UBS Veterans Associate Program (VAP) 2026

UBS • New York, NY

304d • $60

About The Position

Transfer your valuable skills and experiences into a meaningful career. At UBS, we appreciate our Veterans and are committed to providing opportunities in Financial Services. That is why we are interested in meeting talented individuals like you for our Veterans Associate Program (VAP). It is specifically designed for those seeking a front office career in Investment Banking, Sales & Trading, Equity Research, Global Wealth Management, or Asset Management. Our 2026 VAP cohort will start January 20th, 2026. You will participate in our 20-week program with the chance to interview for permanent employment during the program.

Requirements

• Must be a transitioning service member or military veteran having left active service within the past two years with Honorable Discharge.
• Bachelor's degree with a well-rounded academic background (coursework preferably in finance, economics or engineering or quantitative analysis).
• MBA or MS is a plus.
• Passing score on Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam required prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Attend sessions hosted by various stakeholders to learn about our culture, organizational structure, business divisions, employee benefits, and more.
• Complete courses including Introduction to Excel Macros & Tools, Modeling, Valuations, Capital Markets and Wealth & Portfolio Management concepts in the first 2 weeks.
• Start your first day on your divisionally aligned team placement within one of our key business areas.
• Participate in mentorship alignments.
• Access cross-divisional networking opportunities such as guest speaker sessions.
• Engage in continuous learning and development throughout the program.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements like part-time, job-sharing and hybrid (office and home) working.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Networking opportunities with industry professionals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree