2026 Investment Management Off-cycle Internship - Risk Management (London)

Overview

Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) oversees approximately $1.5 trillion in assets under management or supervision, with 1,419 investment professionals worldwide and 55 offices in 24 countries. The firm provides tailored, value-added investment solutions to a diverse client base, organized by capability into Solutions & Multi-Asset, Real Assets, Active Fundamental Equity, Private Credit & Equity, Global Fixed Income, and Global Liquidity.

Program Overview

The Off-Cycle Internship offers exposure to the culture and activities of the Investment Management Division by taking on responsibilities and functions of a full-time Analyst for a short period. The internship provides a dynamic environment to work alongside a diverse group of experienced professionals. The program will commence in September 2026 and typically lasts twelve months.

Training Program

On-the-job training is provided, with opportunities to work on a variety of projects alongside experienced professionals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and master analytical, quantitative, and interpersonal skills essential for success in risk management within an asset management firm.
• Support operational and data risk programs across the division.
• Contribute to risk assessments, control reviews, and remediation tracking.
• Analyze operational risk incidents, data issues, and control gaps to identify trends and root causes.
• Build and maintain risk dashboards, KPIs, and analytical reporting.
• Prepare and enhance risk governance materials for senior management and committees.
• Identify opportunities to improve non-financial risk (NFR) and data risk processes, including data usage, automation, and AIS.
• Support early-stage AI initiatives related to risk and data, including requirements gathering, data analysis, and proof-of-concept testing.

Qualifications / Skills / Requirements

• Recent graduate or current student available to commit to a full-time internship for up to twelve months.
• Quantitative or data-focused academic background (e.g., data analytics, statistics, engineering, computer science, economics, finance).
• Strong interest in the asset management industry and risk management.
• Advanced analytical and quantitative skills with strong attention to detail.
• Fluency in English with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage dynamic priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and a collaborative team player.

What You Can Expect from Morgan Stanley

At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage, and allocate capital for clients to help them reach their goals. Our values—putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back—guide our decisions to serve clients, communities, and more than 80,000 employees across 1,200 offices in 42 countries. Morgan Stanley offers opportunities to work with top professionals in a supportive environment, with strong emphasis on collaboration, diverse perspectives, and employee well-being. For more information on global offices, visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices.