
Attention: This vacancy will only remain open until we have received enough applications – so make sure to sign up soon!
Are you a junior professional with a maximum of 5 years of work experience? Are you convinced that you want to work at a bank, but you do not know exactly in which role? Do you have the energy, drive and enthusiasm to get the most out of yourself? Are you ready to get out of your comfort zone and think about yourself every day to grow? Then apply for this traineeship.
Please note: There is only one place available for this traineeship.
Rabobank Global Traineeship
The Rabobank Global Traineeship offers you the opportunity to get to know Rabobank in 18 months and to be involved in many interesting aspects of the organization such as Markets, Corporate Finance, Strategy, Innovation, Rabobank Foundation and Rabo Development. During your traineeship you will rotate four times, so you will work in four different departments.
About the traineeship
These rotations are chosen based on your educational background, preference and growth potential. An international rotation can be part of this. In addition, personal development is a large part of the program, which you do in different, diverse groups and in different challenges. While you work within the different departments, you will improve yourself both professionally and personally through (development) training on soft and hard skills. In addition, a buddy, a former intern, helps you find your way within the bank and you are guided by a talent manager and a mentor. If you successfully complete these 18 months, you will choose a position within Rabobank that suits you best.
Read about an intern's experience here !
Hard Criteria - What we expect from you
- You are a candidate with a refugee background and you have a residence permit (status) in the Netherlands;
- You have a master's degree (this can be obtained in your country of origin);
- You have a maximum of 5 years of work experience, including all kind of work experience gained in your country of origin;
- You have an excellent command of the English language;
- You have a clear motivation to work at Rabobank;
- You have a clear motivation for the Global Traineeship, as well as a good understanding of your interests and passions;
- Feedback makes you stronger;
- You inspire with your story;
- You encourage others to grow and want to grow yourself;
About Rabobank
We are a Dutch bank that operates in 40 countries for 9.5 million customers. Together with these customers, our members and partners, we stand side by side to create a world in which everyone has access to sufficient healthy food. In the Netherlands, we are working on a country in which people are happy with how they live, work and do business.
What does Rabobank offer you?
If you are selected to start the Global traineeship, Rabobank will offer you a (paid) contract of 18 months (depending on the internship). After successful completion of the traineeship, you will receive a permanent contract.
About the first interview
On June 16, 17 and 18 (one of these days) you will have an interview with a recruiter and a talent manager from Rabobank, in which you will introduce yourself and explain your motivation. If there is a mutual match, you will be invited for a follow-up interview. The follow-up interview includes working on a business case and answering more in-depth questions. If you are selected for this traineeship, you will start from October 1, 2025.
In preparation for the interview day, Rabobank is organizing a mandatory online webinar 'MPS Process - Discovering Work That You Love' pitch training on Tuesday 10 June from 10:00 to 11:00. In addition, there is a mandatory online preparation session, organized by Refugee Talent Hub, on Tuesday 10 June from 16:00 to 17:00.
Important information
- Candidates who meet the 'Hard Criteria - What we expect from you' will receive a Google form on Tuesday 20 May 2025 (in the afternoon) to tell more about their motivation, interests and passion;
- If you meet the strict criteria and complete the Google form, you will receive a link for an assessment from Rabobank on May 26;
- Webinar/online pitch training MPS Process - Discovering Work That You Love, offered by Rabobank: Tuesday 10 June from 10:00 to 11:00 am;
- Online prep session with Refugee Talent Hub: Tuesday June 10 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM;
- First interview: June 16, 17 and 18 - location Utrecht;
- (If selected) the next steps in the selection process will take place between June 23 and 30;
- Start of the traineeship: October 1, 2025;
Don't forget to upload your resume. If we receive enough applications, we will close the registration.
Based on all the above information, the selection is made for participation in the interviews.
Please note: If you are selected, we expect you to participate in all mandatory online and live sessions. Therefore, please carefully review our no-show policy !