Banking Internship

Launch Your Career in Banking


Program Overview

Banking Sector Overview

The banking sector is the backbone of the global economy, facilitating financial transactions, managing investments, and providing essential services to individuals and businesses worldwide. This dynamic industry offers diverse career paths across retail banking, corporate finance, investment banking, risk management, and fintech innovation.
Banks play a crucial role in economic development by mobilizing savings, allocating capital efficiently, and managing financial risks. The sector is continuously evolving with digital transformation, regulatory changes, and innovative financial technologies reshaping traditional banking models.

🏦 Commercial Banking

Work with retail and corporate clients, handling deposits, loans, and financial services.

📈 Investment Banking

Support mergers, acquisitions, IPOs, and capital raising for corporations and institutions.

💼 Wealth Management

Provide personalized financial planning and investment advice to high-net-worth clients.


Internship Program Overview

Our comprehensive internship program is designed to provide aspiring finance professionals with hands-on experience in real-world banking operations. The program spans 12-16 weeks and offers rotations across multiple departments to give interns a holistic understanding of banking operations.
Program Duration: 12-16 weeks (Summer, Fall, or Spring intake);
Commitment: Full-time (40 hours/week) or Part-time (20 hours/week);
Location: Vietnam, Asia-Pacific region, and global business hubs;
Eligibility: Undergraduate students (2nd year onwards), recent graduates, or graduate students pursuing finance, economics, business administration, or related fields.

Program Modules

Core Banking Operations

Retail Banking Services: Customer account management, lending processes, and branch operations;
Corporate Banking: Business credit analysis, relationship management, and commercial lending;
Treasury Operations: Cash management, liquidity monitoring, and payment systems;
Compliance & Regulatory Affairs: AML/KYC procedures, regulatory reporting, and internal controls.

Investment Banking & Capital Markets

Mergers & Acquisitions: Deal structuring, financial modeling, and due diligence
Equity & Debt Capital Markets: IPO processes, bond issuance, and market analysis
Trading & Sales: Market making, client servicing, and trade execution
Research & Analysis: Industry reports, company valuations, and investment recommendations

Risk Management & Analytics

Credit Risk: Portfolio analysis, credit scoring models, and default probability assessment;
Market Risk: Value-at-Risk calculations, stress testing, and sensitivity analysis;
Operational Risk: Process evaluation, control testing, and incident management;
Data Analytics: Predictive modeling, customer segmentation, and business intelligence.

Digital Banking & Innovation

Fintech Solutions: Digital payment systems, blockchain applications, and API integration;
Product Development: User experience design, feature testing, and product launches;
Cybersecurity: Security protocols, fraud detection, and incident response;
Data Science: Machine learning applications, algorithmic trading, and customer analytics.

Benefits & Outcomes

Benefits & Outcomes

• Mentorship from senior banking professionals with 10+ years of industry experience;
• Structured training programs covering technical skills, soft skills, and industry knowledge;
• Networking opportunities with executives, alumni, and industry leaders;
• Professional certifications support (CFA, FRM, or equivalent prep courses);
Regular performance feedback and career guidance sessions.

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive monthly stipends depending on location and role;
• Performance bonuses for outstanding contributions;
• Transportation and meal allowances, depending on banks and locations;
• Health insurance coverage during the internship period;
• Access to corporate facilities including gym, cafeteria, and learning centers, depend on banks and locations.

Career Outcomes

• High conversion rate to full-time positions (60-80% for top performers);
• Letter of recommendation from department head;
• Completion certificate recognized across the industry;
• Portfolio of real projects to showcase to future employers;
• Alumni network access for ongoing career support;
• Priority consideration for graduate programs and leadership tracks.

Types of Internships

Summer Internship

Duration: 10-12 weeks (June-August).
Best For: Students seeking intensive full-time experience during summer break.
Focus: Project-based work with deliverables and presentations to senior management.

Semester Internship

Duration: 12-16 weeks (Fall or Spring semester).
Best For: Students who can commit part-time alongside their studies or full-time during gap semesters.
Focus: Ongoing support role with gradual increase in responsibilities.

Rotational Internship

Duration: 16-24 weeks with 4-8 week rotations.
Best For: Students exploring different banking functions before specializing.
Focus: Exposure to multiple departments including retail, corporate, and investment banking.

Graduate Internship 

Duration: 6-12 months.
Best For: Recent graduates or graduate students seeking pre-MBA experience.
Focus: Advanced analytical projects and leadership development track.


Career Opportunities


Career Paths in Banking
  • Retail Banking: Branch Manager, Personal Banking Officer, Loan Officer, Customer Service Manager
  • Corporate Banking: Relationship Manager, Credit Analyst, Trade Finance Specialist, Treasury Officer
  • Investment Banking: M&A Analyst, ECM/DCM Associate, Research Analyst, Trading Associate
  • Risk Management: Credit Risk Analyst, Market Risk Manager, Compliance Officer, Internal Auditor
  • Private Banking: Wealth Manager, Investment Advisor, Portfolio Manager, Trust Officer
  • Technology: Business Analyst, Product Manager, Data Scientist, Cybersecurity Specialist

State-Owned Banks in Vietnam
  • Agribank: Vietnam Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
  • BIDV: Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam
  • Vietcombank: Leading commercial bank with extensive international presence
  • VietinBank: Vietnam Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Industry and Trade

Commercial Banks in Vietnam
  • Saigon-Hanoi Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SHB): A significant private commercial bank.
  • Vietnam International Bank (VIB): Provides a wide range of finance, banking, and insurance services through its network of branches and offices.
  • Vietnam Technological and Commercial Joint Stock Bank (Techcombank): A leading private bank that has pioneered digital banking and has a strong retail focus
  • Tien Phong Commercial Joint Stock Bank (TP Bank): A pioneer in digital banking with innovative financial products.
  • An Binh Commercial Joint Stock Bank (ABBank): Provides various consumer and corporate banking services. 
  • Maritime Bank – Vietnam Maritime Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MSB):  offers a wide range of retail and corporate banking services, including loans, deposits, cards, foreign exchange, and insurance products
  • Fortune Vietnam Commercial Bank- LPBank
  • Saigon Commercial Bank- NCB
  • Viet Nam Thuong Tin Bank- VietBank
  • Viet A Bank- VAB
  • DongA Bank
  • Bao Viet Bank JSC
  • Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MB Bank): A private bank with a modern app, known for quick transfers and good interest rates on savings.
  • Asia Commercial Bank (ACB): A leading private bank with a strong focus on retail and SME lending.
  • Vietnam Prosperity Joint-Stock Commercial Bank (VPBank): Another major private bank in Vietnam.
  • Housing Development Commercial Joint Stock Bank (HDBank): A prominent private commercial bank.
  • Sai Gon Thuong Tin Commercial Joint-stock Bank (Sacombank): A well-known private bank.
  • KienLongBank: Vietnamese commercial bank
  • LienVietPostBank: is a Vietnamese bank that was merged from Lien Viet Commercial Joint Stock Bank and Vietnam Post and Telecommunications Group (VNPT).
  • Southeast Asia Bank-SeABank
  • Nam A Bank
  • Vietnam Public Commercial Bank-PVComBank
  • Ban Viet Bank- BVBank
  • Prosperity and Growth Bank – PG Bank
  • Saigon Bank for Industry and Trade-SaigonBank/SGB

 Joint-venture Banks in Vietnam
  • Indovina Bank (IVB):  Joint-venture bank between VietinBank and Taiwan’s Cathay United Bank.
  • Vietnam-Russia Joint Venture Bank (VRB): A joint-venture bank involving Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam (BIDV), accounts for 50% and Bank for Foreign Trade of Russia (VTB) with 50% of chartered capital.B B
  • Laos – Vietnam Joint Venture Bank (LaoVietBank)ank

Branch of Foreign Banks in Vietnam

  • Shinhan Bank Vietnam (South Korea)
  • HSBC Vietnam (UK)
  • Standard Chartered Vietnam (UK)
  • WooriBank Vietnam (South Korea)
  • CIMB Vietnam (Malaysia)
  • Public Bank Vietnam (Malaysia)
  • Hong Leong Bank Vietnam (Malaysia)
  • UOB Vietnam (Singapore)
  • Citibank Vietnam (USA)
  • KBank Vietnam (Thailand)
  • Bangkok Bank Vietnam (Thailand)
  • Deutsche Bank AG Vietnam Branch (Germany)

Global Banking Institutions
  • HSBC: Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation
  • Standard Chartered: British multinational banking and financial services
  • Citibank: Consumer banking division of Citigroup
  • ANZ: Australia and New Zealand Banking Group
  • Shinhan Bank: Major South Korean banking institution
Investment Banks & Financial Institutions
  • Goldman Sachs: Global investment banking leader
  • J.P. Morgan: Leading global financial services firm
  • Morgan Stanley: Global financial services corporation
  • Credit Suisse: Swiss multinational investment bank
  • UBS: Swiss multinational investment bank and financial services
  • Deutsche Bank: German multinational investment bank
Asia-Pacific Regional Banks
  • DBS Bank: Development Bank of Singapore
  • OCBC Bank: Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation
  • UOB: United Overseas Bank Singapore
  • Maybank: Malayan Banking Berhad
  • Bangkok Bank: Thailand’s largest commercial bank
International Financial Institutions
  • World Bank: International financial institution providing loans and grants
  • IMF: International Monetary Fund
  • ADB: Asian Development Bank
  • IFC: International Finance Corporation

Positions and JDs

  • Financial Analyst
  • Corporate Banking Associate
  • Wealth Management Advisor
  • Relationship Manager
  • Digital Banking Specialist
  • Risk Management Officer
  • Private Equity Associate
  • Venture Capital Analyst
  • Hedge Fund Analyst
  • Corporate Finance Manager
  • Financial Controller
  • Credit Analyst
  • International Banking Officer
  • Trade Finance Specialist
  • Financial Institutions Analyst
  • Development Finance Associate
  • Sovereign Risk Analyst
  • Global Markets Associate


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