Technology Developer Discovery Programme

Dates & Overview

April 15th & 16th 2026. Open to all students, the Discovery Programme is a virtual opportunity to learn about the career paths at Barclays and be considered for our 2027 internship. We want to help you learn about the opportunities we offer and encourage you to picture yourself in the world of financial services.

• Join seminars and workshops where you’ll learn about financial services, technology as a business area, the recruitment process and Barclays as an employer.
• Participate in specific breakout sessions within Technology, gaining insights into what you can expect from the Summer Internship in 2027.
• Build your understanding of the assessment process and next steps.
• Connect with people from across our business, including current graduates who have already made the journey that you are starting out on.
• Attend dedicated networking sessions with senior leaders and graduates aligned to your chosen business area.

At Barclays, every aspect of our business relies on technology. It helps us keep transactions moving, manages critical data, and supports and protects 48 million customers and clients worldwide. By constantly developing and maintaining our digital infrastructure, we harness the power of technology to support the economy and make a difference in people’s lives. As part of Technology, you’ll join a world where your work delivers tangible outcomes for all kinds of people and organisations every day, shaping the future of financial technology by creating a culture where tech people can make their voices heard.

• You’ll need to be 2 years out from graduation and can be studying any degree discipline.
• Beyond that, you need to be curious to understand how a global bank adapts in a constantly evolving environment.

Barclays does not provide sponsorship to attend the 2‑day insight programme. However, following the programme, if you are successful in securing a 2027 Summer Internship, Barclays will apply for a skilled worker visa to provide you with the legal right to work for the duration of the internship programme. Any offer made for the internship will be conditional upon meeting Home Office eligibility requirements for a skilled worker visa.

Whilst the Discovery Programme is virtual, if you secure a place on our 2027 internship programme you will be based in Glasgow. Our brand new state‑of‑the‑art campus in Glasgow is a place you’ll want to work, home to 5,500 colleagues in an environment designed with collaboration and the future of work in mind, inclusive to all with a focus on neurodiversity through our partnership with Scottish Autism.

The campus includes creative spaces, technology, hybrid working opportunities, live music in the canteen, a rooftop bar overlooking the Clyde, and an on‑site beekeeping club.

To design, develop and improve software, utilising various engineering methodologies, that provides business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues.

• Development and delivery of high‑quality software solutions using industry‑aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools, ensuring code is scalable, maintainable, and optimised for performance.
• Cross‑functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define requirements, devise solution strategies, and ensure seamless integration and alignment with business objectives.
• Collaboration with peers, participation in code reviews, and promotion of a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing.
• Adherence to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities, protect sensitive data, and ensure secure software solutions.
• Implementation of effective unit testing practices to ensure proper code design, readability, and reliability.

• Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard, consistently driving continuous improvement.
• Show in‑depth technical knowledge and experience in the assigned area of expertise.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of underlying principles and concepts within the…