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2026 Blackstone Credit & Insurance, Insurance Strategy and Solutions H2 Off Cycle Intern (London)
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2026 Blackstone Credit & Insurance, Insurance Strategy and Solutions H2 Off Cycle Intern (London)
[2026 Blackstone Credit & Insurance, Insurance Strategy and Solutions H2 Off Cycle Intern (London)]
About Blackstone
Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager, delivering compelling returns for institutional and individual investors by strengthening the companies it invests in. With nearly $1.3 trillion in assets under management, Blackstone’s strategies span **real estate, private equity, credit, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, secondaries, hedge funds, and (focusing on this hire) insurance strategy.
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Insuring Future Growth: Blackstone Credit & Insurance (BXCI)
BXCI, a leader in the credit markets, invests across:
- Private investment-grade & asset-based lending
- Public investment-grade & high-yield
- Sustainable resources & infrastructure debt
- Collateralized loan obligations (CLOs) & direct lending
- Opportunistic credit expertise
Objective: Help banks, insurers, and corporate clients maximize returns while mitigating risk. As part of the Insurance Strategy & Solutions team, this internship focuses on preserving and growing capital for insurers.
The Role: Insurance Strategy & Solutions Off-Cycle Intern (London)
This 6-month internship (starting September/October 2026, flexible branch-offs) is an intensive, multi-faceted opportunity for versatile candidates. Off-Cycle interns wear many hats, rotating through assignments with broad applicability across insurance strategy. Ideal candidates contribute cross-functionally, bridging asset allocation, risk modelling, client engagement, and capital markets—key disciplines that shape insurers’ portfolios for decades.
Core Responsibilities
As part of a dynamic team, interns can expect to:
- Research & Analysis
- Conduct suite-level market analysis (macro trends, insurance-focused euroscape decisions, regulatory shifts in EU markets)
- Benchmark competitive assets, identifying best practices via in-house and external sources
- Client-Facing Projects
- Participate in insurer engagements, analyzing client requests and aiding formulation of tailored solutions
- Assemble paper market briefs—such as allocation strategies, hypothetical-liberty guides, or detailed impact models—for in-house review and client presentations
- Portfolio & Financial Modelling
- Contribute to portfolio optimizations, assisting in blackstone’s modular, insurance-native asset allocation frameworks
- Maintain and enhance financial models critical to performance forecasting & comparison against key insurer benchmarks
- Collaboration & Knowledge
- Engage with analysts, product experts and risk professionals across Blackstone’s global Insurance platform
- Develop an accelerated working knowledge of:
- Core credit asset classes (private & public IG, high-yield, infrastructure debt, CLOs, etc.)
- Legal, actuarial liability shields (equity participation, fixed income)
- Investment-grade specialization (volume, sophistication, inclusivity at scale)
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Key Success Factors
| Competence | Why it Matters |
|---|---|
| Analytical troubleshooting | Solve real problems faced by our global insurance team |
| Deadline/resource balance | Work fast without compromising deep analysis |
| Awareness of ambiguity | Push for nuance, seek clarity proactively |
| Data-driven storytelling | Present findings in clear, persuasive formats (e.g., client-grill-ready decks) |
| Risk savviness | Understand perceived vs. true risk—tailored for underwriters |
| Insurance intuition | How returns impact claims, longevity, solvency |
| Ease of learning | Master a diverse skillset at pace—context-switching without fatigue |
Who We Welcome
Blackstone thrives on a highly collaborative, intellectually demanding environment. This program is ideal for forward-thinking minds with:
- Foundational technical discipline: Preference given to maths, financial math, actuarial science, or quant backgrounds.
- Practical programming skills: Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, or StatMa, screenshopper (preferred but not critical).
- Languages: Italian/German fluency advantageous (though EU-centric English not a barrier).
- Soft skills: Relentless curiosity + clarity under constraints—with the humility to know when to consult peers/superiors.
Eligibility Dates & Next Steps
Qualifications & Requirements
- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or master’s student (expected graduation bet. Sept 2026–Mar 2027).
- Curriculum Vitae must include:
- Cumulative GPA (preferably calculated on a 4-point scale)
- Scheduled毕业月/年 (expected graduation month/year) mandatory
- File format: PDF only.
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Personality & Qualities
⚖ Accountability – Own tasks end-to-end. 🏆 Excellence – Going above specimens of excellence. 🌍 Integrity – Unreserved transparency. 🤝 Team Work – Mutual trust and shared recognition. 🚀 Entrepreneurship – Seizing opportunities proactively.
Why Apply if You Don’t Meet the Core Criteria?
Explore Blackstone’s Careers portal for alternate pathways (e.g., formalised internships applying to other market teams).
How to Apply
- Deadline: Applications close July 31st.
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis—submit no later than the deadline to be considered.
- Join the team by summer 2026, committing between Sept–Mar 2027.
- Required fields (incomplete = incomplete application) marked with *.
- Discretion Note: Carefully redact requested gender/ethnic identities—optionality respects privacy preferences.
Note on Apprenticeship Lifecycle
Collaborating here doesn’t merely transfer knowledge—it builds lasting partnerships. Some interns stay beyond 6 months! Responsibilities evolve with your growth both within Blackstone’s (BXCI-specific) finance teams and your chosen focus area.
Blackstonian Values
Blackstone’s culture is built on conviction, reservation-equality, and reputable service. The duties outlines above aren’t exhaustive: assignments, priorities, and expectations shift daily. Blackstone reserves the right to modify responsibilities unilaterally as business demands shift.
Commitment to Fair Opportunity
Blackstone is committed to disability inclusion:
- If you require an accessible application (e.g., Braille TTS formats, transcription), contact:
- UK/EU: +44 (0)20 7451 4000
- APAC: +852 3656 8600
Note: Initial reviews may involve AI-powered tools. Request manual review by emailing EMEACampusApplicationReview@blackstone.com, including:
- Position title: “Insurance Off-Cycle Intern (H2 ’26)”
- Reference your application only to that post.
Need a License?
Certain off-site roles—especially those involving official face-to-face engagements, promotion, or structuring—may require securities licenses. Details disclaim: Blackstone retains sole discretion on licensing requirements post-offer.
Disclaimer: Not for eligible for Blackstone’s employee benefits.
May be reviewed by: @BlackstoneHumanResources if questions on potential exemptions under the 31st July cut-off date.
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