Portfolio Construction & Implementation Internship

Location: London

Details: 4 days per week paid internship over 6-8 weeks during Summer 2026

About Netwealth

Netwealth is a London-based modern wealth management company that provides a tailored and cost-effective discretionary portfolio management service. Founded in early 2016, Netwealth combines a highly experienced investment team with powerful financial technology.

Clients can choose their investment portfolios online based on their financial goals, supported by a set of powerful financial tools, or speak with qualified financial advisers to consider their circumstances and objectives. All portfolios are managed on a consistent, centralised basis by the investment team.

The Internship

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Portfolio Construction and Implementation Internship Program. This role will suit individuals who are intellectually curious and eager to gain hands on experience in a modern, technology enabled investment firm.

The program is designed to offer the unique opportunity to gain exposure within the portfolio management team and across the broader business, whilst receiving extensive on the job training that would be beneficial for a future career within wealth and investment management.

The successful candidate will be tasked with delivering a project that brings tangible benefit to the business, which they will be expected to present to the Netwealth Investment Committee in the final week of the program.

Throughout the internship, you will also be supported to build technical knowledge and a deeper understanding of how portfolios are constructed and managed.

What you'll be doing

• Assist portfolio managers with the day to day management of investment portfolios, understanding the key drivers of financial markets.


• Support the team in selecting appropriate financial instruments for portfolio inclusion and ensure all instrument related data is up to date.


• Monitor portfolio drift and assist in rebalancing portfolios to maintain target allocations.


• Ensure portfolios remain aligned with investment objectives and within risk parameters.


• Support the execution of portfolio trades in a timely and efficient manner.


• Attend investment team meetings to gain insight into the key drivers of returns


• Ensure that all clients are treated fairly.


• At all times align with Netwealth's Core Values.


• Gain an understanding of Netwealth's investment philosophy, risk framework and asset allocation process.


• Develop technical skills working directly with the team's portfolio tools.

Who should apply

• Are in their penultimate year, final year, or have recently completed a university degree


• Are studying for a university degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field


• Have a strong academic background


• Are intellectually curious and eager to learn about markets and investing


• Are motivated to gain hands on experience in a professional investment environment

Skills and experience

Helpful (but not absolute requirements):

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills


• High levels of attention to detail and strong organisational skills


• A strong sense of ethics, sound judgement, and a business oriented approach to problem solving


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced, team based environment


• Intermediate level skills in Microsoft Excel


• Demonstrated curiosity about markets and investing


• A proactive approach to learning and problem solving


• Demonstrated interest in AI models, tools and agents, and their application in investment and business contexts


• Knowledge of financial markets, instruments, trading, and portfolio management practices

What you'll learn

During the internship, you'll gain practical experience in:

• How discretionary investment portfolios are constructed, implemented, and managed


• The operation of a centralised portfolio management function


• Netwealth's investment philosophy, risk framework, and asset allocation approach


• The role of technology and tools in supporting portfolio management


• Working within a professional investment team and presenting work to senior stakeholders

The Team

You'll be joining a collaborative and experienced portfolio management team responsible for constructing and managing client portfolios across the business. The team values curiosity, integrity, and rigorous thinking, and is committed to developing talented individuals who are keen to learn.