Trainee Corporate Sector Coverage

Your role

ING is a leading international bank with a strong presence in Wholesale Banking. We are committed to developing early talent and offer motivated students the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience and start their career in banking through an on‑the‑job training programme.

Available from June 1st 2026 for a period of 6 months minimum (max 16 months)

We are currently looking for a Trainee to support the following departments:

• Corporate Sector Coverage

• Technology, Media, Telecom & Healthcare (TMT & Healthcare)

• Financial Institutions

As a trainee, you will support Relationship Managers and team members in their daily activities. Starting with administrative and analytical tasks, your responsibilities will gradually expand as you develop your skills and knowledge.

Your key responsibilities

• Support Relationship Managers in activities related to large corporate and institutional clients

• Collect, analyse, and structure client, sector, and market information

• Prepare presentations and industry overviews providing valuable business insights

• Support the identification of potential new clients and the development of client approaches

• Assist in day‑to‑day business activities, including financing requests and client transactions

• Contribute to risk assessments and the Know‑Your‑Customer (KYC) process

• Coordinate with product specialists and colleagues across the international ING network

This role offers exposure to a wide range of banking products, from financing solutions to risk management and cash management.

Your profile

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, or a related field

  • Priority will be given to students from the University of St. Gallen and the University of Zurich, or students in a gap year between Bachelor’s and Master’s studies

• First experience in banking or finance is an advantage, ideally with large or international clients

• Strong interest in corporate banking and financial analysis

• Comfortable working with figures and data; analytical and results‑oriented mindset

• Well organised, with good time‑management and prioritisation skills

• Detail‑oriented and eager to learn

• Strong team player with initiative and a high level of commitment

• Fluent in English; German is an advantage

• Proficient in MS Office

What we offer

At ING, we believe that talent comes in many forms. We value diversity and inclusion and foster an international culture built on trust, collaboration, and respect.

You will gain:

• Practical experience in Wholesale Banking

• Exposure to international clients and cross‑border collaboration

• A supportive learning environment with room for personal and professional growth

At ING, people don’t fit into boxes — and neither do we. Sneakers or suits, hoodies or blazers: what matters is who you are and the value you bring.

Ready to get started?

Please apply online and have the following documents ready:

• CV

• Cover letter (including your availability period and preferred start date)

• Relevant certificates

We look forward to receiving your application.