2026 Blackstone US Future Leaders Program

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Event Title: 2026 US Future Leaders Program 

Organization: Blackstone 

Location: New York 

Event Description: 

Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. 

Blackstone’s Future Leaders Program is a three-day experience designed to provide early exposure to careers in finance and business. Through interactive workshops, business overviews, technical skill-building sessions, case studies, mentorship opportunities, and networking events, participants will gain insight into Blackstone’s businesses, culture, and the investment process.  

Throughout the program, participants will have the opportunity to engage directly with professionals across Blackstone, connect with members of our Employee Resource Groups, and learn about the skills and experiences that contribute to our success in the industry. Participants will also learn more about Blackstone’s Summer Analyst opportunities and the recruiting process.  

Blackstone’s Future Leaders Program is open to current sophomores graduating between Fall 2028 – Spring 2029, who are interested in exploring careers in financial services. Participation in the program does not guarantee an interview or employment.  

Qualifications: 

To be considered for the 2026 Future Leaders Program, applicants must meet the following criteria: 

• Anticipated graduation date: Fall 2028 – Spring 2029 

• Available to attend the program in New York in its entirety from Tuesday, December 1 through Thursday, December 3 

• Complete all steps in the application process, inclusive of Pymetrics Games and Digital Interview by the application deadline  

Application Details: 

• Workday application inclusive of resume in PDF format.  

• Pymetrics Gamified Assessment 

• Pymetrics Digital Interview 

• Please note your application is not considered complete until all steps above have been actioned  

• The deadline to apply is 11:59PM EST on Friday, October 9, 2026. 

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position.  Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.  Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.

You will not be eligible to participate in Blackstone’s health and other insurance benefit programs.

Please note that we use an AI resume screening tool to help with the initial review of applications. The tool helps us assess candidates based on skills, experience, and qualifications. The tool’s scores are one of the factors we consider when deciding who moves to the next stage of the application process.

To submit your application please complete the form below. Fields marked with a red asterisk * must be completed to be considered for employment (although some can be answered "prefer not to say"). Failure to provide this information may compromise the follow-up of your application. When you have finished click Submit at the bottom of this form.