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HSBC UK Work Experience Programme 2024
The UK Work Experience Programme is for students looking for a Work Experience placement with a leading global bank. The programme provides opportunities to gain some hands-on experience, develop your knowledge of banking and financial services, and explore the careers available at HSBC in the UK.
Students should note that this is an unpaid Work Experience Programme.
For:Candidates aged 18 or under, in full-time education (years 10 -13 in UK and S4 - S6 in Scotland)
Duration: Five days
Areas: Multiple Business Divisions
Start date: 24th June, 8th July or 12th August
Location:UK
Leeds
Requirements:
- Aged 18 or under
- Currently in academic years 10-13 (UK) or Scottish equivalent (S4-S6)
- Available to participate for the full 5 days of the session (3 virtual/2 in office) during one of the following weeks in summer 2024: week commencing 24th June, 8th July or 12th August (dates will be allocated once places are confirmed)
- Available to attend your chosen office for 2 days (dates will be confirmed)
Additional information:
- The programme will run on a hybrid model with 2 days in person and 3 days delivered virtually. For the in-office experience, you will be getting hands on experience of what it is like working for HSBC through a placement across one of our many functions.
- Placement availability will differ subject to the location you apply for and are allocated at random.
- You should only submit one application for the location that is most convenient for you to travel to and from.
Applications open: 21 February 2024
Applications close: 3 March 2024
Start date: 24th June, 8th July or 12th August
Sheffield
Requirements:
- Aged 18 or under
- Currently in academic years 10-13 (UK) or Scottish equivalent (S4-S6)
- Available to participate for the full 5 days of the session (3 virtual/2 in office) during one of the following weeks in summer 2024: week commencing 24th June, 8th July or 12th August (dates will be allocated once places are confirmed)
- Available to attend your chosen office for 2 days (dates will be confirmed)
Additional information:
- The programme will run on a hybrid model with 2 days in person and 3 days delivered virtually. For the in-office experience, you will be getting hands on experience of what it is like working for HSBC through a placement across one of our many functions.
- Placement availability will differ subject to the location you apply for and are allocated at random.
- You should only submit one application for the location that is most convenient for you to travel to and from.
Applications open: 21 February 2024
Applications close: 3 March 2024
Start date: 24th June, 8th July or 12th August
Birmingham
Requirements:
- Aged 18 or under
- Currently in academic years 10-13 (UK) or Scottish equivalent (S4-S6)
- Available to participate for the full 5 days of the session (3 virtual/2 in office) during one of the following weeks in summer 2024: week commencing 24th June, 8th July or 12th August (dates will be allocated once places are confirmed)
- Available to attend your chosen office for 2 days (dates will be confirmed)
Additional information:
- The programme will run on a hybrid model with 2 days in person and 3 days delivered virtually. For the in-office experience, you will be getting hands on experience of what it is like working for HSBC through a placement across one of our many functions.
- Placement availability will differ subject to the location you apply for and are allocated at random.
- You should only submit one application for the location that is most convenient for you to travel to and from.
Applications open: 21 February 2024
Applications close: 3 March 2024
Start date: 24th June, 8th July or 12th August
London
Requirements:
- Aged 18 or under
- Currently in academic years 10-13 (UK) or Scottish equivalent (S4-S6)
- Available to participate for the full 5 days of the session (3 virtual/2 in office) during one of the following weeks in summer 2024: week commencing 24th June, 8th July or 12th August (dates will be allocated once places are confirmed)
- Available to attend your chosen office for 2 days (dates will be confirmed)
Additional information:
- The programme will run on a hybrid model with 2 days in person and 3 days delivered virtually. For the in-office experience, you will be getting hands on experience of what it is like working for HSBC through a placement across one of our many functions.
- Placement availability will differ subject to the location you apply for and are allocated at random.
- You should only submit one application for the location that is most convenient for you to travel to and from.
Applications open: 21 February 2024
Applications close: 3 March 2024
Start date: 24th June, 8th July or 12th August
Chester
Requirements:
- Aged 18 or under
- Currently in academic years 10-13 (UK) or Scottish equivalent (S4-S6)
- Available to participate for the full 5 days of the session (3 virtual/2 in office) during one of the following weeks in summer 2024: week commencing 24th June, 8th July or 12th August (dates will be allocated once places are confirmed)
- Available to attend your chosen office for 2 days (dates will be confirmed)
Additional information:
- The programme will run on a hybrid model with 2 days in person and 3 days delivered virtually. For the in-office experience, you will be getting hands on experience of what it is like working for HSBC through a placement across one of our many functions.
- Placement availability will differ subject to the location you apply for and are allocated at random.
- You should only submit one application for the location that is most convenient for you to travel to and from.
Applications open: 21 February 2024
Applications close: 3 March 2024
Start date: 24th June, 8th July or 12th August
Hamilton / Glasgow
Requirements:
- Aged 18 or under
- Currently in academic years 10-13 (UK) or Scottish equivalent (S4-S6)
- Available to participate for the full 5 days of the session (3 virtual/2 in office) week commencing 24th June 2024
- Available to attend your chosen office for 2 days (dates will be confirmed)
Additional information:
- The programme will run on a hybrid model with 2 days in person and 3 days delivered virtually. For the in-office experience, you will be getting hands on experience of what it is like working for HSBC through a placement across one of our many functions.
- Placement availability will differ subject to the location you apply for and are allocated at random.
- You should only submit one application for the location that is most convenient for you to travel to and from.
Applications open: 21 February 2024
Applications close: 3 March 2024
Start date: 24th June 2024
Leicester
Requirements:
- Aged 18 or under
- Currently in academic years 10-13 (UK) or Scottish equivalent (S4-S6)
- Available to participate for the full 5 days of the session (3 virtual/2 in office) during one of the following weeks in summer 2024: week commencing 24th June, 8th July or 12th August (dates will be allocated once places are confirmed)
- Available to attend your chosen office for 2 days (dates will be confirmed)
Additional information:
- The programme will run on a hybrid model with 2 days in person and 3 days delivered virtually. For the in-office experience, you will be getting hands on experience of what it is like working for HSBC through a placement across one of our many functions.
- Placement availability will differ subject to the location you apply for and are allocated at random.
- You should only submit one application for the location that is most convenient for you to travel to and from.
Applications open: 21 February 2024
Applications close: 3 March 2024
Start date: 24th June, 8th July or 12th August
Swansea
Requirements:
- Aged 18 or under
- Currently in academic years 10-13 (UK) or Scottish equivalent (S4-S6)
- Available to participate for the full 5 days of the session (3 virtual/2 in office) during one of the following weeks in summer 2024: week commencing 24th June, 8th July or 12th August (dates will be allocated once places are confirmed)
- Available to attend your chosen office for 2 days (dates will be confirmed)
Additional information:
- The programme will run on a hybrid model with 2 days in person and 3 days delivered virtually. For the in-office experience, you will be getting hands on experience of what it is like working for HSBC through a placement across one of our many functions.
- Placement availability will differ subject to the location you apply for and are allocated at random.
- You should only submit one application for the location that is most convenient for you to travel to and from.
Applications open: 21 February 2024
Applications close: 3 March 2024
Start date: 24th June, 8th July or 12th August
Who can apply?
This programme is aimed at those in the later years of full-time secondary, sixth form or college education who are keen to get an introduction to what a career in financial services may be like.
The Work Experience programme is delivered each Summer. Specific details regarding each opportunity are available when you apply.
To be considered for the programme, you will:
- Be in full-time education either at secondary school, sixth form or college at the time of the Work Experience commencing
- Be keen and motivated to find out more about HSBC and to be prepared to complete the application process, which will include an online assessment and if successful, a telephone interview
What to expect
Supported by experienced managers, you will be shadowing colleagues and encouraged to ask questions to help you understand more about HSBC. During the Work Experience, you will learn what it is like to work in one of our retail, commercial, operational or head office areas (subject to availability).
You will get to know HSBC – our values, our history and exactly what we do – and gain an insight into actual jobs that you would be doing if you came to work for us full-time. There will be an opportunity to develop your skills and grow your confidence.
Whether you decide to start an apprenticeship or go to university in the future, the Work Experience Programme is a great early insight into a potential career choice
Learning, development and support
Our programme will provide you with an insight into what it is like to work for a global bank, and help you to decide your future career options.
Over the course of the programme, we typically offer:
- Hands on Work Experience
- Develop skills and grow confidence
- Hints and tips on how to be successful during selection processes
- Opportunities to meet a range of HSBC employees and ask as many questions as you want to help you understand what working for HSBC is like and your potential future ambitions
About HSBC
Around the world, growth is bringing new prosperity; businesses are pioneering new trade routes; and new centres of wealth and influence are emerging. Throughout its history, HSBC employees have been dedicated to connecting customers to this growth, enabling business to thrive and economies to prosper. With 3,800 offices in 65 countries and territories, serving more than 38 million customers in both established and emerging markets, HSBC are well positioned to create sustainable growth whilst serving our customers.
HSBC aims to be a true reflection of the customers they serve and communities they operate in.
HSBC are looking for people with drive and aspiration, those who think, see, and do things differently and who can represent and relate to our diverse global customer base.
As a bank, HSBC enables businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, helping people fulfil their hopes and realise their ambitions. This means people are at the heart of everything they do.
HSBC encourages talent from all backgrounds to join their business. They believe that being open to a range of perspectives and cultures is vital for their business. They work hard to ensure that HSBC is a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities they serve. They want everyone to achieve their potential – regardless of their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identification, or age.
HSBC have found that Apprenticeship opportunities are one of the very best ways to equip people with the skills they need to succeed. These opportunities all provide an alternative to the classical A-level and university pathways; with a range of different learning methods designed to fit their way of learning such as workplace teaching, classroom-based learning, online courses, on the job training and independent study.
How to apply
To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button.
We encourage you to choose and apply for a location to which you can reasonably commute, as early as possible, as applications will close when all placements are filled. Please keep in mind we will not be able to offer placements in locations not listed.
Please note you must obtain approval from your school or college to undertake this Work Experience as it falls within the standard school/college term-time.
