Internship
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- 9-week paid summer internship in Investment Consulting across regional UK locations.
- Gain experience in advising clients on pension schemes and wealth management.
- Requires a 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in any subject.
- Application closing date: 7th December 2026.
- Potential pathway to graduate programmes and professional qualifications.
About the Role
Investment Consulting Summer Internship Programme 2027
Duration: 9 weeks (21st June 2027 - 20th August 2027)
Application closing date: 7th December 2026 (may close earlier)
Join Aon as an Investment Consulting summer intern and gain hands-on experience advising clients on pension schemes and wealth management. You will be part of an elite team, contributing to investment strategies, manager selection, and asset management.
Your Role
- Work within either the Defined Benefit (DB) or Defined Contribution (DC) Client Group.
- Provide investment servicing and advice covering markets and strategic considerations.
- Gain experience with a wide range of investments and adapt them to economic conditions.
- Learn about pension scheme liabilities, DC pension vehicles, regulatory rules, and investment theory.
What your day could look like:
- Setting investment strategies and selecting investment managers.
- Supporting consultants on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) aspects.
- Working with pension scheme trustees to implement long-term strategies.
Your Development
- Enrollment in an award-winning development programme over 9 weeks.
- Activities include induction, technical and business training, and networking.
- Participate in a business-focused project, researching and presenting solutions to a real business challenge.
- Receive regular feedback and support from your line manager.
- Develop skills in data analysis, research, process improvement, client relationship management, and communication.
- Potential to build deeper consulting and analytical expertise.
Career Progression
- This internship is a potential first step towards a long-term career at Aon.
- Performance may lead to an offer for the graduate programme the following year.
- Support for professional qualifications, including a Level 4 Diploma in Insurance from the CII, IMC, and potentially CFA or IFoA qualifications.
Entry Requirements
- On track to achieve a 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in any subject.
- Must be able to demonstrate the right to work in the UK.
What we are looking for:
- Motivation and ambition: Desire to pursue a career in Investment Consulting.
- Passion and curiosity: Interest in the investment consulting industry and its connection to the global economy.
- Commercial and strategic awareness: Ability to link work to client outcomes and understand wider objectives.
- Data, analysis and sound judgement: Interest in using data and digital tools, with critical thinking skills.
- Clear, client-focused communication: Ability to ask questions, listen, and explain complex ideas simply.
- Initiative, ownership and collaboration: Dependable approach, accountability, and effective teamwork.
- Digital curiosity and adaptability: Interest in emerging technologies and digital tools.
- Growth mindset and inclusive outlook: Desire for continuous development and respect for diverse perspectives.
Locations
- Available in Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, or Leeds.
- Interns will spend 9 weeks in the Aon office or with clients.
Recruitment Process
- Application Review: Rolling basis, reviewed by a team member.
- Online Assessment: 5 days to complete.
- Video Interview: 10 days to record and submit.
- Assessment Centres: In-person, held from November to May (with a pause over Christmas). Reasonable travel costs reimbursed.