Finance
Finance Internship
TV shows. Apps. Big ideas.
Commissioning a TV show. Developing a new app. Key to decision making is the financial impact of these projects. That’s why our Finance team is at the very heart of everything we do at Sky.
Get in on the action. Experience what working in a dynamic, exciting environment is like. And get a taste of what it takes to become a qualified accountant.
Get stuck into a fast-paced, 8-weeks internship where you’ll see how finance drives the action. You’ll work on real projects, learn from the pros, and get a taste of what it takes to become a qualified accountant.
Impress us, and you could secure a place on one of our Finance graduate programmes.
Duration
8 weeks
Location
Osterley, London
Salary
£30,000 per annum pro rata
Eligibility
Open to penultimate-year university students from any degree subject
Right to work
Please be aware that Sky do not offer sponsorship for this role, employment is contingent on you having the valid right to work in the UK /Ireland for the full duration of the programme. Following the internship, anyone who is selected for the Graduate programme offers will be conditional on having the full right to work in the UK/Ireland for the duration of the Graduate scheme. You can find information on the length of our programmes on the website.
What you’ll do
Start by learning how finance powers the business — from big decisions to everyday spend. Then dive into a real project, team up with others, sharpen your problem-solving skills, and see how we work across Sky to make things happen. You’ll wrap it all up by presenting your ideas to senior leaders. Our Finance team:
Set and track budgets
Develop business cases to support projects and investment decisions
Interpret data to provide insights
Connect with teams across the business to meet and exceed our company targets.
What we’re looking for
The one essential requirement is that you're currently studying for an undergraduate degree in any subject, and in your penultimate year.
Skills that will help you thrive:
- Bring fresh thinking to the table
- Strong financial mindset
- Confidence working with numbers and data
- Great at solving problems
- Know how to collaborate effectively across teams.
What’s in it for you?
You’ll gain hands-on experience, build commercial awareness, and get a real feel for what it’s like to work in finance at Sky. You’ll have:
A manager to guide you through your placement
A graduate mentor who’s been in your shoes
Regular check-ins and feedback
The chance to present your ideas to senior leaders
A network of interns and graduates to connect and collaborate with
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Not in the right year to apply yet?
Register your interest today and we'll let you know when our 2028 Early Careers opportunities open for applications.
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Explore our FAQs and see what to expect from the application journey. You can also visit our Prep Hub for practice activities and tips to help you feel confident every step of the way.