BNP Paribas

BNP Paribas – Work Experience Programme – February Half Term - 18th & 19th February

Weds 18th and Thurs 19th February, 9.30am-4.30pm
Harewood Avenue office (near Marylebone Station)

Are you a Year 13 student eager to boost your confidence, gain real world experience, and discover apprenticeship pathways in Finance, Technology, HR, Legal or Compliance?

Our two day work experience programme is designed to give you a head start and help you stand out in a competitive apprenticeship market.

At BNP Paribas CIB, we fuse sustainability, innovation and opportunity to deliver world-class services, helping make the world more inclusive, better connected, and more sustainable for all. We operate in 53 countries with 38,000 employees and over 20,000 corporate and institutional clients, offering solutions in capital markets, securities services, advisory, finance and treasury.
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Why join?
• Get a real life look at how a leading global bank works and the variety of roles within it
• Boost your CV with hands on project experience and a mock interview.
• Network with business leaders, current apprentices and recruiters.
• Fast track opportunity – high performing participants may be invited to our Apprenticeship Assessment Centre in April 2026.
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Programme at a glance:
Day 1 – Discover & Develop
• Welcome & Business Overview – Key presentations on BNP Paribas’ strategy, culture and the finance industry.
• Personal Development Workshops – Communication, teamwork & problem solving skills.
• CV Building Session – How to craft a standout CV for apprenticeship applications.
Day 2 – Apply & Connect
• Interview Tips & Mock Interviews – Practical feedback from our recruitment team.
• Team Project – Work on a short, real world challenge and present back your findings to the business.
• Networking Hub – Meet current apprentices, business managers and recruiters.
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Who can apply?
• Currently in Year 13 and considering an apprenticeship to start in September 2026.
• Minimum 5 GCSEs (incl. Maths & English) – Grades A C / Level 4 9.
• Lived in the UK for the last 3 years.
• Demonstrated interest in finance or the specific apprenticeship area.
• Able to attend both days of the programme
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Apprenticeship roles available for 2026
Level Role
Level 4 Investment Operations Specialist
Level 4 Software Developer
Level 3 Paralegal
Level 3 HR Officer
Level 3 Compliance / Risk Officer
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How to apply
1. Complete the questions on the form and upload your CV
2. Submit by 1st February 2026
3. Successful candidates will be confirmed by 6th February 2026.

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Take the first step toward a finance career—experience, learn, and impress us in just two days!