We are part of one of the world’s leading financial services groups and a key player in the investment banking industry. With the business transformation that we started a couple years ago we have grown and diversified our franchise, and we have tightened our partnership with our clients becoming a key industry player, committed to delivering best-in-class solutions, including those required to accelerate the path to more sustainable business models. Santander Corporate & Investment Banking is one of the top investment banking firms globally. We have grown significantly throughout these years and invested in creating full-fledged and prestigious investment banking franchise, with experienced bankers and capabilities to provide financing and advisory services, supported by on-site teams on each of the activities we develop.
Joining Santander CIB means becoming part of a world-class team that supports the growth strategy of major companies and institutions by providing innovative and tailor made solutions. A unique opportunity to join an international network of experts that will help you take your career to the next level. If you are looking for a career in banking to make a difference, we would like to hear from you.
Launch your career in Investment Banking with Santander CIB
Graduate Programme
With open positions in more than 12 countries, our international graduates programme offers you a unique experience in a global investment bank. You will join a diverse and dynamic team, that will provide learning and development opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.
In your first year with us, you will gain an all-round understanding of the investment banking business through immersive training, participating in an array of exciting projects and initiatives.
We are looking for the best talent to support our growth ambition. Recent graduates or final-year students who are highly motivated to bring out-of-the-box perspectives. A strong interest in finance and solid analytical skills are highly valued. Commitment, teamwork, and excellent communication skills are also key to excel in a diverse and global environment such as Santander CIB.
Internship
Our summer internship is an 8 to 10 week programme aimed at students in their third to last year of undergraduate studies, or first year of a master’s degree. By joining this programme, you will gain real, in-depth experience in the investment banking business through immersive training, participating in an array of exciting projects and initiatives.
Apply now for an opportunity to join Santander CIB, a division of diverse and dynamic experts that will provide you an experience to grow both professionally and personally.
Live opportunities
Santander Corporate & Investment Banking: Spring Insight Week
Bright Network has teamed up with Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (SCIB) to provide 30 of our members who are interested in a career in investment banking with an opportunity to attend a 4-day insight week at the SCIB office. Successful applicants will have the chance to gain valuable insights into the firm’s inclusive and supportive culture, learn about the firm’s different business areas, hear from senior leaders, and have their application fast-tracked through the initial screening stage of their 2026 summer internship process. This event has been tailored to inspire our brightest members from diverse backgrounds to feel confident and empowered starting out on a career in corporate and investment banking. About SCIB Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (Santander CIB) is Santander’s global division that supports Corporate, Financial Institutions and Financial Sponsors clients, offering tailored services and value-added wholesale products suited to their complexity and sophistication, while adhering to responsible banking standards that contribute to the progress of society. Santander Corporate & Investment Banking are part of one of the world’s leading financial services groups and a key player in the investment banking industry. With the business transformation that we started a couple years ago we have grown and diversified our franchise, and we have tightened our partnership with our clients becoming a key industry player, committed to delivering best-in-class solutions, including those required to accelerate the path to more sustainable business models. Joining Santander CIB means becoming part of a world-class team that supports the growth strategy of major companies and institutions by providing innovative and tailor made solutions. A unique opportunity to join an international network of experts that will help you take your career to the next level. If you are looking for a career in banking to make a difference, we would like to hear from you. Why attend? Get a head-start in the application process by gaining valuable industry insights and be fast-tracked past the initial application screening stage Be exposed to different areas of the bank and have the opportunity to shadow various desks within a division to see what goes on behind the scenes including – Markets, Banking and Corporate Finance, Global Debt Finance and Global Transaction Banking Participate in multiple opportunities that will help practice and develop your soft skills such as networking, presenting and interviewing Learn about the industry through speaker sessions, panel discussions, mentoring groups and interactive activities Get insights on how to excel in the application process Find out more about SCIB's business areas. Schedule This programme will take place across 4 days, from the 14th to the 17th of April 2025. Timings 10am to 4pm each day Agenda Each day will focus on immersing you into each one of SCIB's four key business areas to help you find out if a career in Investment Banking at Santander aligns to your aspirations, values and future goals. Each day will include networking, skills workshops, shadowing, active participation in case studies and plenty of opportunities to ask questions to gain a real picture of what it’s like to be a part of the team. Each candidate will have a mentor to help them get the most out of the experience. The final day will include a session designed to support your journey to the Internship & acing the Assessment Centre. Please note: by applying for the event, you are committing to attending the event in full. Who can attend? Undergraduate students from underrepresented backgrounds, including those who received free school meals, are the first generation in their family to go to university, or attended a state school Including but not limited to those studying STEM, business, economics and social sciences Graduating in 2027 On track for a 2.1 or above and have demonstrated academic excellence throughout their education Have a real motivation for joining the investment banking industry Travel details The event will take place across 4 days at the SCIB offices - 2 Triton Square, Regents Place, London, NW1 3AN. For travel to the event, SCIB will support with travel and hotel expenses (up to £100 per person per day, however more support can be provided on a case-by-case basis if needed). More details will be shared if you are successful in gaining a place. How to apply To secure your spot at the event, click the Apply Now button at the top of the page and complete the application form. Spaces are limited, so we recommend you apply as early as possible in case applications close early.