Summer internship FAQs

Due to the nature of the work undertaken in our internship programme across the departments, we ask for a minimum grade requirement. The minimum requirement depends on the department. We do consider extenuating circumstances.

• DC Investment & Governance - A Level STEM subject A grade - Degree 2:1 any subject
• Energy Modelling & Technology Development - A Level Maths A grade - Degree STEM subject 2:1
• Energy Power Consulting - Three A Levels at an A or above (including Maths) - Degree STEM subject 2:1
• Insurance Consulting - A Level Maths A grade - Degree 2:1 any subject
• Investment Consulting - A Level STEM subject A grade - Degree 2:1 any subject
• Pensions Actuarial Consulting - A Level Maths A grade - Degree 2:1 any subject
• Pensions & Investment Modelling - A Level Maths A grade - Degree STEM subject 2:1 
• Pensions Management Consulting - Three A Levels at a B or above - Degree 2:1 any subject

Our recruitment process is not looking to catch you out but support you in showcasing your skills and knowledge. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know by emailing [email protected].

Our summer intern programme typically commences in early July.

The programme usually lasts for six to nine weeks, depending on the department. We may consider shorter or longer placements at our discretion.

Yes, we pay our interns and cover travel expenses if you are asked to attend a meeting outside your assigned office.

We will consider applications from candidates of all backgrounds providing they demonstrate an interest in the work that we do and meet our summer intern programme requirements.

Internships are granted to undergraduates in the penultimate year of their degree or above (with a view to potentially joining the following year’s graduate intake). 

Typically, we only offer internships over the summer, although in exceptional circumstances we are willing to consider alternative dates for candidates who meet our requirements and can demonstrate a keen interest in the work we do.

Our summer internships are based in one department so that you can get a true sense of the work and get involved with projects in the team.

Unfortunately, no. We encourage you to apply for the programme and department that interests you the most. Please have a look at our various departments and roles and choose the one that best aligns with your interests.

Our internships are available across nine departments, in the following offices:

London, Winchester and Edinburgh.

Find out more about the varied and interesting departments you could work in here.

If you would like to apply for a department available in both offices, you will be given the option to select which offer you prefer during the application process.

Our summer internships are a mixture of project and client-based work so you get a true sense of the work the team does as well as a varied workload whilst you’re with us.

During your time with us you are treated like any other team member and will be invited to any departmental and firmwide socials that are happening at the time. You are also very welcome to join our range of sports and social clubs to get a real feel for life at LCP and the activities on offer. 

Alongside the summer internship offering candidates experience in the role, we also use it as a feeder for our graduate programme. If both sides are happy to continue the relationship and your performance has been strong throughout the internship, then we would look to offer you a graduate role for the following September. 

No, we are not able to provide sponsorship for our summer internship, you will need to have the right to work in the UK. You can apply for an internship if you hold a Student Visa which is valid for the duration of the summer programme.

Work experience is currently only available through direct programmes we run with chosen local schools. As a result, we’re unable to accept direct requests at this time.