Transaction Banking - Securities Services - Internship

HSBC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

HSBC in Singapore offers a 10-week Internship in Transaction Banking – Securities Services. You’ll work directly on real post-trade projects, gaining hands-on experience from day one and joining a dedicated product team.

Eligible students should be available for 10 weeks from May 2027 and meet GPA requirements. This internship provides exposure to global banking, client service, risk awareness, and cross-team collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a natural collaborator and relationship builder.
• Effective communicator with ability to translate complex info.
• Ownership mindset: take initiative and bring new ideas.
• Eager to learn and expand knowledge across teams.
• Analytical thinker who uses data to drive improvement.
• Process-savvy with ability to streamline processes.

Responsibilities

• Understand investment opportunities and how assets are kept secure.
• Own a real project and gain hands-on experience with key products and services.
• Explore how innovation, tech, and digital tools serve clients better.
• Work on projects linked to Custody, Funds & Depository Services, Agency Lending & Liquidity, and more.
• See how post-trade services connect clients to investment opportunities while ensuring safety.

Skills

Natural collaborator

Effective communicator

Ownership mindset

Eager to learn

Analytical thinker

Process-savvy

Education

GPA requirement: 4.0/5.0 or 3.2/4.0

Job description

Transaction Banking - Securities Services - Internship

Location: Singapore, SG, 018983

Start Date and Duration: Mon May 31, 2027; 10 Weeks

Closing Date: Sat Oct 31, 2026

Area of Interest: Transaction Banking

Business Area: Corporate and Institutional Banking

About the business area

Securities Services provides robust and reliable solutions that help clients mitigate risk and enhance their performance. Working with institutional investors, banks, insurance companies, governments, and multinational corporations, the team covers fund administration, global custody, sub-custody and clearing, and corporate trust and loan agency services.

Who you are

We're looking for driven people who want to make a real impact in global finance. If you're passionate about learning, collaborating, and problem-solving, we’ll give you the tools to thrive.

You could be a great fit if you’re:

• A natural collaborator and relationship builder: You enjoy working closely with different people, across teams and seniority levels, to find the best outcome.
• An effective communicator: You explain things clearly and can translate complex information into simple ideas, both in writing and in conversation.
• Ownership mindset: You take the initiative, solve problems proactively, and bring new ideas that go the extra mile.
• Eager to learn: You’re always asking questions, expanding your knowledge, and connecting with others to grow your skillset.
• An analytical thinker: You’re curious about how systems work and look for smarter ways of doing things. You enjoy using data to drive improvement and are excited about innovation.
• Process-savvy: You spot inefficiencies and think you would enjoy using tools and analysis to streamline processes and uncover valuable insights.

Whatyou’lldo

From day one, you'll be part of a team that protects client investments and delivers cutting-edge post-trade solutions. You won’t be shadowing – you’ll be doing.

Here’s a taste of what you could get involved in:

• Understand investment opportunities: Learn how we keep investors and their assets secure in a global marketplace.
• Take the lead: Own a real project and gain hands‑on experience with our key products and services.
• Explore the future: Discover how we use innovation, tech, and digital tools to serve our clients better.
• Dive into different specialisms: Work on projects linked to Custody, Funds & Depository Services, Agency Lending & Liquidity, Alternatives, Trustee & Fiduciary Services, Digital Data & Innovation, and Business Management.
• See the big picture: Understand how our post‑trade services help connect clients to investment opportunities – while making sure everything runs safely and smoothly.

What you’ll learn

You’ll join a dedicated product team, but your learning won’t stop there. You’ll gain insight across product development, client service, business management and risk.

You’ll develop sought‑after skills in:

• Client management and stakeholder engagement
• Change and product development
• Risk and innovation in post‑trade services
• Communication and teamwork in a global banking environment

You'll also get the chance to connect with other interns and colleagues from across HSBC, giving you a broad network and deeper understanding of how we work.

Your first week is all about building your foundation. Expect structured training focused on both technical knowledge and professional skills – so you’re ready to hit the ground running.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, you must:

• Be available to workfull time for 10 weeks commencing May 2027
• Have obtained, or expect to achieve, a minimum GPA of4.0/5.0or3.2/4.0(or overseas equivalent, as shown on your official university transcript/degree certificate)
• Expected to graduate between November 2027 and July 2028