Hong Kong Student Work Placement Programme (ID: 0000KSNO)

The Hong Kong Student Work Placement is for students looking for work experience with a leading global bank. The placement provides opportunities to gain some hands-on experience over six months, and develop your knowledge of banking and financial services.

For: Hong Kong SAR nationals from a recognised Hong Kong or overseas university.
Preferably undergraduate students, from any degree disciplines, graduating in 2026, 2027 or 2028

Duration: Six months

Business Areas:

Commercial Banking - Business Banking, Client Coverage, Corporate, Data and Analytics and Chief Operating Office

Wealth and Personal Banking – Customer Propositions, Distribution, Digital Channels, Retail Products and Insurance

Global Functions - Finance, Legal, Risk and Compliance, Public Affairs and Digital Business Services

Find out more about working in Commercial Banking, Wealth and Personal Banking, and Global Functions.

Location: Hong Kong
Placement starts: 2 July 2025

We encourage you to apply for this programme as soon as possible as we recruit on a rolling basis and may close applications before the advertised date if all vacancies are filled

What to expect

Supported by experienced managers, colleagues and a wide network of diverse peers, you'll be encouraged to take on responsibility and bring new ideas to the table. You will be valued as an individual and for the contribution you make. Work placements generally last around six months and may be eligible for credit equivalencies, subject to university requirements.

You can expect practical experience that will complement your academic studies, embedding our values while growing your career. During the placement, you will be challenged to use your talents and academic knowledge to add value to the bank and improve your professional and personal skills.

Learning, development and support

The placement will equip you with the skills and experience required to start a successful career with HSBC, as well as the opportunity to develop your professional network with colleagues around the world.

You will have the opportunity to build your skills and banking knowledge in a real working environment and to take on responsibilities in a selection of interesting projects.

HSBC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age. To provide an easy and accessible recruitment process, we are committed to offering reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you need us to adjust our recruitment process or provide additional support, please declare your disability in the application form.