Commerzbank AG, Milan Branch offers a six-month internship within the Institutional Clients & Transaction Banking Sales Department.

The successful candidate will join the local Trade Finance & Cash Management Sales Team, supporting Trade and Cash Advisors in servicing and developing the Banks corporate client portfolio.

The internship provides hands-on exposure to Trade Finance and Cash Management products and services, offering insight into how an international bank supports corporate clients in managing international trade, working capital, liquidity and payment flows.

Main Responsibilities

• Prepare client presentations, market analyses and internal briefing materials
• Support client portfolio reviews and business development initiatives
• Analyse client needs and identify Trade Finance and Cash Management opportunities
• Monitor macroeconomic, geopolitical and industry developments affecting Italian corporates and international trade
• Gain exposure to Trade Finance solutions, including bank guarantees, documentary credits and collections
• Support Cash Management activities, including payments, liquidity management and account solutions
• Contribute to reporting, data analysis and monitoring of commercial activities
• Cooperate with local colleagues and international product specialists across the Commerzbank network

The internship will enable the candidate to develop analytical, commercial and problem-solving skills in an international and collaborative environment.

Reporting line: Local Head of Transaction Banking, Italy. 

The ideal candidate should have:

• Degree, or be close to completing a degree, in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Law, Management Engineering or a related field
• Interest in Trade Finance, Cash Management, corporate treasury, foreign trade or transaction banking
• Good understanding of current economic and geopolitical developments affecting businesses
• Strong interest in international business and corporate banking
• Excellent written and spoken Italian and English
• Knowledge of German or another European language is an advantage
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Good command of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Accuracy, attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Team-oriented mindset, curiosity, initiative and strong communication skills

What the Internship Offers

• Practical exposure to Trade Finance and Cash Management
• Understanding of how banks support international business and corporate treasury activities
• Experience in a client-oriented and commercially focused environment
• Exposure to international banking products and global trade flows
• Development of analytical, presentation and communication skills
• Collaboration with experienced professionals in Milan and across Commerzbanks international network

Commerzbank is, with its approximately 30.000 employees, a leading international commercial bank with branches and offices in almost 50 countries. With the two business segments Private and Small-Business Customers, as well as Corporate Clients, the Bank offers a comprehensive portfolio of financial services to its clients. We offer a diverse, inspiring work environment and excellent career opportunities within a first class team. Work life balance has high priority for us and of course we know the importance of an attractive salary for a good job.

Would you like to become a member of a strong and dedicated team?
 
If so, please submit your application online.