Finance internships 2025

To help give you an idea of how much finance internships pay, according to Glassdoor , the average finance intern salary is £24,000. But we’d take figures like this with a pinch of salt. Online salary averages vary and are usually calculated using data collected from users and government data. Pay will also largely depend on things like the company, role, and location.

If you’re interested in a finance internship, here are some steps to boost your chances of being successful:

• Make sure your CV highlights your skills, qualifications and any relevant experience
• Research the company thoroughly ahead of the interview process
• Practice common accounting internship interview questions
• Head to targetjobs events to network with recruiters and potentially land an internship
• Make sure to apply as early as possible

Check out our advice guides for application tips and advice and make your profile stand out by trying our free online learning tools – Pathways and GradSims.

Not all internships require a cover letter, but if the one you’re applying for asks you to submit one, then here are some tips for things to include.

An opening paragraph: note which job you’re applying for, where you saw the advert and why you’re applying.

Why they should choose you: tell the employer why you’re suited to the role, including your skills, qualifications, achievements and experience.

Why you’re interested in the job and organisation: what made you apply and why do you want to work there?

A closing paragraph: Reaffirm your suitability for the role and your enthusiasm about working with the employer. State that you look forward to hearing from them and are happy to provide any further information they need.

See our covering letter tips guide for more.

Once you’ve written it, make sure to double-check for any grammatical errors before you submit it.

What you’d be doing in a finance internship is dependent on the employer, however, you could expect to carry out tasks like:

• assisting with research and data entry
• taking notes during meetings
• preparing financial documents

You may also shadow senior members while they work. Learn more about working in finance on our dedicated hub .

You can find finance internships from top firms like BlackRock and J.P Morgan here on targetjobs , so if you haven’t already, sign up!

Also, head to our events to meet employers – they may be actively recruiting!