2027 Summer Technology Internship Programme in London

About Man Group

Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via our Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and advanced technology, our single and multi-manager investment strategies are underpinned by deep research and span public and private markets, across all major asset classes, with a significant focus on alternatives. Man Group takes a partnership approach to working with clients, establishing deep connections and creating tailored solutions to meet their investment goals and those of the millions of retirees and savers they represent. Headquartered in London, we manage $253.6 billion and operate across multiple offices globally.

At Man Group, technology and data are at the heart of everything we do, creating a dynamic environment where innovation meets investment management. We actively engage with the technology community by hosting and sponsoring events, speaking at industry conferences and open-sourcing technology.

About the Programme

Our Technology Internship programme invites you to spend 3, 4 or 6 months (depending on individual circumstance) fully embedded in one of our teams, tackling impactful projects that drive technological advancement and deliver meaningful business impact. You'll receive formal training and comprehensive support from a dedicated buddy and mentor who will guide your development and help you navigate the organisation. We also host knowledge sharing sessions and intern-specific events to help you build a broader understanding of Man Group and the wider financial services industry.

Your projects will span cutting-edge technology domains such as software development, DevOps and data engineering, with the opportunity to enhance our quantitative investment platform, integrate new datasets, extend our execution and order management systems, and contribute to our core technology platform. You will build a deep understanding of our business and the financial markets by working closely with teams across Portfolio Management, Trading, Risk, Responsible Investment, Operations and more, and you'll have the chance to present your project to senior management.

Candidates who demonstrate strong performance may be offered a full-time position on our Technology Foundation Programme, our graduate scheme for launching exceptional technology careers at Man Group.

Who are we looking for?

Join us as an intern and you'll be part of a team that builds and runs the platform powering Man's hedge funds.

Requirements:

• Experience working with any of the following programming or scripting languages: Python, Java, C#.Net or C++ or demonstrable understanding of how an enterprise infrastructure functions.
• A genuine passion for technology - please include links to relevant work such as Github repositories, previous internships or Hackathon projects on your application.
• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Physics or a related technical discipline (desired but not necessary). If you are excited about the role and can pass our tech test, we encourage you to apply.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional troubleshooting skills.
• Candidates should be in the penultimate year of their master’s or bachelor’s degree.

Application Process

Application Window: 16th September– 30th October 2026

CV Screen: We'll review your application and contact you by email to confirm whether you're progressing to the next stage. Due to high application volumes, there may be a short wait, but we'll respond as soon as possible.

Online Test: Technical homework assignment that should take no longer than one hour.

Technical Interview: One-hour technical interview with an engineer from the team to assess your coding skills.

Final Interview: 30 minutes with one of our technology managers to assess your suitability for the programme, either at our office in London or via video call.

Note: We take your technical interests and preferences into consideration when determining which team you will intern in.

Programme Date: 21st June 2027 –10th September 2027 (3 months)

Inclusion, Work-Life Balance and Benefits at Man Group

You'll thrive in our working environment that champions equality of opportunity. Your unique perspective will contribute to our success, joining a workplace where inclusion is fundamental and deeply embedded in our culture and values. Through our external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes, you'll find opportunities to grow, develop your talents, and help foster an inclusive environment for all across our firm and industry.

You'll have opportunities to make a difference through our charitable and global initiatives, while advancing your career through professional development, and with flexible working arrangements available too. Like all our people, you'll receive two annual 'Mankind' days of paid leave for community volunteering. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private medical coverage, discounted gym membership options and pet insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Man Group provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and all employees without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, age or any other legally protected category or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Man Group is a Disability Confident Committed employer; if you require help or information on reasonable adjustments as you apply for roles with us, please contact TalentAcquisition@man.com.