ABSA GenA Investment Banking Internship 2026

ABSA Group is now accepting applications for its GenA Investment Banking Graduate Internship Programme 2026. This is a high-impact opportunity to launch a future-focused career in front-office investment banking, surrounded by international professionals across Africa.

If you’re analytical, commercially driven, and passionate about complex deals and financial solutions, this is your path to join one of Africa’s most competitive banking environments.

Closing Date: 30 June 2025
Location: South Africa (with possible Africa regional exposure)
Programme Duration: 10 months
Number of Posts: 5
Stipend & Benefits: Pension scheme, staff discounts, study support, medical aid, laptop, life cover, and more

What Is the ABSA GenA Investment Banking Programme?

The GenA (Generation Absa) Graduate Programme is designed to shape and develop young talent into future leaders within the Absa Group. Specifically for Investment Banking, this programme gives you the opportunity to join one of these top-performing teams:

• Corporate Finance
• Structured Trade and Commodity Finance
• Resource and Project Finance
• Deal Management

Who Should Apply?

ABSA is looking for:

• South African citizens with a passion for investment banking and corporate finance
• Candidates who have completed or will complete an Honours Degree by 31 March 2026
• Individuals with 70% average or higher in their final academic results
• Graduates with less than 2 years full-time work experience.

Relevant Fields of Study Include (but are not limited to):

• Finance / Investment Management
• Economics
• Accounting
• Law
• Engineering
• Actuarial Science
• Data Science
• Mathematics / Statistics
• Business Science
• Corporate Strategy
• Risk Management

What You’ll Gain

This structured programme offers:

• Leadership development journey focused on:
  • Personal branding
  • Design thinking
  • Team effectiveness
  • Strategic & analytical problem solving
• Africa regional exposure in one of Absa’s continental offices
• Coaching and mentorship from leaders and GenA alumni
• Involvement in real-world projects and a business challenge (Action Learning Project)
• Participation in ABSA Force for Good corporate social initiatives
• Access to business and behavioural coaching

Key Skills and Competencies

Technical Competencies:

• Financial and investment analysis
• Market research and commercial evaluation
• Client-focused deal structuring
• Strategic and business planning

Behavioural Traits:

• Cognitive flexibility and innovation
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• High work ethic and emotional intelligence
• Resilience and proactivity
• Leadership potential and team collaboration

Perks and Benefits

• Laptop and equipment provided
• Wellness programmes
• Medical aid
• Life cover
• Staff discounts
• Study support
• Religious facilities
• Financial incentives for performance