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Be the change, make a difference

Do you want to change the way people think about banking, and be at the heart of that change? Do you want to join an organisation committed to its values and purpose? Are you looking for accelerated growth and a career you can grow in a direction you choose? Our graduate programme could be just what you’re looking for. 

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What you’ll experience

During your graduate programme, you’ll experience an incredible and varied global learning experience, which will include:

  • Either a rotational programme or a specific role depending on your division
  • Technical, business, interpersonal & wellness training 
  • Future skills development workshops & career mapping strategies
  • Inspiring thought leadership engagements and speaker events with Senior Executives
  • Exposure and networking opportunities across matrixed business at all levels
  • Real responsibilities and the opportunity to impact-our business

Throughout your graduate programme, we’ll provide you with the tools, training, and networking opportunities, and support to help you become a change agent. You’ll drive innovation and creativity as you build your career with us.

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Graduate programme preview

  • New joiner onboarding – to help orientate you in the bank, your new team and your role. We want to make sure you feel supported in your first few weeks with us.
  • Learn and grow – with access to tools and global learning experiences to help you realise your full potential. While the experience will vary depending on the team or role you join, you’ll be exposed to all sorts of ways to start your career.
  • Be part of the family – not only will you meet other students on our programmes, you’ll also get to meet people from across the bank, build your professional network and understand the Standard Chartered difference.
  • A Standard Chartered office in the sunlight

    Business areas

    We’re a talented and committed workforce, representing 131 nationalities across more than 52 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.

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      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.

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      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.

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      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.

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      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.

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      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.

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      Our cultures 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.