2025 Off-cycle Internship – IB Unified Global Markets Risk COO chez UBS Group AG

Are you passionate about non-financial risk and keen to understand how the IB and particularly Unified Global Markets (UGM) manages it? Would you enjoy working in a dynamic environment and taking ownership for your own task portfolio with stringent deadlines?

We're looking for ambitious students to join our 2025 Off-cycle Internship Program within our IB COO team.

You’ll get to:
• learn to perform Key Procedural Controls and oversee, and monitor the delivery of the front to back control environment by championing best practice for controls design and operating effectiveness
• prepare concise, transparent, and meaningful risk reporting to management
• gain an understanding of the operational risk landscape of the IB UGM teams and advise and provide valuable guidance and support to the business in implementing sustainable and timely remediation strategies
• join forces with the global IB BRM and IB UGM COO teams, collaborating on a range of day-to-day tasks

Opfikon

Switzerland - Zürich

Investment Banking, Risk

At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We’re dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That’s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves.

We’re committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.

UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.

You’ll be working in the IB UGM COO team in Opfikon near Zurich. As part of the IB's first line of defense, our team plays a crucial role in supporting UGM within IB Global Markets by effectively managing operational risks. Our mission involves establishing and upholding an operational risk framework to oversee the UGM risk landscape. The team consistently assess and manage all areas of risk, identify and prioritize gaps, and provide a basis for evidencing effective and compliant principles and practices. Collaboration is key, and you will have the opportunity to work closely with global colleagues from IB BRM, COO, and the Business to ensure that best practices are being shared around the regions/globe, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

We’re looking for a candidate who:
• completed a minimum of 4 semesters towards a bachelor's degree, with graduation no more than six months ago (bachelor's or master's degree)
• possesses proficiency in English language, both in written and oral communication
• demonstrates an interest in thriving in a fast-paced international work environment as a collaborative team member
• possesses strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• exhibits excellent communication skills and is adept at engaging with colleagues across all organizational levels
• displays an autonomous, diligent, and detail-oriented work approach to ensure high-quality outcomes
• demonstrates sound judgment when handling sensitive and confidential information

Start Date: July or August 2025

We’re looking for someone who’s curious and wants to thrive in a business that never stops moving. We welcome all majors, but it’s important to have an interest in the financial industry. We want to see what makes you unique and discover what you can bring to our team. Perhaps you’ve organized a fundraising event or taken part in team sports? Or stepped out of your comfort zone to learn about a subject you found challenging? Let us know how your achievements match the skills we’re after.

UBS is the world’s largest and only truly global wealth manager. We operate through four business divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal & Corporate Banking, Asset Management and the Investment Bank. Our global reach and the breadth of our expertise set us apart from our competitors.

With our large and diverse team operating internationally, we have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries. Although we all come from different backgrounds and specializations, two things unite us: the conviction that we’re stronger together, and the will and curiosity to constantly improve.

This paid internship will last 6 months. You’ll work with our experts and learn about the industry, our clients and our firm. You’ll be right at the heart of our business, learning from your colleagues, taking part in day-to-day operations. You'll be given mentors along the way and will have the chance to get to know some of the most senior members of our teams.

You’ll have plenty of opportunities to develop new skills and make contacts along the way. If you like challenges, enjoy learning and want to work where no two days are the same, this program is for you.
If you have a successful internship, you may get an offer to return for our Graduate Talent Program after you've completed your studies.