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FAQs
We have a huge variety of open roles across our business and locations that are often open at different times. Specific queries should be directed to your contact in the recruitment team directly but please consult the answers to some of the most common questions about our Early Careers opportunities with Deutsche Bank here.
Finding out more about working at Deutsche Bank
Show content of How do I decide whether a career in Banking is for me - and which area of Deutsche Bank to join?
Do as much research as possible about the industry and about Deutsche Bank.
Each division offers different opportunities for students and graduates, depending on your qualifications, skills, areas of expertise, and career aspirations. So you’ll need to research these areas thoroughly before deciding which division you want to apply for.
Our Unofficial Guide to Banking will help you discover what banks do, how the different areas operate and what skills you might need for these.
Once you’ve gathered as much information as possible on the industry and on Deutsche Bank and you’re clear on which area would best suit you, you're ready to apply online.
Show content of When should I apply for a programme?
Dates vary by region, but most applications open in late summer or early autumn. Keep an eye on our social media channels for announcements and our Let’s Prepare page where you can see application open and close dates.
Show content of When will Deutsche Bank be visiting my university? Where can I find out about upcoming events?
You can visit the events section of this site to find out when we may be visiting your campus. You can also check with your careers services office and local university clubs.
Show content of What sort of benefits do you offer?
Take a look at the extensive benefits we offer on our benefits page
Show content of What kind of working culture do you have?
A friendly one. We’re open, approachable and all embracing. We make time to support each other. Asking questions is actively encouraged, and everyone’s happy to make time to answer them. For us, you’re an individual, not a member of the ranks.
Show content of What ongoing training curriculum can I expect after the global orientation?
The Deutsche Bank Graduate Programme is a year-long comprehensive programme designed to provide you with exposure to a range of fascinating projects and ongoing professional and technical training to develop the skills you need to grow your career. You’ll feel supported by a network of peers and mentors and benefit from our global wellbeing programme. All our graduates benefit from a continuous development program in their first year, which focusses on their ongoing professional skills.
We’re committed to making sure all our people keep learning throughout their time with us and offer a wide variety of classroom and online learning.
Eligibility
Show content of Are there academic grade requirements for eligibility?
To be eligible for the 2025 Graduate Programme you must:
- Complete your studies (all final exams, coursework and have no outstanding requirements for graduation) between 1st January 2024 and 31st July 2025.
- Be able to start full time work in July 2025, subject to local working legislation and visa requirements.
- Possess no more than 12 months full-time, relevant work experience.
Show content of What are the basic skills and qualifications you look for?
We recruit students and graduates who are intelligent and adaptable with excellent communication skills. They have degrees in many different disciplines. Even though good levels of numeracy are important for some roles, you won’t necessarily need a formal mathematical or financial background. Our comprehensive training programmes will give you all the technical knowledge you’ll need to build a career with us. Entrepreneurial people who thrive best in a diverse culture where innovation and agile thinking abound.
You should not only be passionate about the world of finance, but also show a keen interest in your chosen field. You already have a record of outstanding academic achievement and you’re eager to go on learning at the same intensive rate. So you’ll thrive on working in a highly collaborative environment with some of the best minds in banking. You’ll also be as motivated and ambitious as we are. Finally, because communication is key to everything we do –all our people need to be fluent in English (and, for some roles, at least one other language). Speaking German is not essential outside of Germany.
Show content of I have already graduated. Can I apply?
You must have graduated within the last 12 months in order to apply for our graduate programme. If you graduated more than 12 months ago then please consider applying for other direct entry opportunities at Deutsche Bank here.
Show content of Will Deutsche Bank help me obtain a work visa? Does Deutsche Bank sponsor work and travel visas?
Deutsche Bank works in partnership with our immigration providers to sponsor candidates who are eligible for work visas in most countries. As immigration rules vary from country to country, you are responsible for ensuring that you understand the eligibility to work criteria for the country in which you will commence work and complete all the necessary documentation within the appropriate time-frame given to you. Receipt of any relevant work visa is subject to approval by the appropriate authorities. Once you have been successful through Deutsche Bank's recruitment process and hired to start with us, our Immigration providers will reach out to you immediately to commence discussions regarding your immigration status including eligibility to work and appropriate work visa needed. All offers will be contingent on you obtaining proper work authorization.
Show content of If I am studying abroad or on an exchange program, will Deutsche Bank still consider me for the summer internship interview process?
Yes. It’s all about being proactive. Do your research thoroughly, and apply in plenty of time online. Although you may not have a chance to meet directly with us on campus, everyone has to submit their application online, so the recruitment process is the same for everyone.
Show content of If Deutsche Bank doesn’t visit my campus, will my application still be considered?
Yes. Although we maintain relationships with certain universities where we actively market ourselves, all applications are considered carefully and treated fairly.
Show content of Can I join a programme in a country where I don’t currently reside?
We aim to hire and develop people from local talent pools wherever possible. However, there are some exceptions. In some countries, we do accept international applications. For the latest details, check our site regularly, or ask your local Careers Office.
Show content of Can I apply to more than one country? Can I apply to more than one division?
We’d like you to research carefully exactly what division you want to work in, and then apply to just one role in one country. If you’re open to other opportunities, our recruiting team may consider forwarding your application to a different area of Deutsche Bank, depending on how you progress through our selection process, as well as business needs.
Show content of I wasn’t successful in the interview process previously. Can I apply for another position?
In most instances, if you are unsuccessful for one role you cannot be considered for another in the same hiring year. This will also depend on why you haven’t been successful. You should bear in mind that the skills and profile required to be successful in one business will be very different to those needed in another. We would like you to be committed to a long-term career in the division you’ve applied for, rather than switching from one programme to another.
The recruitment process
Show content of What’s the recruitment process?
Deutsche Bank recruits on-campus for graduate opportunities across the globe. We also accept applications from universities where we don’t have a presence on-campus, too.
You can find out more about what the recruitment process involves on our dedicated page here.
Show content of How can I track the status of my application?
You can monitor the progress of your application by logging in as a 'Returning Candidate' through our online application tool. When you log in, you have the option to track your application, to view your completed application and to edit personal details. All you need is your username (email address) and password.
Bear in mind that we may be reviewing several thousand applications. In general, we don’t reject candidates until all of the positions are filled and the program is full. This ensures that everyone has the same opportunity, but it may mean you have to wait a little longer for your response if you apply well before the deadline. We hope you understand and thank you for your patience.
Show content of How do I update my application once I’ve submitted it?
It’s possible for you to upload another resume to replace your old one simply by attaching a new file in its place. However, once you’ve submitted your application you can’t update it. This ensures a transparent and consistent process across all regions and programs. If you find that your un-submitted application does not allow edits, or you experience technical problems, please email support@yello.co to contact the technical support team.
Online assessments
Show content of What do the online assessments involve?
When you enter the online assessment site you will find two task tiles waiting for you. The first task tile provides a more detailed overview of the process and what assessments are required at each stage.
To summarise, the process involves: Situational Judgment Test, Behavioral Questionnaire and an Ability Test. After which you’ll be asked to do a pre-recorded Video Interview. We recommend reading the information about each stage in the experience platform to help you prepare.
Show content of I need help to complete my online test. Who do I contact to help with reasonable adjustments for any disabilities?
Only the ability test is timed. If you reach this stage, please get in touch with us with an overview of the recommendation you have been given by an educational psychologist/medical professional for how much additional time you should be given. We can then adjust the timing for you.
Show content of Who do I contact for any technical difficulties with my online application or online assessments?
If you’re experiencing technical difficulties with your application or the candidate portal, please email support@yello.co. If you lose internet connection while completing the assessments you will be able to return to the assessments at the same point once you regain internet connection. If you are now receiving a message saying you are no longer able to return to the ability assessment this means you have exceeded the number of times you can exit this assessment. You will be asked to contact us with further information about the issues you experienced and we can investigate whether a reset can be provided.
If you have any general queries regarding the application process please contact hr.direct@db.com
Video Interviews
Show content of How should I prepare for the video interview?
Be prepared to tell us why you’re right for Deutsche Bank and why Deutsche Bank is right for you. If you’re serious about a career in banking, we know that you’ll be talking to a lot of firms. But you should understand how we differ from other financial institutions, and why the division you’re applying to is more suitable for you than another. We’ll expect you to demonstrate an understanding of the role you’re applying to and the work you’ll be doing. We’d also like you to tell us why you want to work in the financial services industry as opposed to any other sector. We strongly recommend that you do not use AI tools to answer these questions. We are looking for authenticity in your responses and a clear demonstration of your interest in Deutsche Bank,
Show content of How does the video interview work?
Full instructions on how to complete the video interview are provided when you get to that stage of the online assessment experience. You will not be required to record your own videos on your own device and upload them, instead the technology we use will record you through the platform. You will have the opportunity to test it first and complete an example question. The video interview is not a live interaction, you will be recorded in your own time and those responses stored for us to review after completion.
We strongly recommend that you do not use AI tools to answer these questions. We are looking for authenticity in your responses and a clear demonstration of your interest in Deutsche Bank,
Show content of How many attempts will I get to record my responses to the video interview?
After you see each question you will be provided with two minutes to prepare your response. You then have two minutes to record your responses and just have the one attempt. Therefore, we encourage you to ensure you are prepared before beginning your video interview and use the full preparation time available for each question. We strongly recommend that you do not use AI tools to answer these questions. We are looking for authenticity in your responses and a clear demonstration of your interest in Deutsche Bank,