Your Opportunity as a Spring Insight Participant

The Spring Insight Programme is designed for first-year students of a three-year degree course, or second-year students of a four-year course who are considering a career in banking. The Programme gives you an opportunity to learn more about the investment banking industry and a chance to experience the unique culture of Morgan Stanley. It will give you exposure to all revenue-generating and infrastructure areas of the firm allowing you to make a better-informed decision about what areas to pursue for future internships and graduate positions. It will also provide the opportunity to develop skills and build networks throughout the comprehensive week-long programme.

The Spring Insight Programme
How the programme works and the day-to-day experience you can expect

The week-long Spring Insight Programme will give you an overview of all recruiting divisions, including Investment Banking, Sales & Trading, Research, Private Wealth Management, Investment Management, Credit Risk Management, Finance and Operations. There is a mix of lecture-based sessions, games, and case studies, all designed to give you a broad understanding of each division.

You will have a chance to play our exciting “Trading Game” and hugely popular “Portfolio in Peril,” which are not only a lot of fun but a great way to learn about the activities in our Sales & Trading and Investment Management divisions.

Throughout the week, there is also a focus on developing the skills necessary for a career in investment banking, giving you the opportunity to hone communication, presentation, team-working, application-making and interview skills. In addition, there are numerous opportunities to meet and network with Morgan Stanley employees, at all levels, from across the firm.

While this is not a paid internship, your expenses will be covered.

Is the Spring Insight Programme Right for You?
A checklist to help you decide if you have the skills and temperament for this area

• You have a keen interest in the investment banking industry and a hunger to learn from professionals who are the best in their field.
• You are a motivated high-achiever in both university and extra-curricular activities.
• You have demonstrated leadership abilities.
• You are a team player with excellent communication skills.

Requirements

A minimum 320 UCAS points is required for students in the United Kingdom and an equivalent standard for students from outside the U.K.

You must be an undergraduate in your first year of a three-year degree course or your second year of a four-year course.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of two stages, including a telephone interview and an assessment centre. At the assessment centre, candidates can expect to be assessed in a number of exercises comprising a numerical reasoning test, a presentation exercise and interviews with professionals from across the firm.

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted from early September 2008 and will be reviewed as they are received so we encourage candidates to apply early.

To submit your application, please apply online via our website.

Deadlines

The deadline for applying for the Spring Insight Programme is December 31, 2008.

Programme Dates

Dates for our 2009 programme are yet to be set, however the programme usually takes place in either late March or early April of each year.