FAQ

We are recruiting for our investment banking, global markets and corporate infrastructure divisions, principally for London but some openings may be available in other European locations.

Yes, we offer 10-12 week programmes which take place in the winter, spring and summer. Our internship programmes give students valuable on-the-job, industry experience.

Many of our regional offices in continental Europe offer 3-6 month internship programmes year-round.  Please speak with the graduate recruitment team for more details.

Within our finance, operations and information technology divisions, there are options for 6-12 month industrial placements.

We also offer a 2-week insight work experience over Easter for women in their first years (or 2^nd years of a four year course) and it is called the Women's Immersion programme.

We encourage applications from all disciplines and look for candidates who have earned a minimum 2.1 (or equivalent) in their degree programme. It is essential that you have an interest in finance, a desire to work in the investment banking industry and are numerate.

We encourage candidates to do as much research as possible beforehand to understand which business area would best match their skill set and interests. In doing so, candidates will be equipped to discuss their choices, demonstrating enthusiasm and knowledge of the various roles.

For Investment Banking and Global Markets: If you are selected for first round interviews, you will have two (internship positions) or three (full-time positions) one-on-one interviews with junior representatives, which will involve a case study. During the final rounds, you will have four 30-minute interviews one-on-one with senior business representatives.

For Corporate Infrastructure: The first round interview stage will take the format of an assessment centre which will consist of two one-on-one 30 minute competency based interviews; numerical test; group activity.

Nomura's core competencies include:

• Professional presence (including communication skills, attitude, assertiveness, self confidence and a high level of maturity)
• Commitment and drive (including bias to action, resourcefulness, work ethic, drive to excel and tenaciousness)
• Problem solving and analytical skills (including analytical approach, logic, commercial intuition, quantitative ability and raw smarts)
• Planning and execution (including attention to detail, results orientation, creative approach and time management skills)
• Collaboration (including relationship-building, team orientation, diplomacy and respect individuals)
• Leadership (including persuasion skills, motivation others, integrity and empathy)

Throughout the CV screening and interview process, you will be assessed on these core competencies.

Here are a few tips to help you prepare:

• Please be yourself. 
• Review the Nomura website to understand key facts about our company
• Research the latest news articles, particularly any related to the division to which you have applied
• Know your CV and be prepared to answer questions about your field of study, extra-curricular activities and reasons for joining the investment banking industry and Nomura specifically
• Remember, it is a two-way process and a great opportunity to learn about our culture and our business

Our dress code is business attire so a suit is appropriate.

Full-Time Programmes:
Sunday, 15^th November 2009 

Spring / Summer Analyst Internship Programmes:
Early deadline: Sunday, 6^th December 2009 
Final deadline: Sunday, 10^th January 2010

Winter Analyst Internship Programmes:
Sunday, 8^th November 2009

Summer Associate Internship Programmes:
School specific deadlines apply
Final deadline: Sunday, 31^st January 2010

Industrial Placement Programmes (Finance, Technology and Operations):
Sunday, 10^th January 2010

Women's Immersion Programme (first-years):
Saturday, 16^th January 2010

Please note that applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, therefore we strongly advise that you submit your application prior to these deadlines.

Yes, Nomura will sponsor those students we offer, but the UK Home Office will ultimately make the decision as to whether this will be granted.