Ready to take the next step in your career and make your mark in the financial world?
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:
Rotate through the Legal & Compliance Advisory teams in Zurich, spending around two months each with the teams supporting Private and Institutional Clients, Investments, and Structured Solutions and Transaction Banking, and gain a broad view of how a Swiss bank manages legal and regulatory risk.
Support the advisory teams in answering legal and regulatory questions from the business, including research on Swiss and international financial market law under the supervision of experienced lawyers and compliance officers.
Assist in reviewing client and product documentation, contracts and marketing materials to ensure they comply with legal, regulatory and internal requirements.
Contribute to the assessment of new products, services and business initiatives, including cross-border activities across our locations in Europe, the US, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific.
Monitor regulatory developments from FINMA, the EU and other relevant authorities, and assist in reviewing their impact on the business.
Support key initiatives within Legal & Compliance Advisory, including the use of AI tools to make advisory and review processes more efficient.
Collaborate across teams to tackle challenging business problems.
Learn from experts in Legal & Compliance through mentorship.
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…