Industry Engagement - Intern Research Analyst

ABOUT US

We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy. 

We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.   

Are you looking to kick‑start your career and gain real‑world experience in the financial services industry?

Swift is the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services. We are the way the world moves value — across borders, between institutions, and across the global economy. No other organization operates at our scale or with our level of trust, precision, and reliability, and we’re proud to play a critical role in enabling the global financial ecosystem.

As part of Swift’s Corporate Office, you will join the Industry Engagement team and work closely with senior industry experts to support our global engagement with standard setting bodies, market infrastructures, and industry associations that shape and drive the global financial ecosystem.

We are seeking an ambitious, enthusiastic team player who is serious about developing real‑world experience in the payments and financial services industry.

You will be curious, analytical, eager to learn about emerging challenges and opportunities, and proactive in contributing across all aspects of the team’s work.

This internship will give you a solid understanding of the critical role Swift plays in global finance and exposure to fast‑moving developments shaping the future of the industry. You will develop both soft and hard skills, undertake analysis on topical issues, and have opportunities to present insights to senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Industry Research Desk

• Research assistance: Investigate industry topics that impact Swift and its community, including analysis of market trends, competitive developments, and key industry initiatives.
• Market monitoring: Follow industry commentary, publications, and regulatory updates; produce concise, actionable summaries.
• Quantitative and qualitative analysis: Conduct deeper analytical dives into emerging topics.

Supporting Regional & Sectoral Industry Engagement Leads

• Meetings & briefing notes: Draft and prepare meeting minutes, briefings, and supporting documents for senior management engagements.
• Documentation management: Maintain core reporting materials and tracking documentation used for senior‑level updates.
• Planning & coordination: Support stakeholder mapping, engagement trackers, and cross‑team collaboration efforts to ensure alignment across regions and sectors.

Additional Opportunities

• Conduct your own research and engagement projects in collaboration with subject matter experts across Swift.
• Shadow internal and external meetings to deepen your understanding of Swift’s strategy, the financial services landscape, and emerging industry trends — including responsible innovation.

Requirements & Skills

Technical & Professional Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Awareness of Swift, our mission, and the importance of our role in global financial services.

Soft Skills

• Strong team player with enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
• Creative, inquisitive, and curious about real-world financial services and payments issues.
• Organised, pragmatic, and a proactive self‑starter.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Reliable, motivated, and committed to delivering high‑quality work.

What we offer

We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.

We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to accessibility during your application or interview, please contact accessibility-Sysgroup@swift.com or indicate this in your application.

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All requests are confidential and will not affect your candidacy.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.