Trainee, Lending

The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) offers you the chance to do banking that makes a difference. The projects that we finance benefit the environment and improve productivity
in the Nordic-Baltic region. As a Trainee at NIB you will get to work with experts within 
multiple areas of sustainable financing. The challenges you will face working at NIB are unique and provide you with valuable experiences on an international level. We value diversity and we are a community of some 270 professionals located in the heart of Helsinki. The atmosphere is international, and our official working language is English. 

NIB is seeking a TRAINEE to join the Lending Department. 

The position is optimally held for six months, with possibilities for extensions depending on the overall workload. The Lending Department at NIB offers an excellent opportunity to gain a thorough understanding on how an international financial institution operates.  

Your responsibilities at NIB will consist of: 

• Assisting analysts with financial data gathering and management in various tools and conducting basic credit research; 
• Supporting the Lending department with various tasks, such as preparing presentation material and supporting the administration of weekly committee meetings;  
• Participating in other ongoing projects within the bank.  

We are looking for someone who:  

• Has completed minimum 2 years studies in Accounting or Finance.
• Is good at using Microsoft office tools, primarily Excel, Word and PowerPoint. 
• Has interest and skills in data analytics.
• Is fluent in English. Working knowledge of any Scandinavian language would be an asset.
• Is open-minded, flexible and has good interpersonal and organisational skills and a genuine interest in learning. 
• Has aptitude for figures and attention to details. 

The position is full-time during the summer period and continues as part-time after summer. The part-time work is conducted on hourly basis with flexible time schedules. The workload for the position will be higher in periods yet combinable with studies. The intended start is 1 June 2026. 

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For more information about the Trainee position, contact Freeha Hussain at Freeha.hussain@nib.int. 

The deadline to apply is 3 May 2026. Please note that the screening of candidates and interviews will start during the application period and we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible. To apply, please fill in the application form on NIB’s website, www.nib.int (Jobs). Please attach a copy of the latest available exam grades with your application.  

The vision of NIB is a prosperous and sustainable Nordic-Baltic region. Our employees are our strongest asset in realising this vision. Our core values are competence, commitment and cooperation.

In recruitment, NIB puts the main emphasis on personal and professional qualifications and experience.

NIB is a professional expert organisation, and encourages employees to continuously develop their professional competencies while maintaining a sustainable work-life balance.