International Talent Programme Trainee - Operations & Change
About the job
- A very good completed Master's degree, doctorate, or comparable qualification in economics/business sciences or a comparable course of study.
- At least three months of relevant international experience through study, an internship, or other international activities.
- Relevant internship experience in strategy, corporate development, or a comparable strategic environment.
- Strong numerical aptitude and very good analytical and interpretation skills.
- Ability to quickly understand complex matters, structure them, and communicate them clearly.
- Very good knowledge of PowerPoint and Excel, and ability to use Copilot and other artificial intelligence applications.
- Fluent written and spoken German and English.
- Analyze market, competitor, customer, and technology trends and develop actionable recommendations.
- Advance the management and development of the strategic portfolio, support planning and review processes, and contribute to developing and implementing corporate strategy.
- Structure and analyze quantitative and qualitative information from different business areas and derive insights and conclusions.
- Support the design and implementation of transformation and change initiatives from beginning to end.
- Translate complex topics into clear, audience-appropriate presentations for senior management and national and international stakeholders.
- Collaborate with different business areas and international ING units.
- Rotate within an ING unit for 18 months, including a 3-to-6-month international assignment, with the initial rotation in Organizational Governance and Strategy.
- A completed banking apprenticeship is an advantage.
- Relevant internship experience at a bank or strategy consultancy is preferred.
About the company
ING provides digital banking and financial services to individuals and businesses worldwide. Its products and services include online and mobile banking, lending, payments, and advisory services designed to be frictionless so customers can make confident financial decisions. ING differentiates itself by focusing on sustainable choices, responsible lending, and sharing knowledge to help customers and partners realize their visions for a better future. The bank emphasizes empowerment over judgment and aims to finance change, partner with customers, and continuously innovate in a sustainable way. Its goal is to help people and businesses progress toward their goals while reducing barriers and making banking easier and more responsible.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Founded
1991
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- On 21 September 2026, ING financed GridStor's $220 million Arizona battery project.
- ING's Q2 2026 net core lending grew €15.2 billion and deposits €15.9 billion.
- ING upgraded 2026 income guidance above €24.5 billion and kept a €1.0 billion buyback.
What critics are saying
- On 5 May 2026, ING settled a Belgium money-laundering probe for €1.6 million.
- ING announced 1,250 job cuts in March 2026, including 950 Dutch roles.
- Repeated AML failures would trigger Dutch, Belgian, and ECB scrutiny, crushing ING's franchise.
What makes ING unique
- ING mixes European retail deposits with global wholesale lending, funding large project finance.
- On 30 July 2026, ING reported a 13.1% CET1 ratio and 17.0% ROTE.
- ING mobilized €86.5 billion of sustainable finance in H1 2026, led by SLLs.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Options
- Family Planning Benefits
- Fertility Treatment Support
- Wellness Program
- Mental Health Support
- Phone/Internet Stipend
- Home Office Stipend