemes](https://www.jorb.ai/jobs/generalist-internships-programmes-graduate-schemes.md) UBS is hiring a UBS Veterans Associate Program (VAP) 2027 in New York. Posted 2026-04-22; applications close 2026-06-21. **Apply**: https://jobs.ubs.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25008&siteid=5012&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=344745 Posted 4d ago. ## Role details ## Overview Transition from military leadership and mission-first mindset into a high-impact front office career with UBS. The Veterans Associate Program (VAP) is a 20-week, accelerated pathway into Investment Banking, Sales & Trading, Equity Research, Global Wealth Management, or Asset Management. We are seeking recent transitioning Service Members to join the 2027 VAP cohort starting January 2027. During the program, you will build technical finance capability, apply it on a team placement, and earn the opportunity to interview for permanent roles while you are in the program. ## Program overview - New joiner orientation: learn UBS culture, controls, business model, and how our divisions partner to serve clients. - Instructor-led finance & analytics training (Weeks 1–2): complete intensive coursework (e.g., Excel tools/macros, financial modeling, valuation, capital markets, and wealth/portfolio management fundamentals) to prepare you to contribute on day one. - Team placement: start with a divisionally aligned team in Investment Banking, Sales & Trading, Equity Research, Global Wealth Management, or Asset Management. Placements are determined through the selection and interview process. - Mentorship: matched with mentors who will help you navigate the firm, accelerate learning, and build your network. - Cross-divisional exposure: ongoing networking and guest-speaker sessions with leaders across UBS. - Continuous development: structured learning throughout the 20 weeks (external provider-led courses, self-paced modules, and internal business-skills workshops). - May/June 2027: interview for permanent opportunities. VAP is designed to convert strong foundational skills into front office impact. You will work alongside high-performing teams, sharpen technical and client-facing capabilities, and build relationships that will accelerate your long-term career at UBS. If you are ready to bring discipline, ownership, and analytical rigor to complex financial problems, we want to meet you. ## Our culture 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. We use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves. ## Disability accommodation We’re committed to disability inclusion. If you need reasonable accommodation or adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can contact us at this page. ## Timeline - May to Aug 2026 – 1st and 2nd round interviews - Sept to Oct 2026 – Finalist selected - Oct 2026 – Offers - Jan 2027 – Start of program - June 2027 – Program concludes ## Key business areas - Global Wealth Management: Chief Investment Office, Product Management & Development, Investment & Portfolio Management, or Client Advisory - Investment Bank: Global Banking, Global Markets (Sales & Trading), or Equity Research - Asset Management: Portfolio Construction, Hedge Funds, Real Estate, or Private Equity ## Your expertise What you bring: - Strong command of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); able to build clear analyses and client-ready materials - Clear, concise written and verbal communication; confidence presenting to senior stakeholders - Foundational accounting, financial modeling, and valuation skills; strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving ability - Passing FINRA SIE exam required to be considered for final selection - Record of top performance in the military (e.g., accelerated responsibility, competitive selection, awards, or measurable mission outcomes) - Demonstrated leadership and teamwork; leads by example and contributes to a high-performance culture - Thrives in fast-paced environments; stays composed under pressure and responds quickly to changing priorities - Produces accurate, detailed analyses, documents, and presentations under tight deadlines - Highly organized; manages multiple workstreams with strong attention to detail - Ownership mindset; able to run with projects independently, elevate issues early, and deliver results with limited direction ## About UBS UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We 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 place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Want to find out more? 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