our programmes Apprenticeship programme
Earn while you learn
Joining our apprenticeship programme is a great alternative for those seeking an alternative to university, while providing the opportunity to earn-while-you-learn.
What you'll experience
During the programme you’ll experience an immersive, collaborative and global learning experience that will equip you with a deep understanding of our organisation, strategy, and the changing landscape in financial services.
You’ll soon become a change agent, driving innovation and creativity in country.
Programme preview
- On-the-job learning with real-world business exposure
- Technical and professional skills training
- Future skills workshops including Equilibrium, our sustainability programme
- Targeted online learning
- Inspiring thought leadership speaker events
- Access to country management teams
Join us and help shape our future, be on the frontier of banking and open a world of possibilities for yourself.
We’re looking for people who are
- Hard working, resilient, with a drive to learn
- Able to build strong relationships and with good communication skills
- Reliable and able to work under pressure
- Have a curious and proactive approach with an open mindset
- Logical and an interest in understanding and analysing data
If you’re looking for a career with purpose and want to work for a bank making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. You can count on us to celebrate your unique talents. And we can’t wait to see the talents you can bring. Join us and help shape our future, be on the frontier of banking and open a world of possibilities for yourself.
We provide two entry routes
Financial Markets
We support our clients in managing trading risk, raising capital and diversifying investments. It’s a business about relationships and working closely with clients across our global network. Our clients include large corporations, governments, banks and investors operating or investing in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe and Americas. We offer our clients a comprehensive range of products which means there’s lots for you to learn and get involved in.
Client Coverage
Our roles within Client Coverage provide a comprehensive grounding in corporate and commercial banking. You’ll work directly with a diverse range of business and corporate customers alongside Corporate, Financial Institutions and Commercial Bankers (CCIB). You’ll be able to explore how your skills can adapt to different areas of our business, while developing new skills to help kick-start your career in CCIB Client Coverage.
Meet our people
My experience as an apprentice at Standard Chartered
Charlotte joined Standard Chartered as an apprentice within the Financial Markets function. She embarked on her journey with the Bank in August 2022.
A week in the life of a Standard Chartered Client Coverage Apprentice
Abigail joined the programme within the Client Coverage function in 2022 and tells us about her experience as an apprentice at Standard Chartered.
Next steps
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The best way to get to know us is by meeting us. Sign-up to one of our events and you’ll learn more about the range of career opportunities we have available.
FAQs
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