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Explore our early careers programmes in your market
Are you a hard-working, ambitious, and innovative student looking to start their career in banking, but are unsure where to begin? Explore our early careers programmes in your market to learn more about our graduate programmes, summer internships and apprenticeship opportunities. Our early careers programmes for students are curated to provide students and graduates with the tools they need to launch their careers in the banking industry.
China
Standard Chartered has a long-standing history and commitment to China mainland since 1858. Our global footprint, prominent local presence and continued investment positions us very strongly to capture China’s opportunities.
China GBA
Greater Bay Area (GBA) is a strategic focus for Standard Chartered and it acts as an important gateway connecting China to the world. We have over 90 branches in 6 Greater Bay Area cities offering cross-border services.
Hong Kong
The history of Standard Chartered in Hong Kong dates back to 1859, when The Chartered Bank of India, Australia and China opened a branch in Hong Kong. The Bank started issuing banknotes of the Hong Kong dollar in 1862.
India
Standard Chartered Bank has been operating in India for over 160 years making it one of the oldest foreign banks in the country. We have a network of more than 100 branches across 42 cities.
Indonesia
We have had a presence in Indonesia since 1859, when The Chartered Bank (now Standard Chartered) ran a business in the field of public banking through the Borneo Company in Batavia (now called Jakarta).
Malaysia
Standard Chartered Malaysia has always taken immense pride in being Malaysia’s first and oldest bank. Our presence in the country goes back to 1875, when we opened our first branch at Beach Street, Penang.
Pakistan
Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Ltd. is the oldest and largest international bank in Pakistan. It is also the first international bank to be awarded an Islamic banking license and the first to open an Islamic banking branch.
Philippines
The oldest international bank in the Philippines, Standard Chartered has been serving customers since 1872. We support clients with their transaction banking, corporate finance, financial markets and borrowing needs.
Poland
Standard Chartered launched the Group’s first operation in Poland in September 2018. Based out of Warsaw, it’s our fourth Global Business Services (GBS) location globally and the first in Europe, alongside China, India and Malaysia.
Singapore
We have more than 160 years of history in Singapore. We were among the first international banks to receive a Qualifying Full Bank (QFB) licence, an endorsement of the Group’s commitment to Singapore.
South Africa
Standard Chartered’s history in South Africa dates back over 150 years. We pursue a focused network strategy offering corporate clients support in cross-border capital and investment opportunities.
South Korea
Standard Chartered Korea is a banking and financial services company headquartered in Seoul. It was created by the acquisition of the former Korea First Bank by Standard Chartered in 2005.
Taiwan
Standard Chartered opened its first branch in Taiwan in 1985. With over 3,000 employees across Taiwan, Standard Chartered Bank offers clients and customers expertise across its entire portfolio of products.
Thailand
We’ve had a presence in Thailand since 1894 when the Chartered Bank of India, Australia and China first established a branch in Bangkok. Since then, we’ve established a strong foundation with businesses and communities across the country.
UAE
In the United Arab Emirates, we opened our first branch in 1958 in Sharjah. Today, Dubai is the Bank’s regional hub for the Africa and Middle East region and is the centre for its Islamic Banking arm, Standard Chartered Saadiq.
UK
London serves as the headquarters for our Europe and Americas business. It’s a hub for our Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) business, and hosts significant Private Banking and International Banking operations.
US
Standard Chartered Americas is based in New York City and opened in 1902, providing Corporate and Investment Banking solutions to large corporations, governments, banks, investors and development organisations.
Vietnam
Standard Chartered’s history in Vietnam can be traced back to 1904 when we first opened in Saigon (now Ho Chi Minh City). We returned to Vietnam in 1990 and are fully committed to serving our clients and customers here.
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.