International Trainee Programme - Wholesale Banking

Wholesale Banking Track – Shape the Future of Corporate Finance

Are you a recent graduate or an early-career finance professional with big ambitions and a passion for shaping the future of corporate and investment banking? Join our 18-month International Talent Programme in the Wholesale Banking track —a development-focused journey designed to accelerate your growth into a future expert or leader in international banking.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across strategic wholesale domains, contribute to impactful client solutions, and collaborate with teams across the globe. Whether your passion lies in sector coverage, sustainable finance, or capital markets, this programme offers a tailored path to help you thrive.

What You’ll Bring – Core Competencies

No matter your specialisation, we’re looking for individuals who demonstrate:

• Financial acumen : You hold a master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Investment, Engineering, or a related field, and have a strong interest in corporate and investment banking.
• Client focus : You’re motivated to help large corporates and financial institutions succeed, and you understand the importance of tailored financial solutions.
• Global mindset : You’ve gained international or extracurricular experience and are eager to work across borders. You’re fluent in English—Dutch or French is a plus and opens doors to more teams and roles.
• Growth potential : You’re enthusiastic, driven, and collaborative, with a strong sense of initiative and a desire to turn ideas into impact.

Choose Your Path – Explore Our Wholesale Banking Domains

The International Talent Programme (ITP) in Wholesale Banking consists of three rotations , each lasting six months. Over the course of 18 months , you’ll explore key areas of ING’s corporate and investment banking services and build a strong foundation for your future career.

Your journey includes:

Two rotations in Brussels , where you’ll work in areas such as Sector Coverage (e.g. Real Estate, Energy), Lending, Sustainable Finance, Transaction Services, and Working Capital Solutions. Many trainees also choose to go abroad for one of their rotations, gaining international experience.

After completing the programme, you’ll transition into a permanent role at ING Brussels, where you’ll specialise in your chosen field and continue to grow your expertise.

What We Offer – Your Growth Starts Here

We offer you a competitive base salary for this starter position, along with paid annual leave, a comprehensive training package, and a permanent contract from day one. As part of the International Talent Programme (ITP), you’ll gain exposure to strategic work across multiple domains, helping you build a strong foundation for your future career.

Throughout the programme, you’ll be part of a vibrant international trainee community, participating in global learning events that cover core banking topics. These events also help you develop essential soft skills like stakeholder management, business partnering, and presentation techniques.

In addition to these global events, we offer a wide range of training opportunities tailored to your personal development needs. These include sessions focused on leadership, personal growth, and professional certifications such as CFA. You’ll decide which trainings best support your goals, in consultation with your manager.

Above all, we provide an open and inclusive environment where your ideas are welcomed and valued. Our culture embraces innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement, all aimed at making banking simpler and more transparent for our customers.

Ready to shape the future of Wholesale Banking?
Apply now and take the first step in your international ITP journey

Please note that the results will remain definite for a future application for one of our traineeships. This means that you cannot apply again after not passing either our assessment or interview stage.

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