Global Finance Trainee

EF; Zürich; On-site; CHF 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EF's Global Finance Program in Zurich invites ambitious graduates to join an 18-month, rotational trainee experience. You will work across Financial Analysis, Planning, Accounting and Business Analytics, gaining hands-on exposure from day one.

You will rotate through EF finance hubs worldwide, with mentorship from senior finance leaders and opportunities to contribute to cross-border projects across languages and cultures.

Qualifications

• University degree in finance, accounting, or other relevant major.
• Internship or professional experience preferred.
• Interest in international finance career.
• Strong analytical and logical thinking.
• Fluency in English; another language preferred.
• International work/study experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Explore roles across finance areas such as Financial Analysis, Planning, Accounting and Analytics.
• Participate in international summits with program participants and EF colleagues.
• Receive ongoing mentorship from senior finance management.
• Gain exposure to EF’s business units across languages and cultures.

Skills

Analytical thinking

International work experience

Fluent English

Education

University degree in finance or accounting

Job description

Job Description

Global Finance Program

August/September 2027

If you are looking to kick-start an international career in finance and make an impact early on, then EF’s 18-months rotational Global Trainee Program in Finance could be for you. Tailored to give broad exposure to multiple finance areas, this program allows you to explore three roles across different EF finance hubs and business units.

Europe-based candidates begin in Zurich, London, or Malta, and will rotate to finance hubs and local offices in Europe, North- or South America, or Asia.

The Role

Be prepared for a steep learning curve. You will be given ownership early on, and as you progress, you will take on more hands‑on and challenging tasks. Exposure to different business units ranging from large established products to smaller startup‑like projects will enhance your learning, give you visibility into EF’s entrepreneurial culture, and help you develop a wide range of skills needed for a future leadership position.

In the Global Finance Program, you will…

• Explore roles in Financial Analysis and Planning, Pricing and Cost Control, Business Analytics and Strategy, Accounting, Finance Transformation, and more
• Participate in international summits with fellow program participants and EF colleagues from around the world, to further your professional development and build a close network of EF professionals
• Receive ongoing mentorship and support from our senior finance management
• Gain exposure to our business units, including Language schools, Academic degrees, Cultural exchange programs, and Educational travel

Working in finance at EF gives you the opportunity to take on a variety of leadership positions and you will help drive the business from day one. Upon successful completion of the Global Finance Program, you are guaranteed a challenging position in one of our finance hubs across the world. EF’s global footprint, entrepreneurial culture, and strong business growth create unparalleled career paths for young professionals.

What We Seek In a Candidate

• You have a university degree in finance, accounting, or other relevant major
• You preferably bring applicable internship/professional experience
• You want to pursue an international career in finance
• You have exceptional analytical and logical thinking skills
• You are fluent in English (fluency in one additional language is preferred)
• You ideally have international work and/or study experience
• You are flexible and naturally curious
• You are eligible to work in Europe without visa sponsorship

Who You Are

• You have an entrepreneurial spirit and take ownership. You make decisions with pride and purpose, as if the business were your own
• You are results‑driven and hands‑on, and you believe nothing is impossible when you combine the right attitude with creativity and grit
• You are a natural collaborator who brings out the best in the people around you and pushes each other to higher standards
• You are service‑minded and enjoy connecting with people at all levels, from customers to colleagues across the globe
• You bring curiosity and innovation to problem‑solving, always looking for ways to take things to the next level
• You thrive in fast‑paced, multicultural environments and find energy in the diversity of perspectives and experiences around you
• You are passionate about what we do and that passion shows in everything you bring to your role every day