Banking, Investment Banking, Spring Insight, 1st Year Programme, London - United Kingdom, 2026

Citigroup Inc.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services provider is offering a Spring Insight Programme in London for motivated individuals looking to explore career options in finance. Participants will gain hands-on experience and mentorship, taking part in projects and meetings while enhancing their understanding of the financial industry. Ideal candidates are in their first or second year of higher education and are eager to grow personally and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Participate in team meetings, projects, and presentations.
• Work shadow and network with mentors.
• Experience life at Citi in various divisions.

Skills

Desire to develop a deep understanding of the financial industry

Intellectual curiosity

Strong communication skills

Planning skills

Organizational skills

Commitment to personal growth

Integrity and ethical decision-making

Education

1st year of a 3-year course or 2nd year of a 4-year undergraduate course

Job description

You’re the brains behind our work…

You're ready to bring your knowledge from the classroom to the boardroom, and Citi wants to help you get there. Whether it’s honing your skills or building your network, we know that success can’t come without growth. Our programs equip you with the knowledge and training you need to play a valuable role on your team and establish a long‑term career here. At Citi, we value internal mobility, and career growth is not a question of if, but when. Our Spring Insight Programme provides the opportunity for you to explore what it is like to work in the financial services. During the programme you will enhance your knowledge and gain the skills you need to get you through the assessment process at Citi.

We provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed…

Here at Citi, we want to ensure you are given true insight to help you decide where you want to start your career. During our Spring Insight Programme you will be given a phenomenal opportunity to experience first‑hand Citi’s culture, business divisions, employees and networks.

Our Spring Insight Programme will run for 4 days in person at our London office. You must be available to attend all 4 days. Programme dates to be confirmed.

Your time here will look something like this…

We want you to get the most out of this programme. You can expect to be paired up with a Citi mentor and participate in team meetings, projects, and presentations. As part of the mentoring process, you will also have the ability to work shadow and network. We want you to experience life at Citi, so when you join us in our summer, placement, and graduate programmes you will know what to expect and what a career at Citi looks like.

We want to hear from you if…

• You are in your 1st year of a 3 year course or 2nd year of a 4 year undergraduate course.

Who we think will be a great fit…

We're looking for motivated individuals, who are eager to learn and experience working in a global organization. We’ll also be looking for the following:

• Desire to develop a deep understanding of the financial industry
• Intellectual curiosity and proactive approach to searching for new and creative ideas
• Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills
• Commitment to personal growth and career development
• Unquestioned commitment to integrity and ethical decision‑making

Applications will close on Sunday, 9 November 2025. We will begin to review applications on a rolling basis. Please ensure you have submitted a copy of your CV with your application.

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