Company Introduction:
We’re home to Asia's most dynamic and vibrant capital markets.
Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day.
HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: "To Connect, Promote and Progress our Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all."
Job Summary:
Job Duties:
HKEX Summer Internship Programme offers interns an unique experience in global markets, with the opportunity to learn, develop new skills, take on direct responsibility for work and projects, and be part of a fun and ambitious team right at the heart of global markets. In joining us, you will gain insight into life at work at HKEX, while developing practical on-the-job experience.
The programme kicks off in June and continues through into August. The maximum employment period for each intern is 10 weeks.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Are penultimate-year students graduating between September 2027 and July 2028 from any degree discipline
- Are on track to achieve a minimum GPA of 3.5 (out of a GPA 4.0 scale), Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent.
- Demonstrate commercial awareness and an interest in global financial markets
- Possess strong ownership, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Are adaptable, open-minded and eager to embrace new challenges
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Demonstrate excellent command of written and spoken English
Divisions (Teams) available:
- Corporate Communications - Internal & Digital
- Finance - Financial Reporting
- Finance - Investor Relations
- Finance - Treasury
- Group Strategy
- Human Resources
- Legal & Secretarial Services
- Listing - IPO Vetting
- Listing - Listing Operational Risk & Control
- Listing - Listing Regulation & Enforcement
- Listing - Policy & Secretariat Services
- Listing - Structured Products & Fixed Income
- Markets - FIC Product Development
- Markets - Equities Solutions / Equities Product Development
- Markets - Global Client Development / Global Issuer Services
- Markets - Markets Management Office
- Markets - Connect
- Operations - Client Services
- Operations - Enforcement
- Operations - Post Trade
- Operations - Trading Operations / Development
- Platform & Market Structure Development - Data Business
- Risk & Compliance - Financial Risk Management
- Risk & Compliance - Technology Risk Management
- Sustainability - CR & Foundation
Here's What You Can Expect
- Benefit from tailored learning experiences, networking opportunities and hands-on project exposure in a collaborative environment that supports your growth and development.
- Gain firsthand experience at the centre of Hong Kong's financial markets, working alongside professionals across one of the world's leading exchange groups.
- Challenge yourself through meaningful work, embrace new opportunities and develop the skills, adaptability and confidence to succeed in a dynamic environment.
- High-performing interns may be considered for future opportunities, including potential return offers and progression into the HKEX Graduate Associate Programme.
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HKEX is committed as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is one of our core values and we look to support, respect diverse perspectives, abilities, culture and experiences within our workplace.
Location:
HKEX - Exchange SquareShift:
N/AScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Worker Type:
Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)Skills Required
- Penultimate-year student graduating between September 2027 and July 2028
- Minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale, Second Class Honours Upper Division, or equivalent
- Commercial awareness and interest in global financial markets
- Strong ownership, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Adaptability, open-mindedness, and willingness to embrace new challenges
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team
- Excellent written and spoken English
Hong Kong Exchanges Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Hong Kong Exchanges and has not been reviewed or approved by Hong Kong Exchanges.
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Retirement Support — Employer retirement contributions and provident fund structures are described as notably above statutory baselines, with certain entities in the group offering even higher employer pension rates. This strengthens perceived long-term value and helps total compensation feel more robust.
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Healthcare Strength — Core coverage includes medical and dental insurance alongside life and personal-accident protection, with health checkups and comprehensive plans highlighted. This breadth of health protection is seen as a meaningful pillar of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid leave spans multiple categories, including parental and volunteering time, in addition to standard annual and sick leave. This variety adds non-cash value and supports work-life needs.
Hong Kong Exchanges Insights
What We Do
HKEX Group is a global exchange group, operating dynamic and integrated financial markets in Asia and Europe. From our home in the financial hub of Hong Kong and an additional base in London, we provide world-class facilities for trading and clearing securities and derivatives in Equities, Commodities, Fixed Income and Currency. Uniquely positioned at the intersection of Chinese and international capital flows, Hong Kong has long been Connecting China with the World. With the accelerated opening-up of China’s capital markets, HKEX continues to be at the forefront of this historic transition, which we believe will Shape the Global Market Landscape
