Summer Internship - Challenger Bank (2 Week Programme)

Invest two weeks in your future with our paid internship opportunity.

The opportunity:

We have an exciting opportunity for a 2‑week paid summer internship to join us on the rewarding journey we are taking here at Castle Trust Bank.

As a fintech challenger bank, we are committed to delivering specialist financial solutions to a diverse range of customers. Our products include:

• Specialist property mortgages
• Retail finance lending
• Savings accounts

At Castle Trust Bank, you will be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking organisation where your contribution matters. We believe in giving interns genuine exposure to our work and the opportunity to make an impact during their time with us.

What’s in it for you?

This internship offers the perfect chance to gain first-hand insight into how a fast‑growing fintech bank operates, while contributing to meaningful work that makes a real difference.

During your two weeks with us, you will:

• Spend time with specialist teams across the bank.
• Participate in real, value‑adding projects and day‑to‑day tasks.
• Gain exposure to specialist mortgage operations, retail finance, and savings products.
• Work alongside experienced professionals who are enthusiastic about sharing their knowledge
• Build skills that will support your future career in financial services, technology, operations, or business.

What are we looking for in you?

We are looking for an individual who has an interest in financial services or fintech with strong attention to detail, structured thinking and the ability to communicate clearly both written and verbally.  In addition you need to have the following:

Essential:

• Students with an interest in banking or finance.
• Studying a Bachelors Degree (undergraduate level) - Finance, economics, accounting and business are the most directly relevant, but strong analytical, technical or legal degrees are also highly valued.
• Working understanding of MS office including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Legal right to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the 2 weeks.

Whether you are exploring career options or looking to gain practical experience, this internship will offer a unique glimpse into the inner workings of a modern challenger bank.

How to apply?

In addition to your CV, please provide a cover letter/supporting statement. There will be some further questions for you to answer when you submit your application.

If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to take part in a one-way video interview so that we can learn a bit more about you and why you’d be a good fit for Castle Trust Bank.

Please note: We recognise that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. If you have used AI assistance, please let us know. This will not negatively affect your application - it simply helps us better understand the information we receive.

Working arrangements:

This role will be based in our Basingstoke office for the duration of the internship.

Caught your attention? If so, we would love to talk to you and tell you more about what it is like to work at Castle Trust Bank – The Place to Work! 

Castle Trust Bank is an equal opportunity employer where we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our colleagues to thrive. We welcome applications from all and will not discriminate against any status/characteristic protected by law and will always base our decisions on merit.

We are proud to support people with disabilities and are committed to be a Disability Confident employer. If you are a person with a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the role you will be offered an interview. Should you require any reasonable adjustment to support you in your application for one of our opportunities, please contact [email protected]

Check out our careers page: https://www.castletrust.co.uk/careers/who-we-are