2026 DWS Summer/Fall Internship - Procurement - Frankfurt

Applications will remain open until Sunday, 28 September 2025 at 23:59 GMT. We reserve the right to close or extend the application window as required. 

Start Date  

Internships in Germany are between 3 months and 6 months long. You must be available for the entire internship duration.  

You can apply for one of two seasonal intakes: Summer or Autumn. Each intake offers a flexible start date within the timeframes listed below and the internship end date can be outside the timeframe. 

• Summer Intake Start Dates: May 1 – July 31, 2026  
• Autumn Intake Start Dates: August 1 – December 31, 2026 

About DWS  

At DWS we’re capturing the opportunities of tomorrow. Join our leading global asset management firm and make an impact on individuals, communities and the world. Whether collaborating to discover innovative solutions, exploring your curiosity or developing new skills – at DWS, we support you in achieving your goals. Invest in your future! 

About the DWS Internship   

The DWS Internship offers a unique and exciting opportunity to gain a wide range of practical experiences through individual projects, speaker sessions and networking events. With strong support from mentors and managers, you will be challenged to grow while gaining valuable insights into the world of Asset Management. This is an excellent way to determine whether a career in Financial Services & Asset Management meets your personal aspirations.     

Subject to performance, successful interns may be offered a place on the DWS Graduate P.A.C.E. Program the following year.  

About the Team 

DWS Procurement is a global team of 50+ colleagues based out of UK, Germany , India and the Philippines. We service all of our business globally.  

Curious how companies like DWS really operate commercially behind the scenes? Then Procurement is the perfect place to start your journey. 

• Driving Business Value through Cost Optimization – DWS Procurement plays a key role in improving the bottom line by continuously identifying savings opportunities and negotiating better deals. 
• Global exposure – DWS Procurement operates across borders. You'll gain insights into international markets and collaborate with suppliers worldwide. 
• Strategic Thinking with Real-World Impact - You'll contribute to decisions that shape cost efficiency, supplier quality, and sustainability—core levers of business success. 
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – DWS Procurement connects with departments like Finance, Legal, and IT—giving you a 360° view of how companies in the financial industry operate. 

As our DWS Intern, you will: 

• Get exposure to all Procurement pillar/subfunctions including:
  • Category Management: sourcing, commercial and contractual negotiations, contracting, working very closely with our business stakeholders and Legal  
  • Strategic Supplier Relationship Management: commercial, contract and service relationship management of our key, strategic supplier partners  
  • Third Party Risk Management: pre and post deal management of risk across several risk types  
  • Outsourcing Office: central oversight and management of our outsourcing portfolio   

The Team is looking for: 

• Advanced English skills; German skills are preferred but not required 
• Detail-oriented team players with a curious mindset 
• Strong analytical and communication skills 
• Keen interest in financial services; prior experience is not required   

Our Application Process 

• Step 1 - Online Application 
• Step 2 - Online Tests 
• Step 3 - Video Interview 
• Step 4 - Final Interview Day  

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity   

Our values define the working environment we strive to create – diverse, supportive and welcoming of different views. We embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential. Talk to us about flexible work arrangements and other initiatives we offer.   

We promote good working relationships and encourage high standards of conduct and work performance. DWS is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, beliefs and generations. We are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation. 

If you have any questions about this program or need us to make any adjustments to help you complete any stage of your application, let us know at dws.ECrecruitment@db.com and someone from our Early Careers team will get in touch.