Client Coverage Internship Programme Kenya 2026

Standard Chartered Bank is actively recruiting high-potential students for the Client Coverage Internship Programme Kenya 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya. This internship opportunity in Kenya is a 10-week, office-based summer internship designed to develop future talent within Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB), offering hands-on exposure to client relationship management, financial analysis, and global banking solutions.

Key Job Information

• Position: Client Coverage Intern
• Location: Nairobi, Kenya
• Employment Type: Internship (Office Working)
• Experience Level: Internship / Student (Penultimate Year)
• Programme Duration: 10-week Summer Internship
• Start Date: June 2026
• Posting Start Date: 07 January 2026
• Application Deadline: 01 March 2026
• Business Area: Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB)
• Requisition Number: 45287

About Standard Chartered Bank

Standard Chartered Bank is a leading international banking group with a heritage spanning more than 170 years. Operating across 54 markets and serving over 20,000 clients, the bank plays a critical role in connecting people, capital, and ideas across some of the world’s most dynamic economies and trade corridors.

As a global financial institution, Standard Chartered supports corporations, governments, financial institutions, and investors with transaction banking, financial markets, and financing solutions. The bank is driven by its purpose to drive commerce and prosperity through its unique diversity, guided by strong values, ethical conduct, and a deep commitment to inclusion and sustainability.

Client Coverage Internship Programme – Role Overview

The Client Coverage Internship Programme Kenya 2026 provides students with a unique opportunity to gain practical experience within Corporate & Investment Banking. Interns work alongside experienced bankers, relationship managers, and product specialists to support client engagement, deal execution, and risk management activities across multiple sectors.

This banking internship in Nairobi is skills-focused rather than background-driven, enabling interns from all academic disciplines to develop technical, analytical, and professional capabilities. The programme is designed to build a strong foundation for a future career at Standard Chartered Bank, with many interns progressing into graduate roles after completion.

Internship Learning & Development Experience

• Participation in a 10-week structured summer internship programme
• Comprehensive induction and orientation into Standard Chartered CIB
• Classroom-based learning covering banking products, platforms, and markets
• On-the-job training with exposure to real client transactions
• Technical seminars focused on finance, risk, and investment strategies
• Guidance from experienced managers, mentors, and buddy networks
• Networking opportunities with senior leaders and global teams
• Involvement in community and sustainability initiatives

Where You Could Work

Interns in the Client Coverage Internship Programme Kenya are placed within one of the following client-facing teams:

• Corporate Coverage: Supporting multinational, local, and middle-market corporate clients by delivering tailored solutions across cash management, trade finance, lending, capital markets, and advisory services.
• Financial Institutions Coverage: Working with banks, insurers, asset managers, public sector institutions, and private equity firms, supporting financing, risk management, cash and securities, and investment strategies.

Available Internship Roles

• Assistant Relationship Manager Intern: Supporting Senior Relationship Managers with deal execution, client coordination, account planning, and business approvals while identifying new business opportunities.
• Credit Analyst Intern: Assisting in credit risk assessment, financial analysis, deal structuring, and ongoing client monitoring, including exposure to sustainability, environmental, and reputational risk management.

Key Responsibilities

• Support client relationship management within Corporate & Investment Banking
• Assist with financial, credit, and industry analysis for corporate clients
• Collaborate with product partners across financing, trade, and markets
• Contribute to deal execution and transaction support activities
• Prepare reports, presentations, and client documentation
• Participate in risk assessment and compliance processes
• Engage with internal teams to deliver sustainable client outcomes

Required Qualifications

• Penultimate-year student enrolled in a recognized university
• Strong academic performance and active extracurricular involvement
• Availability to intern in June 2026 and start full-time in July 2027
• Permanent legal right to work in Kenya
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in fast-paced environments
• Excellent communication and project management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in banking, finance, and investment strategies
• Exposure to financial analysis, economics, or business concepts
• Demonstrated agility, resilience, and self-motivation
• Passion for sustainability, risk management, and innovation

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive internship salary aligned with the Fair Pay Charter
• Access to medical, life insurance, and wellbeing programmes
• Flexible working options combining office and home-based work
• Digital wellbeing support via Unmind and Employee Assistance Programmes
• Continuous learning, upskilling, and professional development resources
• Inclusive, values-driven workplace culture

How to Apply for This Client Coverage Internship Programme Kenya 2026

Interested candidates should apply using the Apply Now button below via the official Standard Chartered careers website. Applications must be submitted before 01 March 2026. Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete recruitment assessments as part of the selection process.

This Client Coverage Internship Programme in Nairobi offers a powerful launchpad into a global banking career with Standard Chartered Bank, providing real-world experience, professional mentorship, and long-term growth opportunities.