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Our programmes
Graduate programme
From day one, build the skills that matter.
Programme preview
Applications open
August – September
Start date
July
Duration
24 months
What you can expect
Our Graduate Programme is a structured two-year journey designed to accelerate your development in a high-performing, global bank. From day one, you’ll work on real business challenges while building technical, commercial and future-focused skills through hands-on experience, tailored learning, and exposure to senior leaders, colleagues and teams from across our global network.
Alongside your role, you’ll take part in immersive experiences including technical bootcamps, business simulations, networking opportunities and learning pathways focused on areas such as AI, digital capability, communication and leadership – helping you build the confidence, network and experience to make an impact early in your career.
Bring your initiative, curiosity and commercial mindset – we’re looking for people who can solve problems, build relationships and navigate a fast-moving global environment.
Business areas
We’re a talented and committed workforce, representing 131 nationalities across more than 54 markets in our footprint regions of Asia, Africa and the Middle East and beyond. Our business is structured into client and customer segments and business support functions.
Meet our people
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Our early career programmes
We recruit into many different countries across the world. Find out more about the local student programmes we offer.
Where can you join us
Explore our early careers programmes in your market to learn more about our graduate programmes, summer internships and apprenticeship opportunities.
Our business areas
Learn about the different teams across the Bank, discover what they do, and find out about the different routes to entry for students and graduates to find your fit.
Application zone
Ready to apply? Find out what happens next in our application zone, including hints and tips to make sure you’re fully prepared for interviews and assessment centres.
Diversity and inclusion
We value and celebrate the diversity of our teams across all our locations and business functions so that everyone feels respected and can realise their full potential.
Rewards and benefits
As well as gaining the great benefits of working in our ‘here for good’ culture, we offer competitive salaries that fully reflect your skills and experience.
Our culture and values
Find out more about the purpose that underpins everything we do at Standard Chartered, and the behaviours and culture that drive this purpose forward.