About Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley is one of the world’s leading financial services institutions, offering investment banking, wealth management, sales and trading, research, and technology solutions across global markets. The company is committed to supporting talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and helping them build successful careers in finance and STEM-related fields.
Program Overview
Morgan Stanley is inviting applications for its 2026 Step In, Step Up: Foundations In Finance Program in London, United Kingdom. This unique development program is designed to identify undiscovered talent, promote socioeconomic diversity, and provide career-building opportunities for Year 13 students preparing to enter university.
The program offers participants an opportunity to gain valuable insights into the financial services industry while learning directly from experienced professionals across multiple business divisions.
Program Details
Program Name: 2026 Step In, Step Up: Foundations In Finance
Company: Morgan Stanley
Location: London, United Kingdom
Job ID: 21031
Program Type: Internship Program
Program Duration: 24 August 2026 to 26 August 2026
Application Deadline: 23 June 2026
What You Will Learn
During the intensive three-day program, students will participate in workshops, networking opportunities, mentoring sessions, and professional development activities covering various business areas including:
- Technology
- Investment Banking
- Global Capital Markets
- Sales
- Trading
- Research
Participants will also gain exposure to Morgan Stanley’s workplace culture while developing both technical and professional skills through panel discussions, training sessions, and interactions with industry experts.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- Be a Year 13 student.
- Have a confirmed university offer to begin an undergraduate degree at a UK university in Autumn 2026.
- Demonstrate a strong interest in the financial services industry and/or STEM opportunities.
- Include all confirmed university offers on their CV.
- Include GCSE and A-Level grades or equivalent qualifications on their CV.
- Have attended a state-funded, non-fee-paying school or college.
Additionally, applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Have received Free School Meals.
- Have received household income support.
- Have spent time in local authority care.
- Have current or previous refugee status.
- Have dependents or caring responsibilities.
- Have experienced other indicators of socioeconomic or personal disadvantage identified through Morgan Stanley’s contextual recruitment process.
Travel and Accommodation Support
Morgan Stanley can provide support for eligible travel and accommodation requirements associated with attending the program.
Why Join This Program?
The Foundations In Finance Program provides students with:
- Direct exposure to leading finance professionals.
- Insight into careers within global financial markets.
- Professional networking opportunities.
- Mentorship from experienced employees.
- Technical and workplace skills training.
- A deeper understanding of investment banking, technology, markets, and research functions.
This program is ideal for students looking to explore career opportunities in finance and STEM while building a strong foundation before starting university.
Application Process
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible.
Final Application Deadline: 23:59 PM on Monday, 22 June 2026.
Job Summary
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Company | Morgan Stanley |
| Program | Step In, Step Up: Foundations In Finance 2026 |
| Location | London, United Kingdom |
| Program Type | Internship |
| Job ID | 21031 |
| Duration | 24 August 2026 – 26 August 2026 |
| Eligibility | Year 13 Students with UK University Offer |
| Application Deadline | 23 June 2026 |
Job Features
| Job Category | Finance Internship |