Standard Chartered Wants You for a 10‑Week Internship in Johannesburg
Standard Chartered is offering a 10‑week summer internship in Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) for South African students. If you are in your second‑to‑last year of university, you could get a front‑line look at how big banks help companies and institutions with finance, trade and markets. The internship starts in June 2026, runs for 10 weeks, and is located in Johannesburg. It is a great way to learn about banking and possibly land a full‑time job in July 2027.
Who Is Standard Chartered?
Standard Chartered has been around for more than 170 years and works in 54 different countries. The bank serves over 20,000 clients around the world, from governments and businesses to other banks and investors. It is known for doing business in a fair, ethical way and for listening to people from all backgrounds.
What the Internship Covers
During the internship you will join the Client Coverage teams. These teams keep relationships with companies and financial institutions. You will see how the bank offers:
- Loans and cash flow help for businesses
- Trade and cash management services
- Products in financial markets
- Ways to control risk
- Capital market and advisory work
Many students who finish this internship come back to join Standard Chartered as full‑time employees.
What the Program Looks Like
Over 10 weeks you will:
- Attend an official welcome and learning schedule
- Take classroom lessons about bank products and tools
- Work on real projects with guidance from managers and mentors
- Meet senior leaders and other interns for networking
- Take part in community events and team activities
Teams You Could Join
Corporate Coverage
Here you will help big and mid‑size companies find banking solutions such as loans, trade finance, cash services and advice.
Financial Institutions Coverage
In this team you will work with other banks, insurance firms, asset managers, and private equity groups to provide finance, risk, cash and investment help.
Internship Roles You Can Pick
Assistant Relationship Manager
Key tasks include:
- Helping senior managers with client meetings and deals
- Working on account plans and project details
- Keeping in touch with clients and product experts
- Looking for new business chances
Credit Analyst
Key tasks include:
- Assisting with risk checks for credit
- Building deal structures and checking current client status
- Doing finance and industry risk reviews
- Learning how environmental and reputational risk affect decisions
Who Should Apply?
You must be a student in your second‑to‑last year, ready to start the internship in June 2026. You should also be able to start a full‑time job with the bank in July 2027. You need a good academic record and should be active in clubs or projects outside class. Being a good problem solver, a tidy thinker, and a team player helps a lot. Strong speaking, writing and project management skills are also useful. Finally, you must have the legal right to work in South Africa.
All degree majors are welcome to apply.
Why You’ll Like This Internship
As an intern you get:
- A fair pay package and benefits that match the bank’s standards
- Medical, retirement and life insurance help
- At least 30 days of paid leave every year, plus public holidays
- Flexibility to work in person or from home when possible
- Access to wellbeing resources and mental health support worldwide
- Continuous chances to learn new skills and plan your future career
- A workplace that values diversity, inclusion and honesty
Apply Now
If you feel ready to join this internship, click here to apply for the Client Coverage Internship Programme South Africa 2026. Applications close on 1 March 2026. Good luck!