2026 HSBC Singapore Student Work Placement (Polytechnic)

The Singapore Student Work Placement lasts 5 months and allows you to apply your academic knowledge in a real banking environment, make meaningful contributions to our teams, and build the professional and personal skills you'll need for your future career.

High performing individuals will have the opportunity to be converted to our Singapore Apprenticeship Programme upon graduation in 2027.

• Area of interest: Relationship Management
• Business area: Multiple Business Areas
• Duration: 5 – 6 months
• Placement Period: September 2026 to February 2027
• Location: Singapore
• Application close: 30 June 2026
• Areas: International Wealth and Premier Banking, Corporate and Institutional Banking, and Group Infrastructure

Who you are

We're looking for enthusiastic students who are eager to learn, get involved and contribute to a professional environment.

You could be a great fit if you're:

• A natural collaborator who enjoys working closely with people to solve problems and deliver solutions
• A clear communicator who can simplify complex information in writing and conversation
• Eager to learn, ask questions, expand your knowledge and grow your skillset
• A people person who enjoys building relationships and developing your own authentic style

What you'll do

You'll gain hands-on exposure to real HSBC projects, develop workplace confidence and build skills like teamwork, communication, organisation and stakeholder interaction. You'll learn from experienced professionals and get valuable insight into how HSBC operates day-to-day.

Across 20 – 24 weeks, you will:

• Gain practical experience that complements your academic studies
• Take on real responsibilities and contribute to meaningful projects
• Apply both your behavioural skills and academic knowledge to create value for HSBC
• Be recognised for who you are and the contribution you make

Where you could work

You'll have the opportunity to directly join and contribute to one of our business areas below:

• International Wealth and Premier Banking
  • Global Asset Management
  • HSBC Life (including Actuarial)
  • Private Bank
• Corporate and Institutional Banking
  • Global Payments Solutions
  • Wholesale
• Group Infrastructure
  • Central Management Services and Office
  • Chief Information Office
  • Chief Operating Office
  • Communications
  • Finance
  • Risk and Compliance

Requirements

• Be available to work full-time from September 2026 for a duration of 20 to 24 weeks.
• Final year students from a recognised Polytechnic in Singapore studying in any discipline.
• Have the legal right to work in Singapore.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we recruit on a rolling basis and may close applications before the advertised date once all vacancies are filled. To understand our application and the assessment process, or to discover more about opportunities at HSBC, please visit https://www.hsbc.com/careers/students-and-graduates

You'll achieve more when you join HSBC.

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