Deadline: 2 October 2010
This program is for undergraduate students studying in Ghana and Nigeria. To be eligible, you must expect to graduate in 2012 (typically this would mean that you would currently be in the first year of a three-year course or the second year of a four-year course). Program attendees will be flown to London in April 2010 to spend up to 10 days in our offices, gaining an insight into our businesses and culture. The program features seminars, divisional rotations, interesting assignments and a range of social events. High-potential participants may be invited back to the firm the following year for an 8-10 week fully funded internship in July/August 2011 (with the opportunity to receive a full-time Analyst offer for 2012).
About Goldman Sachs
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm that provides a wide range of financial services to a substantial and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments and high-net-worth individuals. Founded in 1869, the firm is headquartered in New York and maintains offices in London, Frankfurt, Tokyo, Hong Kong and other major financial centers around the world.
Spring Programme
Whether you have thought about a career in the Investment Banking industry or not, the Spring Programme is a great opportunity for you to understand more about what we do, be challenged in this dynamic, diverse and creative environment and explore future Internship and New Analyst opportunities.
You can apply to do a Spring Programme in seven of our divisions: Finance, Investment Banking, Investment Management, Operations, Securities, Global Investment Research and Technology. The length of the programme varies from between one week and ten days and will be held in London during April 2011 (Easter break). All the programmes feature seminars, presentations, group assignments and a range of social networking events.
What We Look For
We are looking for individuals who can balance competition and teamwork, intensity and integrity, intellectual curiosity and leadership potential with a passion for excellence. Academic discipline is less important than the personal qualities an individual brings with them, however a strong interest in and appreciation of finance is important. Whatever your background, it is intellect, personality and zest for life that the firm values the most.
Goldman Sachs’ ability to meet challenges and ensure the firm’s success in the future depends on attracting and retaining the highest quality people and the firm makes an unusual effort to identify the best person for every job. We evaluate candidates on six core measures – achievement, leadership, commercial focus, analytical thinking, teamwork and the ability to make an impact. The firm expects commitment, enthusiasm and drive from its employees but in return, offers unparalleled exposure, early responsibility, significant rewards and unlimited career opportunities.
Our Spring Programme is ideally suited to first year students on a three year course, second year students on a four year course and third year students on a five year course. We would also welcome those of you in your final year of study.
Please visit our website at www.gs.com/careers to complete an online application selecting ‘Spring Programme’ and the division of your preference. You will be asked to upload your CV and to complete a motivation letter. In your motivation letter you should explain why you would like the opportunity to work at Goldman Sachs and why you are interested in joining our Spring Programme. Please also reference which division you are interested in and the reasons for your particular choice.
Spring Programme application deadline: 2 October 2010.