Welcome to the Entrepreneurs in Action
Investment Management Summer Insight Program
This program is supported by Morgan Stanley Investment Management. EiA has developed an online investment management insight program for Black UK undergraduates and postgraduates to support them in achieving their career goals within the investment management industry.
About the program
The Entrepreneurs in Action Investment Management Insight Program is an opportunity for UK Black students with prior work experience and a passion for investment or asset management.
This online program provides participants with an insight into what it is really like to work for a global financial services firm and the opportunity to develop skills which are not taught in the classroom or lecture theatre.
Candidates will participate in an immersive Classroom to Boardroom program which will help them build a network with like-minded fellow students from different universities.
The program is full-time, hosted virtually from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm
Monday 13th July - Friday 17th July 2026. Attendance is required each day. There are 20 places available.
Before you apply, please be sure you meet the eligibility requirements and, can commit to the program dates and times.
Phase 1: Now
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Check you meet the program's eligibility requirements.
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UK-based Black Undergraduate/Postgraduate graduating in 2026
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UK-based Black Graduate who graduated in 2025
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With prior work experience and a passion for investment management or asset management
Phase 2: Now - Mon 22nd June
- Submit your CV and cover letter and complete the online assessments using the links provided
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Shortlisted applicants will be invited to undertake a HireVue video interview
Phase 3: Mon 13th July - Fri 17th July, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm
Five-day intensive online program with a final- day presentation.
Following insight-week program, you will have the opportunity to secure further support from an investment management professional. This will aid you further in your personal and professional development, as well as your readiness to apply for investment management roles.
Qualifications / Skills / Requirements
We are looking for motivated Black British students and Black international students studying in the UK, in their final year of university, as well as 2025 Black graduates interested in pursuing a career in investment or asset management. (Graduate between July 2025 and July 2026).
When registering for the program, please share what specifically motivated you to apply.
You should demonstrate a passion for investment or asset management by providing examples of relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.
These can be gained through employment, internships, placements, clubs, societies, individual projects, or actual and simulated investment exposure.
We also welcome examples from other areas of your professional or personal life where you have developed interpersonal, problem-solving, organisational, analytical, presentation, sales, communication, and technical or digital capabilities.
Please describe the impact that applying these skills had on both you and others. Aso tell us about specific areas where you think the program will enable you to grow and develop professionally and personally in relation to pursuing a career in investment or asset management.
Application process
Check you meet the eligibility criteria. Register to take part in the program using either of the green buttons towards the top and bottom of this site.
After registering you will be given details about when, where, and how to submit your CV and cover letter as part of the follow on application process.
Your CV must clearly state your graduation date. Your cover letter should include details about why you are interested in joining this insight program including examples of relevant experience.
You will then be provided with details on how to complete the required online assessments.
The assessments are a combination of numerical reasoning, verbal reasoning, logical reasoning tests, and accuracy. You will be provided with practise tests to familiarise yourself with the format and content of these before you start the real ones. Practise makes perfect!
On completion of these online assessments you will be automatically provided with a pdf feedback report.
Complete the assessments before the deadline 23.59 BST on Monday 22nd June. Applying early will give you the necessary time to complete all the stages of the application process.
You will be notified by email as to whether or not you have one of the 20 places on the program on Monday 01st July 2026
Insight Week program in detail
Applicants will be supported throughout the process. The Entrepreneurs in Action coaching team will be on hand during phases one to three, with additional external support being provided during the assessment and application process.
You are encouraged to also utilise support from your university's careers/alumni team.
The support you receive is focused on improving your knowledge of the investment management industry, as well as building your confidence, to assist you in making the best possible application for roles in this area.
Applicants that do not progress onto phase three and wish to pursue roles within investment management, are welcome to seek guidance from EiA.
The support available will help you prepare for a role in investment management.
If you have any questions regarding your registration, please contact opportunities@theeia.com.
Undergraduate and graduate opportunities
The EiA program will support candidates to apply to Morgan Stanley Investment Management off-cycle programs.
Off-cycle Internship Program
Six to twelve month program with flexible start dates from Jan 2027, subject to the team requirement.
Available to students who graduated from university by 2026 and 2025 graduates.
Recruitment takes place throughout the year.
Please note this process is only for you to apply for the Entrepreneurs in Action Investment Management Summer Insight Program.
Direct applications for other opportunities can be made here.
FAQs:
I am studying in the UK as an international student. Can I apply if I require work authorisation?
As the Summer Insight Program is virtual, you do not need work authorisation in the UK to apply, however, should you wish to apply to an opportunity with the bank and you require a work permit, this is something they can organise on your behalf.
Can I take part in the Insight Week if I am only available for part of the time?
No, as the Insight Week is full time. You can still access support from EiA in applying for roles with Morgan Stanley Investment Management.
Do I need to take the assessments if I have taken them before?
Tell us when this was so it can be checked as to whether you need to do this again or not.
How can I partake in the internship recruiting process if I am studying abroad?
If you are studying abroad and the recruiting process for the division that you are interested in will be taking place while you are away, tell us that you will be abroad and during which periods of the academic calendar year.
If you are studying abroad during the fall semester, then you will be able to participate in the regular internship recruiting process in the spring.
If I don't meet the Insight Week eligibility criteria, can I still apply for other opportunities?
Should this be the case, please contact EiA for further assistance at opportunities@theeia.com.
Program background - Why apply?
""I am very excited that such a prestigious organisation has chosen to offer and support this exciting opportunity for Black undergraduates and graduates to learn more about opportunities in the investment management industry. Whether or not you are offered a role, participating in the program will give you invaluable insight into the investment management industry and I guarantee you will develop skills which will assist you in achieving your early career goals.
I believe this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to begin your career with one of the biggest and most respected names in the investment management industry."
Derek Browne CEO Entrepreneurs in Action
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"The advice, encouragement, and lessons that I was able to receive were invaluable. I definitely learnt things that I will carry for the rest of my life."
"I really valued being able to engage with so many intelligent and ambitious people that look like me. I have never been able to work with so many Black, smart individuals in my life."
"The best part of this program firstly is the fact that it exists in the first place. I have never been part of anything like this tailored for Black talented individuals."
"I think the best part has to be the jubilation after the presentation on Friday. To hear the high praise from senior people in the industry gave me a real sense of achievement."
"The support given, by way of insights into investment management and the company's culture, as well as networking, CV and interview preparation advice, gave me a strong foundation to apply for the bank's internships."
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