Zürich
BEM Internship for HMS/WMS Graduates (08/2027 to 01/2029)
- 05 October 2026
- 100%
- Internship
- German (Fluent), English (Intermediate)
About the job
You will graduate from HMS or WMS next year and are looking for your long-term internship at a private bank? With us, you will complete an 18-month BEM internship: After the first 12 months, you will complete your long-term internship (including the qualification procedure of the service & administration sector) and achieve the EFZ commercial clerk qualification as well as the vocational baccalaureate. After a further 6 months deepening your banking know-how, you will additionally obtain the BEM industry certificate from SBVg.BEM Internship for HMS/WMS Graduates (08/2027 to 01/2029)
Your Challenge
18 months – one goal: to find out what you are capable of.
- We show you how an international private bank in the heart of Zurich works in practice, not just in textbooks.
- Learn first-hand how clients are supported in important investment, wealth, and financial decisions.
- Work from the start and gradually take on your own tasks and responsibilities.
- Get to know different teams and find out which area suits you best.
- Exchange ideas with other young talents and build your first professional network.
- Combine practice and theory: gain experience on the job and the necessary expertise at CYP.
Your Profile
You don’t need to know how the stock market works or exactly what private banking is. That’s what the internship is for. What matters is that you are curious, enjoy working with people, and are eager to try new things. We will teach you everything else. You might be a good fit if ...
- ... you are about to graduate from your commercial or business school and are looking for a challenging long-term internship at a private bank.
- ... you are curious about the financial world.
- ... you want to take on responsibility.
- ... you are open, reliable, and motivated.
- ... you are keen to learn something new every day for 18 months.
What awaits you with us:
- Working in the heart of Zurich while being part of an internationally active private bank with strong roots in Liechtenstein
- Direct contact with experienced specialists who are happy to share their knowledge with you
- Personal support from experienced professionals (trainers and practical instructors)
- An environment where you can ask questions, think along, and contribute
- Short decision-making paths and an open corporate culture where everyone knows each other
- Insight into different areas of an international private bank
- The chance to take on responsibility early, rather than just watching
How to succeed with your application
Show us who you are and why you want to be part of our team.
We are interested not only in what you can do but also in what inspires you. Tell us why you want to join VP Bank.
Please upload the following documents:
> Motivation letter
> CV
> Current school reports
> Internship confirmations or work references (if available)
> Language certificates or other diplomas (if available)
Your Contact Person
You will be supported throughout your entire application process by
Petra Kuchem
People & Culture Business Partner
Your Benefits
Our employees are our pride. VP Bank values giving back and contributing to the well-being of each individual. We work on this every day. VP Bank employees enjoy respectful and fair treatment and benefit from a wide range of advantages. Learn more about our benefits here: https://www.vpbank.com/de/karriere/vp-bank-inside-jobs/benefits
Your New Working Environment
VP Bank (Switzerland) AG was founded in 1988 in Zurich as a 100% subsidiary of VP Bank in Liechtenstein. With our location on Talstrasse near Paradeplatz in Zurich, we are at the heart of the Swiss banking world. A team of over 100 highly qualified, multilingual employees offers comprehensive services around asset management and investment advice.
