Investment Banking - Infrastructure Finance - Internship - UK, London

Investment Banking - Infrastructure Finance - Internship

Location: London, UK

Start date: June 2026 · Duration: 10 weeks

About the business area

The HSBC Infrastructure Finance (HIF) platform, comprising Infrastructure Finance and Export Finance teams, provides a full suite of financing solutions to corporates, financial sponsors, and governments in sub-sectors including infrastructure, digital/telecommunications, transportation, logistics, support services, and power, utilities & renewables. The team offers a central point for clients to access advice on financing, capital structure, structured debt capital markets, and Export Credit Agency (ECA) supported debt, as well as the execution of infrastructure, project, and export finance lending mandates. HIF plays a critical role in financing the energy transition for our clients.

Who you are

We’re looking for curious, analytical thinkers who love solving problems and building relationships. You don’t need to know everything about investment banking – what matters most is your drive to learn, resilience, and willingness to get involved.

• A collaborator: You thrive in teams and know how to support others.
• Analytical: You can break down complex data to see the bigger picture.
• A clear communicator: You explain ideas simply, whether in person, on paper, or in presentations.
• Resilient and driven: You stay focused under pressure, adapt quickly, and deliver to a high standard.
• Proactive: You take ownership and don’t wait for others to solve problems.
• A people person: You enjoy building long-term relationships based on trust.

What you’ll do

From day one, you’ll gain exposure to real deals and see how investment banking works behind the scenes. You’ll:

• Work with teams on live transactions, products, or market sectors, connecting with banking teams globally.
• Explore specialist areas such as Export Finance or Infrastructure Finance.
• Learn how project, acquisition, and export finance deals work, and how we support clients on their Net Zero journeys with tailored finance and advisory solutions.
• Apply your knowledge to financial statements, spot anomalies, and calculate key ratios.
• Prepare and review client materials such as teasers and information memorandums.
• Perform credit analysis and review project financials and due diligence.
• Build financial models to support debt financing transactions and valuations.
• Research market trends and monitor developments to create insights for internal and client use.
• Develop Excel and PowerPoint skills to produce accurate models and client-ready presentations.
• Always stay compliant with regulations.

What you’ll learn

You’ll receive the training, coaching, and real-world experience needed to kickstart your career in investment banking. Here’s what’s in store:

• Expert-led training: A week of structured, bespoke training at the start of the internship.
• Relationship building: Learn how to connect with colleagues and clients, building trust and credibility.
• Discretion: Develop professionalism to handle sensitive deal information.
• Financial literacy: From financial modelling to product knowledge, you’ll learn how to identify the right solutions for clients.
• High-impact work: Get directly involved in the financing of real assets across sectors and geographies.

Additional information

We will consider candidates who require visa sponsorship for this role.

Eligibility criteria

• Available to work full-time for 10 weeks commencing June 2026
• Expected to graduate in 2027
• Obtained, or expected to achieve, a minimum of a 2:1 Degree classification or higher or overseas equivalent
• Fluent in English

Closing date

Sunday, 5 October 2025 23:59 (UK time)