Kick Start your career
We are happy that you are interested in learning more about Swedbank’s traineeship and internship program Kick Start. We hope to see people from different life and career stages join our program.
It doesn’t matter if you're studying or just wish to make a career change – we believe we can find challenges for everyone. Every year we welcome around 200 trainees to different countries and areas in the bank. Job tasks and needed qualifications for different positions can be seen in specific job ads.
Take a look at our job openings
More info about traineeship and internship
Why Kick Start?
- As we are one of the biggest banks in the Nordics, you and your work will be influencing millions of people’s lives.
- With us, you can work on real tasks as well as projects in close cooperation with our experts.
Develop yourself
- Get experience and build your professional network.
- Be part of exciting seminars, workshops and events discussing the banking business, finances as well as career, well-being and other topics.
- In Estonia, you can be a part of a traineeship switch day with other companies.
Boost your career
Do you know that up to 50% of kickstarters continue their career in Swedbank after the program?
- You can choose from a variety of career opportunities in different areas from Data and Technology to Customer Advisory.
- Find out more about our job areas.
Get paid
- You can do a flexible traineeship with a monthly salary.
- Pay differs based on traineeship area and complexity.
- In Estonia 950-1450€ (gross)
- In Latvia 950€ (gross)
- In Lithuania 1100-1600€ (gross)
- For junior specialist roles, please check the specific pay range from the job ad.
How to apply?
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Find a suitable role
There are traineeship and internship positions open all year round. We are actively hiring trainees and junior specialists for our Kick Start program from February - May.
You can find open traineeship and internship roles here: Recruitment portal.
You are welcome to connect with us to get updates about opening positions to your e-mail if there are no suitable positions at the moment.
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Apply
Did you find a suitable traineeship role? Send us your application though our recruitment portal. Please note that different roles may require additional information or answers in a video format.
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Meet us
At this stage, selected candidates will have calls with our recruiter or an interview with manager/mentor(s). This is for us to get to know you and for you to also get an overview of us. Depending on the traineeship position, you might also need to perform job-related tests or tasks.
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Join us
If we are both happy, we welcome you to our team. We will sign a fixed-term contract of employment for successful collaboration. We encourage you to apply again and follow our job openings, if you're not offered the job this time.
Tips for applying
Meet the alumni
Aive, Career switcher and Digital consulting trainee
“Don’t ever hold on to something that you did before. If you would like to study in a finance university free of charge, then the bank is the right place."
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Tadas, GSS Operations specialist
"Decision for me to stay in Swedbank after my internship was a no-brainer. I appreciate professional environment and countless benefits provided by the employer. However, it cannot be compared to the encouragement I receive from my lovely colleagues – it is the real reason why I am here!"
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Signe, Human Resources specialist
“I'm glad I chose to start my career as a junior assistant in a field I'm passionate about. Every day, I have the privilege of learning valuable skills from amazing colleagues who inspire me to grow and take on new challenges. Since joining the Kick Start program, my days have been filled with exciting experiences. If you're considering starting a career in a new industry, I highly recommend participating in the Kick Start program and exploring the opportunities offered by Swedbank.”
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