BEM – Bank entry programme for high school graduates

Your development

When your development is the heart of the program, everything is about growth. Become part of our core business while you explore different specialist areas in our 18-month training program offered across Switzerland. Whether you start in March or September, you’ll rotate through three different assignments, gain a generalist experience in banking and focus on advisory functions. When all is said and done, you’ll have your industry certificate issued by the Swiss Bankers Association (SBA).

Grow your skills

Theory helps us refine our big picture. You’ll learn in two different places: �۶��Ƶ-specific training at the �۶��Ƶ Training Center, and banking-specific training at the external CYP competence center (alongside trainees from different banks).

Get in on the action

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Variety keeps things interesting. So every six months, you’ll switch up locations to get experience across three different departments within your region. Areas like our physical or digital client and product advisory, investments, lending, mortgages and payments.

Experience the support

We’re here to help! You’ll work directly with your Junior Talent Manager and our practical advisors to build a picture of what you want your future to look like. What are you excited about? What do you want to work toward? Let’s figure it out together.

What do we offer?

Competitive salary
5 weeks holiday and 1 week youth holiday
On-the-job support from certified practical advisors
Travel and meal allowances
Clothing allowance
Attractive offers in the employee shop and access to Reka money
Volunteer opportunities
A variety of further training options during and after your program

Your degree and certificate

The national degree qualification elements are:

Written module exams
Final oral exam: customer interview
Job evaluation: performance and behaviour per rotation

And for your successful completion of the program, you'll be the proud recipient of an industry certificate from the Swiss Bankers Association (SBA).

What we look for

We look for independent people who love to learn and connect with others – whether working in a team or speaking with clients. It is important that you have one of the following qualifications:

Academic baccalaureate (preferably in the field of economics)
Commercial apprenticeship EFZ with vocational baccalaureate obtained in a field other than banking
Commercial apprenticeship EFZ with vocational baccalaureate obtained via commercial school in a field other than banking
Specialized baccalaureate (only in German-speaking Switzerland)

Does this sound like you? Then you are exactly who we are looking for!

"The BEM was the perfect start for me, as I feel that I can develop both professionally and personally. Currently, I support our customers in realizing their dream of owning a home and advise them virtually from the first viewing to the notary appointment. It brings me great joy to accompany our customers during this important phase of their lives and I appreciate the gratitude and emotions that come with it."
Kaya, BEM trainee, Zurich
"In the consultations, I get to know the customers and then create solutions for them. I have the opportunity to accompany them through various phases of their lives, such as opening their first salary account, investing their assets, or securing their retirement. I find it great how early I am allowed to take on responsibility and that the work within the team is conducted on an equal footing."
Simon, BEM trainee, Central Switzerland
"My start will always remain a positive memory for me. Thanks to the Welcome Days at the beginning of the training, I was able to build initial friendships, get to know my contacts, and my excitement was reinforced by an exciting program. Currently, I am managing wealthy clients from Asia and supporting them with their asset management. Here, I have already been able to learn about many new products and offers that have expanded my professional horizon."
Luna, BEM trainee, Zurich
“From my perspective, the internship is extremely hands-on. I had client contact from day one and now I can even take on tasks typically handled by experienced employees.”
Michèle, BEM graduate, Zurich
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Events and taster days

Connect with us directly at one of our in-person or virtual events. In some regions, you can even join a taster day to see what it’s like to do an apprenticeship at �۶��Ƶ.

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Everyone is welcome at �۶��Ƶ. And we’re committed to disability inclusion and making sure our application process is accessible for everyone. If you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.

To get started, apply online with:

your CV
a cover letter
and additional documents depending on the program (see below).

Banking apprenticeship (commercial apprenticeship):

School reports or learning reports (Canton of Bern) from the last two school years
If available: Work references, learning reports, diplomas, certificates, etc.

ICT apprenticeships:

School reports from the last two school years
If available: Work references, learning reports, diplomas, certificates, etc.
Additionally for German-speaking Switzerland:
- For application/platform developer: Result of the Multicheck ICT
- For mediamatician: Result of the Multicheck Media and Design
- For digital business developer: Result of the Multicheck Business and Administration (Evaluation: EFZ Digital Business Developer)

BEM – Bank entry programme for high school graduates:

For academic high school graduates: Matura certificate or reports from the last three semesters
For vocational baccalaureate graduates: Proof of KV EFZ with vocational baccalaureate or reports from the last three semesters – additionally:
- For KV apprenticeship: Work references
- For commercial school (HMS/WMS): Internship certificate
If available: Diplomas, work references, university / university of applied sciences semester reports, etc.

IT-way-up:

Matura certificate or reports from the last three semesters
If available: University / university of applied sciences semester reports, work references, diplomas, certificates, etc.

We check your documents for completeness and whether you’ve met our minimum requirements. We're looking for people with a high willingness to learn, a positive attitude and an interest in the financial industry.

If we think you’re a good fit, we'll invite you for a personal interview.

How do you prepare for the interview? Start by researching the program, and �۶��Ƶ in general. Be sure to take notes and write down any questions you have. We’re more than happy to answer them.

Think about what you want to share about yourself and what kinds of questions we might ask. Why �۶��Ƶ, what are your strengths, what do you want to work on, etc. Even how others might describe you. No need to overthink it. As long as you’re prepared, we should have a great conversation.

Some tips from us

Greeting your interview partner by name and making eye contact is a great way to make a good first impression. Keep in mind that there are no right or wrong answers. Just be yourself. And don’t forget to ask questions. It lets us know that you’re curious and interested.

If you've persuaded us, we're happy to welcome you to �۶��Ƶ!

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