2027 Private Credit Investment Summer Internship Programme - London

Please note you can only make one application per recruitment year; duplicate profiles will not be reviewed. 

Recruitment Timelines

Start Date: We are looking for a June 2027 start. You will be based in our London office. 

Deadline: Applications for this opportunity will close on 29 November 2026; as we will recruit for this program on a rolling basis there may be a delay in screening and online testing, however we will endeavor to get back to all applicants on the outcome of their application in a timely manner.

About Jefferies:

Jefferies is a leading global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm that provides advisory, sales and trading, research, and wealth and asset management services. With more than 40 offices around the world, we offer insights and expertise to investors, companies, and governments.

Jefferies Finance LLC

Jefferies Finance LLC (‘JFIN’) was founded in 2004 as a 50/50 joint venture between Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (“MassMutual”), a global, diversified life insurance and financial services organization, and Jefferies, a leader in global investment banking.   JFIN has two primary lines of business:

• Loan Underwriting and Arrangement:  JFIN underwrites and arranges leveraged loans for Private Equity sponsors and their portfolio companies globally

• Private Credit Investment Management:  Through Jefferies Credit Partners (“JCP”), JFIN is a leading direct lender, managing portfolios of senior debt investments made primarily to Private Equity Sponsor owned companies.  Investments are managed across multiple private credit funds, SMAs, and CLOs. 

What you can expect

Following an enriching orientation and training program, Summer Interns will begin working on their day- to-day responsibilities, with support from colleagues serving as both instructors and mentors throughout the 10-week engagement. Jefferies’ collaborative program also offers a series of social and informative events to further enhance your professional development and grow your network. As a way to help enhance your experience with us, Interns will receive formal performance reviews.

Summer Interns are challenged to think creatively, offer their input, and contribute to the team from day one. As with everyone at Jefferies, Summer Interns are expected to pursue their projects with excellence, a collaborative spirit, and with the highest levels of integrity.

JFIN Summer Analysts will gain exposure to private credit underwriting, origination, and business development

What we look for in a candidate

• Ability to multi-task and manage a variety of projects simultaneously
• Adaptability – both as part of a team and independently
• Teamwork oriented with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
• Strong technical, written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Fluency in French, German, Dutch or a Nordic language is an advantage

You should have a strong academic background and be in your penultimate year of study, with an anticipated graduation date of Spring/Summer 2028. Although a background in accounting or finance can be helpful, we hire Summer Interns who have studied a variety of degree disciplines.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodations

At Jefferies, we are committed to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences and supports a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. As a result, we are able to pool our collective insights and intelligence to provide fresh and innovative thinking for our clients.

Jefferies is committed to creating and sustaining a workforce that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, pregnancy, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, domestic partner status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. As part of this commitment, Jefferies will extend reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, as required by applicable law.