Technology – Software Engineering – 2027 Summer Internship Program

Technology – Software Engineering – 2027 Summer Internship Program Overview

This summer internship programme is an eight-week experience running from June through August. It is built to give students a demanding, meaningful, and well-supported placement that closely reflects what it is like to work as a full-time BlackRock analyst. The programme is designed to combine real responsibility with learning, exposure to the firm, and opportunities to build professional connections.

What the internship includes

• The programme starts with an orientation that introduces interns to the firm and includes insights from several senior leaders.
• After orientation, interns move into their teams and receive practical training on the job.
• Interns are expected to take on everyday responsibilities and make contributions to their teams throughout the summer.
• The experience also includes a speaker series, mentoring, and a range of networking opportunities.
• Participants can also join activities connected to BlackRock employee networks.
• Those who enjoy the internship are encouraged to look at the Full-Time Analyst Programme as a possible next step after the internship.

Who can apply

• Applicants should be in the penultimate year of study and due to graduate in 2028.
• This applies to students on either undergraduate or master’s degree programmes.
• Students from any degree background are welcome.
• For roles based in Continental Europe, candidates must have fluency in the relevant local language.
• For Budapest, English is the only language requirement.
• For positions in Private Markets Investing in Zurich, English is also sufficient.

Application rules and process

• Candidates may apply to only one programme in this recruitment cycle, for example the Summer Internship Programme or the Quantitative Master’s Internship Programme.
• Within that chosen programme, applicants may select up to two functions.
• Both selected opportunities must be submitted through the same programme application.
• If an application is withdrawn, the candidate cannot submit another application to this programme during the same year.
• After submitting an application, candidates receive an email inviting them to complete a pre-interview assessment.
• The assessment must be completed within five days of receipt, otherwise the application will be withdrawn automatically.
• Applications are assessed on a rolling basis, so early application is recommended.
• Application deadlines vary by location, including London, Edinburgh, Paris, and Zurich on 30 September 2026; Milan and Amsterdam on 30 October 2026; Frankfurt, Munich, and Copenhagen on 13 November 2026; and Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Kuwait, and Riyadh on 31 January 2027.

Locations and programme context

• The programme is offered across the EMEA region.
• Listed countries include Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom.
• Listed cities include Amsterdam, Belgrade, Brussels, Budapest, Copenhagen, Dubai, Edinburgh, Frankfurt, London, Milan, Paris, Riyadh, Stockholm, and Zurich.

Pay, equality, and support

• For locations and business areas covered by the EU Pay Transparency Directive, salary ranges are available in the EMEA 2027 Internship Salary Ranges document.
• BlackRock says it is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to fair treatment in hiring and employment.
• The company also states that it is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on protected characteristics under applicable law.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the hiring process.
• To request an accommodation, candidates should email [email protected] with the nature of the request and their contact details.

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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