The course consists of an academic component and an internship facilitated by Finance Norway. Among partner companies are independent asset management companies, as well as asset management entities belonging to banks and insurance companies.

The mandatory academic module (6 days) will take place in the spring followed by a 5-week summer internship. The dates for the 5-week internship are agreed between the student and partner company directly.

The reflection workshop (2 days) will take part in August, and the closing session will take place in September.

Dates for the academic module: 8-10 April and 13-15 April 2026

Dates for reflection workshop: 11-12 August 2026

Date for closing session: 9 September 2026

You find more detailed information about the workload and the learning outcome in the course description for INT411 

1. Internship facilitated by finance Norway

Admission requirements

• At the time of application, 1st or 2nd semester two-year master's student at NHH (any major).
• English fluency, both oral and written.
• Highly motivated.
• Norwegian language skills are not required, we aim to match non-Norwegian speakers with partner organizations with English as a working language.
• Successful submission of CV and online interview. Applicants are not ranked based on their performance in the online interview but must complete it satisfactorily to secure eligibility for the course. The interview is focused on motivation and personality-related questions: e.g., your motivation to take part in the course, your ability to work in diverse teams, etc.  It will be a valuable tool in the matching process between students and companies. 

Application procedure

• 1 October: Application in Søknadsweb opens.
• 15 October: Application deadline in Søknadsweb (registration + upload CV).
• 17 October: Receipt of online interview link. It is sent to the student email account.
• 21 October: Deadline for completing the online interview.

Students who successfully submit their CV and online interview are eligible for the course. If the number of applicants exceeds the number of places, places will be awarded by random draw.

Applicants will be notified of the result by mid-November, and those offered a place must accept by 19 November. Shortly after, Finance Norway will begin the process to match students with partner companies. 

To submit your application:

1. 1. Go to Søknadsweb.
   2. Choose "Internship in Asset Management"
   3. Upload your CV (other documentation will not be taken into consideration).
   4. Receive the link to your online interview and complete this before the deadline.

Documentation requirements

• English CV

Note: CV must include work and volunteer experience, appointments (Norwegian: “verv”), international experience and language skills.

2. Internship secured independently

If there are spots available in the course after the first admission round, students who have independently secured an internship within asset management may apply. 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• At the time of application, 1st or 2nd semester two-year master's student at NHH (any major).
• Has secured an internship that meets the following criteria:
  
  
  • The company manages an investment portfolio, primarily consisting of publicly listed securities, either for its own account or on behalf of clients.
  • The role involves tasks related to the broader investment process and requires a solid understanding of financial markets.
  • You will work within a team capable of providing mentorship and training for your role.
  • You will be assigned a specific manager within the company who will take responsibility for you and can serve as NHHs contact person.
  • The internship must last a minimum of 5 weeks and take place between 1 May and 15 August 2025.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

• The online application will open 1 February, 2026
• Application deadline is 15 February, 2026
• Among the applicants who meet the admission criteria, the spots will be assigned randomly through a draw
• The decision on the applications will be sent out by 3 March, 2026
• Selected students must reply to the offer by 8 March, 2026

To submit your application:

1. Go to Søknadsweb.
2. Choose "INT411 Internship in Asset Management".
3. Make sure to upload the application form and a copy of the job advertisement (or other documentation showing which company/department you have an internship with).
4. Other documentation will not be taken into consideration.

DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMeNTS

• Completed application form.
• A copy of the job advertisement (or other documentation showing which company/department you have an internship with).

Recognition

The INT411 Internship in Asset Management course is graded (Pass / Fail). 

This course cannot be included in the degree if taken in combination with INTERN-A-M / Grunderskolen / Innovation School / Social entrepreneurship. Courses not included in the degree will be shown in a separate transcript.

Please note that that this course cannot be included in any of the majors, and if included in the degree it cannot count as part of the 22.5 ECTS that has to be in a different subject area than the major ("breddekravet").

Costs

Accommodation: Students are required to organize accommodation during the internship period.

Additional costs: Travels, general living expenses, accommodation, insurance.

Salary

This is a paid internship with a salary determined on the basis of 510,000 NOK per annum*). 

*) Please note that this applies only to applicants who participated in the main admission process in October/November. For those who have secured an internship independently, separate contracts and agreements with the company will apply.

Questions

For questions regarding admission process please contact opptak@nhh.no.