Technology Analyst Discovery Programme

Technology Analyst Discovery Programme 2026 Northampton

Barclays Northampton, England, United Kingdom

Dates: April 15th and 16th 2026

Open to all students, the Discovery Programme is a virtual opportunity to learn about the career paths at Barclays and be considered for our 2027 internship. We want to help you learn about the opportunities we offer and encourage you to picture yourself in the world of financial services.

• Join seminars and workshops where you’ll learn about financial services, Technology as a business area, the recruitment process and Barclays as an employer.
• Participate in specific breakout sessions within Technology, where you'll gain insights on what you can expect from the Summer Internship in 2027.
• Build your understanding of the assessment process and next steps.
• Connect with people from across our business, including current graduates who have already made the journey that you are starting out on.
• Attend dedicated networking sessions with senior leaders and graduates aligned to your chosen business area.

At Barclays, every aspect of our business relies on technology. It helps us keep transactions moving, manage critical data, support and protect 48 million customers and clients worldwide, and drives our digital infrastructure. As part of Technology, you’ll join a world where your work delivers tangible outcomes for all kinds of people and organisations every day. We’re shaping the future of financial technology by creating a culture where tech people can make their voices heard and do their best work.

You’ll build your career in an environment where we’re advancing machine learning, leveraging blockchains, and harnessing Fin Tech.

• You must be 2 years out from graduation and can be studying any degree discipline.
• Beyond that, you should be curious to understand how a global bank adapts in a constantly evolving environment.

Barclays does not provide sponsorship to attend the 2‑day insight programme. Following the programme, if you are successful in securing a 2027 Summer Internship, Barclays will apply for a skilled worker visa. Any offer made will be conditional upon meeting the Home Office eligibility requirements for a skilled worker visa.

Whilst the Discovery Programme is virtual, if you secure a place on our 2027 internship programme, you will be based in Northampton. Northampton is a key strategic hub, home to a community of over 3,000 talented people, and is ideal for a broad career path.

To participate in the day-to-day operations of the technology function, working across a range of technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues.

• Participation in design and innovation of products using the newest technologies.
• Cross‑functional collaboration with the business to understand their needs and convey them to the broader development team, ensuring seamless integration and alignment with business objectives.
• Development of change and innovative solutions.
• Collaboration with peers and promotion of a culture of knowledge sharing.

• Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard, consistently driving continuous improvement.
• Require in-depth technical knowledge and experience in assigned area of expertise.
• Thorough understanding of underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise.
• Lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.
• Demonstrate leadership behaviours (Listen, Energise, Align, Develop) to create an environment for colleagues to thrive.
• Or, for an individual contributor, develop technical expertise and act as an advisor where appropriate.
• 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.
• Embed new policies/procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
• Advise and influence decision‑making within own area of expertise.
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