About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

05

How to Apply

Please apply online via this link here, uploading a current CV.

Shortlisted candidates will then be asked to complete a brief online assessment, with those who successfully complete the assessment being invited to our Ratings Forward event. Please note that attendance at the event is by invitation only.

About S&P Global

S&P Global enables businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data, expertise and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world-leading benchmarks, data, and insights that customers need in order to plan confidently, act decisively, and thrive in a rapidly changing global landscape.  
From helping our customers assess new investments across the capital and commodities markets to navigating the energy expansion, acceleration of artificial intelligence, and evolution of public and private markets, we enable the world’s leading organizations to unlock opportunities, solve challenges, and plan for tomorrow – today.
 

 Exclusive S&P Global Ratings Early Careers Networking Event

• Apply to join us for Ratings Forward, an event on 24 September 2026 at 3pm BST in our London office.

• This session is aimed at current university students who graduate in 2027 or 2028, and who are interested in working at S&P Global's London office.

• The event covers S&P Global Ratings' approach to credit analysis and what early-career success looks like at one of the largest providers of credit ratings in the world.

• If you are selected to attend this event, you will then be invited to apply for our 2027 intern and graduate opportunities.

• Applications close at 4pm EST on 21 September 2026. We review registrations on a rolling basis, and early applications are encouraged.

This event will feature

• Panel Showcase: Hear journeys from a Year-1 graduate, a Year-2 graduate, and a converted full-time analyst.

• Guided Q&A: Put your questions to analysts and leaders across regions.

• Open Vacancies Overview: Learn about upcoming internship and graduate opportunities and how to stand out.

• Close & Next Steps: Clear pointers on timelines and application process. 

Attendance Requirements

• We are looking for second and third year students studying a BSc, BA or MA course with strong financial and numerical ability, innovative and critical thinking, and storytelling skills. This is along with a genuine interest in credit analysis.

• We seek collaborative, dependable teammates with strong problem-solving, time-management, and organizational skills who can communicate clearly, multi-task, and learn quickly in fast-paced environments.

• Candidates should demonstrate the initiative to conduct independent research, possess strong spreadsheet and Microsoft Office skills, and show a willingness to learn data/automation and AI technologies (such as Machine Learning, NLP, or RPA). You must be an effective communicator capable of presenting structured research with a solutions-oriented mindset.

• Please note you must have the permanent right to work in the United Kingdom to be considered for this event or an open role, and be residing in the United Kingdom during the duration of the program

About S&P Global Ratings
At S&P Global Ratings, our analyst-driven credit ratings, research, and sustainable finance opinions provide critical insights that are essential to translating complexity into clarity so market participants can uncover opportunities and make decisions with conviction. By bringing transparency to the market through high-quality independent opinions on creditworthiness, we enable growth across a wide variety of organizations, including businesses, governments, and institutions.

S&P Global Ratings is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI).  S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/ratings

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

S&P Global has a Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy (“the Policy”) that seeks to mitigate conflicts of interest by monitoring and placing restrictions on personal securities holding and trading. The Policy is designed to promote compliance with global regulations. In some Divisions, pursuant to the Policy’s requirements, candidates at S&P Global may be asked to disclose securities holdings. Some roles may include a trading prohibition and remediation of positions when there is an effective or potential conflict of interest. Employment at S&P Global is contingent upon compliance with the Policy.

Recruitment Fraud Alert:

If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to reportfraud@spglobal.com. S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, “pre-employment training” or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.  

 

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  
 
US Candidates Only: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal

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