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Program Analyst roles sit at the intersection of data, policy, and operations, making them a strong CPT fit for students in public administration, business analytics, or information systems programs. Your DSO must confirm the position is an integral part of your curriculum before you can start, so bring a detailed job description to that authorization meeting.
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INTRODUCTION
Join us on an Off-Cycle Internship for 3-6 months. Immerse yourself in our work and culture and gain invaluable insights into life as a Full-time Analyst with this longer internship.
Why the Sales, Trading and Structuring Off-Cycle Intern Programme?
Our Sales and Trading team works in a fast-paced, dynamic and exciting environment, quickly processing information and anticipating market trends to help clients make their next move. Sound like the place for you? Find out when you join us as an Off-Cycle Analyst.
The chance to make an impact
As an Off-Cycle Analyst, you’ll be surprised by what you can achieve. Your internship starts with intensive training that gives you an essential platform for gaining skills and knowledge. Then you’ll head to your desk, where you’ll get to grips with the intricacies of the global markets and follow a structured programme that includes project-based work. Through our off-cycle programme, you will have the chance to have more in-depth exposure to projects, compared to our summer internships; thus, expanding your overall knowledge and skill in this role.
Through your desk assignments, you’ll develop a solid understanding of the global markets, building your communication, quantitative and analytical skills. You may:
- Research industries or products, reporting summary information to your team
- Monitor markets and help formulate trade ideas
- Perform various analyses on fundamental and technical data
- Attend client meetings or calls with traders, salespeople and research colleagues.
Markets at Barclays
Markets is the financial barometer of world events at Barclays. So every day is different and it’s a challenging, fascinating place to build a career.
We help institutional investors to identify market opportunities, manage risk and generate returns for their portfolios.
Our teams provide market insights, execution services and tailored risk management and financing solutions to our clients; we help them protect their capital and make the most of their assets.
As one of the largest investment banks in the world, we offer a full range of products and services across every type of investment market.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
To be considered for this programme, you must be in your penultimate or final year of your degree, in any discipline.
Language requirements: fluent in English and German, desirable in French, Italian, Spanish.
Ideally, you’ll have a keen interest in business or finance with a curiosity to learn. We value resourcefulness, teamwork, enthusiasm and an entrepreneurial spirit, all of which might be showcased through your involvement in extracurricular activities.
WORKING IN FRANKFURT
Our new Frankfurt office is based in the heart of the new business district in the Taunus Turm. It boasts modern, collaborative workspaces and offers a gym, several different food outlets close by and direct access to a large park.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
To participate in the day-to-day activities of the markets division providing insights and expertise that help senior colleagues make informed decisions, develop new products and services, and identify new market opportunities.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Execution of small research projects, research to support strategic decision making, preparation of presentations and reports to communicate research findings, collaboration with senior management to implement research findings for the global markets division.
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives.
- Participation in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Identification of opportunities, development of business cases, management of the deployment and launch of new products and services for the global markets division.
- Management of client relationships and provision of customer service support to clients and customers, under steadily decreasing supervision, responding to questions about products and services, processing of transactions.
- Management of the development and implementation of financial models and strategies that support in decision making in the global markets division.
- Training and mentoring of junior colleagues.
ANALYST EXPECTATIONS
- To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement.
- Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise.
- Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise.
- They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.
- If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others.
- OR for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.
- Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
- Partner with other functions and business areas.
- Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.
- Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately.
- Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
- Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.
- Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.
- Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisation’s products, services and processes within the function.
- Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
- Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.
- Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.
- Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.
- Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.
All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.
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Get Access To All JobsProgram Analyst CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Program Analyst role qualify for CPT?
It depends on your program of study, not the job title. Your DSO determines whether the work is an integral part of your curriculum. Program Analyst positions in business analytics, public policy, information systems, or operations management programs typically qualify, but you'll need to provide a detailed job description showing the duties align with your coursework.
Can I do CPT part-time as a Program Analyst while taking classes?
Yes. CPT can be authorized as part-time (under 20 hours per week) while you remain enrolled full-time. Part-time CPT doesn't affect your OPT eligibility regardless of how long you use it. Full-time CPT (20 or more hours per week) used for 12 or more months eliminates OPT eligibility, so plan your timeline carefully with your DSO.
What documents do I need to start a CPT Program Analyst job?
You need a CPT-authorized I-20 from your DSO before your start date. The authorization entry on your I-20 must name the specific employer and list the correct start and end dates. Your employer also completes I-9 verification on day one. Some federal contractors additionally require a background check clearance, which can add two to four weeks to your onboarding timeline.
How do I find Program Analyst roles open to CPT students?
Search Migrate Mate for Program Analyst positions filtered by employers with Labor Condition Application filing history. LCA filings signal that an employer understands work authorization requirements and has sponsored international employees before, which substantially reduces the risk of losing an offer because HR wasn't familiar with CPT.
Can my CPT Program Analyst role convert into H-1B sponsorship?
CPT itself doesn't create any sponsorship obligation, but strong performance in a CPT role is one of the most direct paths to a return offer and eventual H-1B visa filing. Program Analyst is a specialty occupation under USCIS guidance when the role requires a degree in a specific analytical or technical field, which means it's an eligible H-1B visa position once you graduate and transition to OPT.