Institutional Banking

Overview

First Bank UK is a specialist international bank - the oldest African bank in the UK - where heritage meets innovation. We provide world class international banking and trading services, facilitating trade between Africa and Europe from our offices in London and Lagos. We’re proud to serve communities with trusted financial solutions, rooted in integrity, excellence and a deep commitment to global prosperity.

The Summer Internship Programme offers the chance to gain unparalleled insight into the inner workings of an international bank. You’ll work closely with everyone from your fellow interns to C-Suite executives, developing your skills quickly through structured training opportunities and meaningful, hands-on experience.

This fast-paced, 10-week internship is in our London offices and gives you real ownership of your work, enabling you to make a real impact from day one.

By the end of the programme, you will have developed strong skills in your chosen role, and essential professional skills, including commercial awareness, personal accountability, and workplace confidence - skills that are essential for a future career at First Bank UK and in the financial services sector.

Successful interns may be able to return as full-time team members of our team upon completion of their studies, subject to performance and business need.

The Institutional Banking Team works with Financial Institutions (FIs), non-bank Financial Institutions (NBFI's), Sovereigns, Central Banks and global exporters to deliver a range of financing products to facilitate trade flows and Investments in and out of the African market.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the IBU Head, Deputy Head, Relationship Managers, and team.
• Assist with customer due diligence (CDD) and account opening processes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Support the review of audited financial statements and respond to account statement enquiries.
• Attend meetings and prepare meeting notes and action items.
• Assist with audit requests and other ad hoc administrative tasks as required.
• You must act as a Company Ambassador, to deliver good outcomes to retail customers

What we look for:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Business Management, Law, Social Sciences or any other related fields.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• A strong team player who is proactive, responsive, and who can thrive in a collaborative environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point

Application requirements

• This programme is for undergraduate students who are in their penultimate year, with an expected graduation in Summer 2027.
• You must be available for the full duration of the programme:
  Monday 22nd June until Friday 28th August 2026.