Morgan Stanley
2026 Technology Industrial Placement Programme
2nd Year, 3rd Year
23 Nov 2025
Software Engineering
Overview
The Technology Industrial Placement Program provides a real-world, project-based experience in a top financial firm. Interns gain hands-on experience in areas like software development lifecycle, building applications, and managing cutting-edge infrastructure. High-performing interns may receive an offer for Morgan Stanley's full-time Technology Training Program.
With a strong presence in both the US and international markets, the firm advises clients on mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, debt and equity financing, and strategic investments. Its institutional arm is active in trading, research, and capital markets, while its wealth management division, bolstered by the acquisition of E*TRADE, serves millions of clients globally.
Assessment: Cut-e
Opens: 31 Aug 2025; Closes: 23 Nov 2025; Opened last year: 04 Sep 2024
The programme is a 12-month internship taking place in Glasgow. It involves two 6-month placements in either Application Development or Enterprise Engineering teams.
Industrial Placement interns who excel on the program may receive an offer to join the Full-time Technology Training Program, indicating that the placement itself is paid, though no specific amount is mentioned.
Applicants should be penultimate-year Bachelor's or Master's students in Computer Science or another STEM degree. A strong understanding of Operating Systems and familiarity with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, or C++) are required, along with strong problem-solving skills and a passion for technology.
CV required: Yes; Cover letter: Yes; Written answers: No
This programme offers valuable, project-based experience in a leading global financial services firm, allowing students to apply academic knowledge in a real-world setting. Successful completion can lead to a full-time offer, providing a strong start to a career in financial technology.
Heads up
Dates can shift each year. Always confirm the live deadline on the provider's own page before you apply.