Summer Intern (Operations function), Hong Kong Administration Department

Mizuho Bank, Limited has a long-term commitment to the Hong Kong market. With a strong global connection and a workforce of over 600 staff in Hong Kong, Mizuho Bank, Limited, is able to help corporations in Hong Kong to expand their business worldwide. Our clients comprise Japanese and non-Japanese corporations including PRC related ones, financial institutions, government and quasi-government organizations, etc. We provide a full spectrum of corporate banking services to our customers including syndication loans, treasury, transaction banking, financial advisory, project finance, merger and acquisition, leveraged finance, structured finance, etc.

Why Mizuho

At Mizuho, we provide the stability of an international industry leader with the career trajectory of a growing business. Our steady, strategic growth gives our people at all levels rewarding degrees of responsibility and a richer work experience than a boutique firm or an established giant could offer alone.

It’s the local expertise of our employees that makes our global network so powerful. By collaborating with colleagues and clients who have your same ambition and drive, you can amplify your sphere of influence and base of knowledge as part of one of the largest—and growing—banks in the world.

Operations Planning Section is to provide operations administration and operation support within departments. Also, promote Operation and System projects in corporation with other departments or Head Office and to establish the business continuity plan to mitigate the risk to the branch under emergency situation.

This 8-week internship program gives an exciting opportunity for penultimate year students who show a strong interest in the banking industry. It is an ideal way of discovering if a career in the banking industry matches your needs and aspirations. The program is structured and comprehensive:

1. You will participate in our day-to-day business and specific projects;
2. You will have the opportunity to work with experienced professionals, gaining insight into our corporate culture and business.

Upon completion of the program, you can expect to have gained a broad insight and fresh perspectives to your understanding of what we do, and have met some of the best minds in banking.

1. As an intern, you will attend an induction program where you will learn about Mizuho Bank, our culture, as well as the benefits and responsibilities of working at the Bank.
2. You will receive department-specific training designed to help you succeed and will have the opportunity to work on real responsibilities, including:
3. To assist Section Head in planning and implementing branch-wise systems enhancement projects and other IT & Operational projects through coordination with relevant departments/sections in Hong Kong, overseas, and Head Office.
4. To perform various tasks related to operations of the branch, coordinate with other departments/sections to prepare various operation related reports to Head Office/Local Authority, internal procedure review etc.
5. To provide operational supports to other branches whenever necessary.
6. To perform any other duties assigned by superiors.

1. The individual is a team player, ready to take on challenges, highly motivated and has a keen interest to work in a bank.
2. He/she has broad general knowledge, high versatility and good analytical ability.
3. He/she has solid communication skills and good analytical problem solving skills.
4. He/she should have respect for, and commit to high standards of business conduct and integrity.

1. The individual is a Hong Kong-based penultimate undergraduate pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with excellent academic results.
2. We are looking for an individual with excellent English and Chinese language skills. As we are headquartered in Japan, candidates with an appreciation of the Japanese language or culture are preferred.
3. Due to our global reach, candidates with previous internship experience at financial services institutions or large multi-national corporates will have an advantage.
4. The individual has good PC skills in Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
5. Additionally, interns will have access to an exclusive training and development program over the course of their time with us.

The internship will run from July to August 2026. Please attach your CV and academic transcripts to the application.

Employment of the in-scope positions are subject to Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme (MRCS) as per regulatory requirement. For details, please refer to (Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme Phase 2 I The Hong Kong Association of Banks).

Mizuho Bank, Ltd. in Hong Kong is an integral part of the Japan-based Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: MFG). The Mizuho group is a global financial services leader with offices in 35 countries, approximately 52,000 employees, and assets of almost USD 2 trillion. Mizuho provides expertise in retail banking, corporate finance, investment banking, asset management, capital markets, and sales and trading, to help businesses develop and find new opportunities for growth. To learn more:

http://www.mizuhogroup.com/

Mizuho’s People Philosophy

The Mizuho People Philosophy serves as the guiding standard for embodying Mizuho’s Corporate Identity. It establishes the fundamental philosophy for the ways we support people within Mizuho, based on our belief that our people’s growth and fulfillment are essential to achieving our corporate goals.

Mizuho is committed to:

1. Supporting the professional growth of people
2. Recognizing people who promote Mizuho’s Values
3. Fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive as their true selves

The full text for the Mizuho People Philosophy can be accessed via this link:

https://www.mizuhogroup.com/sustainability/social/employees