HSBC profile

HSBC

Best Student Employer
4/5
862 Reviews

About HSBC

"You want a career with opportunities?

HSBC has a world of them

With a global network across 623 countries and territories, serving more than 3940 million customers, HSBC is one of the world’s largest banking and most connected financial services organisations. We are focused on opening up a world of opportunity for our customers and our employees.

We look for students and graduates who are collaborative in action and curious thinkers – individuals with the courage to challenge the status quo and the motivation to make a positive impact for the customers they serve and the communities in which they operate.

We are motivated by building a sustainable future and serving the needs of a changing world. We know that economic growth must be sustainable for colleagues, customers and communities. We are focused on the importance of providing sustainable financial solutions to support customers in their transition to net zero – all while speeding up our own transition to becoming a net zero bank. 

HSBC puts diversity at the heart of our business and provides an open, supportive and inclusive working environment, with tailored training and support to help employees thrive in their chosen career path.

No matter what interests and skills you might have, a career at HSBC will offer the opportunities, experiences, networks and training needed – so there’s no limit to how far you can go as part of an international and connected workforce.

Students and graduates can apply to join HSBC’s local or global intern and graduate programmes across the bank. in the following areas. We are particularly interested in students from all degree disciplines interested in working in the following business areas: Commercial Banking, Global Banking & Markets, Wealth and Personal Banking and (including Global Asset Management and Private Banking) or Digital Business Services: (Digital Innovation in our offices in Birmingham and Sheffield. and Operating Excellence)."

5th

Best Student Employer

Awarded 5th in Banking Best 100 Student Employers 2023-2024


Reviews

Overall Rating

4/5

862 reviews

  • 5 stars
    22%
  • 4 stars
    54%
  • 3 stars
    21%
  • 2 stars
    2%
  • 1 star
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4.2/5

"It was a very enjoyable experience I had previously completed another internship so I could do some comparisons and this one was much better in terms of the work that I was given to do and the general atmosphere of the company " Read full review

4/5

"We got exposed to various areas in global banking and markets I really didnamp039t like the fact we had to do another job simulation I donamp039t see the point of the fast track I also think HSBC wants some target schools so if you go to a Rus" Read full review

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Opportunities offered:

  • Internship (1 Month+)
  • Placement (10 Months+)
  • Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

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Case Studies

Stuart

Commercial Banking (CMB) Graduate Programme

Placement (10 Months+)

The work culture is nothing like I would’ve imagined. Before joining the bank, I thought it was going to be very strict and rigid. However, everyone is welcoming and willing to share their experience and knowledge. Overall, it’s a comfortable and relaxed environment.

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Jaini

Commercial Banking (CMB) Internship Programme

Internship (1 Month+)

Eight weeks flew by. I made connections with other interns and participated in the various socials the internship offered. I undertook a market research project as part of the Small Business Banking team and this provided me with a great foundation in how high street and challenger banks in this country operate. I also had numerous networking opportunities.

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Zoe

Wealth and Personal Banking (WPB) Industrial Placement Scheme

Placement (10 Months+)

The working culture at HSBC is brilliant, they are so supportive of you having a healthy work life balance, which I find makes all the employees a lot happier! All my colleagues are supportive and willing to give up their time to help me expand my knowledge.

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Emily

Digital Business Services: Digital Innovation Graduate Programme

Placement (10 Months+)

I chose HSBC because it’s a global organisation which has a tremendous impact on the lives of everyone – I wanted to be part of this and contribute to the positive change and innovation, knowing that the work that I would do, would help people worldwide. Growing and learning is something that is important to me and working at HSBC provides me with endless opportunities to develop professionally and personally.

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Nikee Ghandi

Cloud Engineer

Placement (10 Months+)

HSBC helps me develop new skills through various initiatives such as training programs, workshops, and educational opportunities. This commitment to continuous learning allows all of us to stay current in our fields and contribute effectively to the organization’s success.

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