At Vontobel, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. That’s why we’re excited to welcome passionate, ambitious, and curious students into our Early Careers Internship Program. Whether you’re fascinated by finance or legal & compliance this program offers you the chance to collaborate with a dynamic team, receive personalized support, and contribute to projects that truly matter.
Over 6 months, starting on 1 March 2027, you’ll gain hands-on experience and insights into the financial industry while building lasting connections in a globally recognized investment firm.
What would your role be?
As part of the internship, you will:
- Support the Client Lifecycle Management process by assisting in account openings, KYC and periodic reviews, and PEP/adverse media screenings.
- Contribute to AML and Sanctions investigations, including the review of alerts and escalation of potential hits.
- Assist in Transaction Monitoring, helping to identify, analyze, and document unusual or suspicious activity.
- Prepare or support suspicious activity reports (SARs) and contribute to the documentation of findings, analysis, and recommendations.
- Support the development and maintenance of AML procedures and internal controls, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to ongoing Compliance and FCC projects, including system enhancements, reporting, and process improvements.
- Collaborate with colleagues across Compliance, Risk, and Front Office functions to resolve complex cases and strengthen the control environment.
- Learn from industry professionals through mentoring, workshops, and networking sessions.
What are we looking for?
What you bring
- We are seeking highly motivated students that share our values:
- Ownership: You are curious and get involved. You ask why a process works the way it does, offer to help where your team needs it, and see your own projects through from start to finish.
- Tenacity: You are driven and self-dependent. When the data doesn’t add up or the first approach fails, you look for another way and you come back with an answer.
- Foresight: You are a pro-active self-starter with a can-do mentality. You spot what’s coming and you take the initiative to solve it before it becomes a problem.
What sets you apart
- AI literacy: You use AI tools to research, analyze and draft faster, and you double-check their output before you rely on it.
- Collaboration: You work well with others and build your network. You reach out to colleagues beyond your own team, learn how other parts of the bank work, and share what you find.
What you need to apply
- You are enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program, or graduated within the last two years, in finance, technology or a related field.
- You have a genuine interest in the financial sector.
- You are fluent in English, written and spoken. German, French or Italian is a plus.
- You hold a valid work permit for the location you are applying to.
What do we offer?
At Vontobel, we strive to create an inspiring environment where you can thrive. Here’s what you can expect:
- Prime Zurich location: Modern collaboration spaces, and free on-site canteen offering freshly prepared lunches to keep you energized.
- Supportive and inclusive culture: Be part of a friendly, diverse team that values individuality and collaboration in an open-office setting.
- Tools for success: Access the latest technology and resources to excel in your role.
- Networking opportunities: join our NextGen community and meet other interns for lunch.
- Flat hierarchy and innovation: Collaborate at all levels and contribute to exciting projects in an agile, future-focused work environment.
- Paid internship: we offer standardized salary for all early career interns including free lunch.
The application period for the 2027 Early Careers Internship Program runs from 5 to 15 November. As applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and positions may close early, we encourage you to apply early. You may submit a maximum of two applications across all internship positions.
Why Vontobel?
At Vontobel, you are building better futures for our clients and society, as well as for yourself. As a family-owned and publicly listed company with over 2,000 professionals based in 29 locations globally and headquartered in Zurich, we’re committed to long-term thinking and sustainability.
Our diverse team values unique perspectives, and we hire individuals determined to deliver in a dynamic and changing world. Even if you don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply if you’re enthusiastic about the role.
Do you want to be Vontobel?
Thank you for applying to Vontobel. We will carefully review your application and will respond to you in a timely manner.
At Vontobel, we are an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.
We value the many voices within our teams and are committed to creating an environment where everyone who wants to be part of our performance culture can be themselves. It is based on mutual respect and zero tolerance for any form of discrimination.
If you have any questions you can contact us through our contact form.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program, or graduated within the last two years
- Degree or studies in finance, technology, or a related field
- Genuine interest in the financial sector
- Fluent written and spoken English
- Valid work permit for the application location
- German, French, or Italian language skills
What We Do
Vontobel is an international investment management firm with Swiss roots, providing investment, advisory and solution capabilities to private and institutional clients. With our investment-led approach that focuses exclusively on the buy-side of financial markets, we think and act purely from the client’s perspective – as an investor for investors. This includes continually rethinking how to empower investors – something we have engaged in for over 100 years. Harnessing the power of technology allows us to deploy our investment expertise across multiple platforms and ecosystems, while aiming to offer an individualized and high-quality client experience. Our conviction that successful investing begins with the assumption of personal responsibility means we focus on empowering employees to unlock their potential, take ownership of their work, and bring opportunities to life. We continuously scrutinize our achievements as we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients. Important legal notice: This publication is deemed to be marketing material within the meaning of Article 68 of the Swiss Financial Services Act and is provided for informational purposes only. We will be happy to provide you with additional information about the specified financial products, such as the prospectus or the basic information sheet, free of charge, at any time
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