Early Careers Internship Program Data & AI Platform (80-100%)

Bank Vontobel; Zürich; On-site; CHF 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Zurich office

Free on-site canteen lunch

Paid internship

NextGen networking

Job summary

Bank Vontobel offers a six-month Early Careers Internship starting 1 March 2027 in Zurich. You will work with the AI Platform team to build AI agents, connect knowledge sources, test prompts and contribute to templates and documentation. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration, and responsible AI practices.

You will develop AI and cloud technology skills through hands-on work, workshops, and networking opportunities in a supportive, inclusive environment with a paid internship.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program or graduated within the last two years in finance, technology or related field.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken; German/French/Italian a plus.

Responsibilities

• Help build and improve AI agents and automation prototypes using Copilot Studio and Azure AI Foundry.
• Support connection of approved knowledge sources so AI agents retrieve information securely.
• Test prompts and agent responses against scenarios and document findings to improve quality and reliability.
• Contribute to reusable agent templates, technical documentation, and how-to guides for colleagues.
• Assist in platform monitoring and troubleshooting, following security and responsible AI standards.
• Collaborate with technical and business colleagues to explore practical AI solutions.
• Develop AI and cloud skills through hands-on work, workshops, and networking opportunities.

Skills

AI literacy

Collaboration

Ownership

Tenacity

Foresight

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's/Master's student in finance/tech

Tools

Copilot Studio

Azure AI Foundry

Job description

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, artificial intelligence or technology, 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?

• Help build and improve AI agents and automation prototypes using tools such as Microsoft Copilot Studio and Azure AI Foundry, with guidance from the AI Platform team.
• Support the preparation and connection of approved knowledge sources so AI agents can retrieve relevant information securely.
• Test prompts and agent responses against example scenarios, document findings, and help improve answer quality and reliability.
• Contribute to reusable agent templates, technical documentation, and how-to guides that help colleagues build on the AI platform.
• Support platform monitoring and troubleshooting, helping the team investigate issues and follow security and responsible AI standards.
• Collaborate with technical and business colleagues to understand their needs and explore practical AI solutions to everyday challenges.
• Develop your AI and cloud technology skills through hands‑on work, team guidance, workshops, and networking opportunities.

What you bring

• 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?

• 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.

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 orien