Morgan Stanley

Return to Work Programs


“Morgan Stanley’s Return to Work program is designed to welcome experienced professionals back to the workforce, renewing their purpose, confidence and skills.  Their insight and resilience help strengthen our culture and contribute meaningfully to innovation across the Firm."

"We are committed to supporting and empowering their full potential.”

—Adam Kudelka and Cami Rice, Co-Chief Human Resources Officers

Is It Time To Start Thinking About Your Career Again?

At Morgan Stanley, we see great potential in experienced professionals who have taken a career break and are now looking to return to the workforce. We truly appreciate the life skills and experiences you've gained outside of work and know that they can enrich our Firm. Whether you’ve stepped away for personal reasons, professional development, or simply to recharge, our 16-week Return to Work program offers a unique opportunity that empowers you to reintegrate into the work force. Program participants are placed in business units that complement their skills and experiences. Additionally, they will receive continuous training, mentorship and professional development.

Since 2014, we have enabled over 750 individuals across nine cities around the globe to re-ignite their careers.

Join us at Morgan Stanley to discover the path to your full potential.

Application Timeline: Applications for most locations globally open on September 15, 2026, and close on October 9, 2026. The specific program dates may vary by city. See below for the specific application deadline for each city.

Program Duration: Return to Work programs will run for approximately 16 weeks from January 18, 2027 to May 10, 2027 for most locations. The specific program dates and duration may vary by city.

Eligibility Criteria: This program is designed for individuals who have been out of the workforce for two or more years. The two-year eligibility will be calculated as of January 2027 the program start date.

Business Areas: You don’t have to have a background in financial services to have a career with us. We welcome highly motivated candidates from a diverse range of industries and skills. We strive to create a spirit of inclusion by bringing together and valuing dedicated professionals with diverse backgrounds, talents, perspectives, cultural identities, and experiences.

Opportunities are available in the following business areas, with some variation by city:

 

Bank Resource ManagementInvestment Banking
Corporate ServicesInvestment Management
FinanceLegal and Compliance
Firmwide MarketingOperations
Fixed IncomeResearch
Global Capital MarketsRisk Management
Human ResourcesTechnology
Institutional EquitiesU.S. Banks
Internal AuditWealth Management

Program Locations

Alpharetta

Return to Work in Alpharetta runs from January to May. Applications are now closed. The deadline to apply was October 9, 2026.

Baltimore

Return to Work in Baltimore runs from January to May. Applications are now closed. The deadline to apply was October 9, 2026.

Bengaluru

Return to Work in Bengaluru runs from January to May. Applications are now open. The deadline to apply is November 30, 2026.

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Budapest

Return to Work in Budapest runs from January to May. Applications are now closed. The deadline to apply was October 9, 2026.

Chicago

Return to Work in Chicago runs from January to May. Applications are now closed. The deadline to apply was October 9, 2026.

Dallas

Return to Work in Dallas runs from January to May. Applications are now closed. The deadline to apply was October 9, 2026.

Gilbert

Return to Work in Gilbert runs from January to May. Applications are now closed. The deadline to apply was October 9, 2026.

Glasgow

Return to Work in Glasgow runs from January to May. Applications are now closed. The deadline to apply was October 2, 2026.

London

Return to Work in London runs from January to May. Applications are now closed. The deadline to apply was October 2, 2026.

Menlo Park

Return to Work in Menlo Park runs from January to May. Applications are now closed. The deadline to apply was October 9, 2026.

Mumbai

Return to Work in Mumbai runs from January to May. Applications are now open. The deadline to apply is November 30, 2026.

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New York

Return to Work in New York runs from January to May. Applications are now closed. The deadline to apply was October 9, 2026.

Sandy

Return to Work in Sandy runs from January to April. Applications are now closed. The deadline to apply was October 9, 2026.

Seattle

Return to Work in Seattle runs from January to April. Applications are now closed. The deadline to apply was October 9, 2026.

South Jordan

Return to Work in South Jordan runs from January to May. Applications are now closed. The deadline to apply was October 9, 2026.

Tampa

Return to Work in Tampa runs from January to May. Applications are now closed. The deadline to apply was October 9, 2026.