How many graduates are you recruiting this year?
Can I apply to more than one of HSBC's graduate programmes?
Will HSBC apply for a work permit for me?
When can I start?
Does it matter if I don't have a finance background?
Can I defer my offer?
Do I need to have a Masters degree or MBA?
What do I do if I want to work for HSBC in a different country?
Can I re-apply if I have applied before?
Will the languages I speak determine which countries I work in?
Will I receive feedback on my application?
Do you pay expenses?
I don't have a 2.1. What do I do now?
I am disabled. Can you accommodate my needs during the selection process?
Do you only accept applications from 21-year-olds?
How can I find out about the progress of my application once I have submitted it online?
Must I have a bank account with HSBC?
How many graduates are you recruiting this year?
We'll recruit around 260 graduates across our UK programmes and approximately 50 to our European Management scheme. We'll also recruit around 70 undergraduates for our UK summer Internship programme.
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Can I apply to more than one of HSBC's graduate programmes?
The programmes offer very different opportunities. It is unlikely that more than one will fit your career preferences. Identify the most suitable programme for you, and apply only to that programme. Duplicate applications will be disqualified.
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Will HSBC apply for a work permit for me?
We'll apply for a work permit on your behalf only if you're applying for the Executive Management programme in the UK. You need to be legally entitled to work in the UK at all times during your employment to apply for all other UK graduate programmes.
We accept applications from all over the world for our global programmes.Visit www.hsbc.com/careers to find out more.
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When can I start?
There are several start dates available for most of our UK graduate programmes. This will give you the opportunity to travel or take some time off before starting with us.
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Does it matter if I don't have a finance background?
We take applicants with degrees in any subject for most of our UK graduate programmes. We'll train you in the skills you need.
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Can I defer my offer?
We'll consider deferring offers on a case-by-case basis. There are also various start dates available for most of our graduate programmes.
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Do I need to have a Masters degree or MBA?
The UK programmes are open to undergraduates – you don't need a Masters degree or MBA. You can apply if you have these qualifications. We assess each application on its merits.
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What do I do if I want to work for HSBC in a different country?
You should visit www.hsbc.com/studentcareers 
and select the country that interests you. You can view the different graduate programmes available in that country and find out how to apply.
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Can I re-apply if I have applied before?
You can only re-apply for any of our programmes after six months, and you'll go through the same selection and assessment process as other candidates. Before you do, think carefully about why your last application was unsuccessful.
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Will the languages I speak determine which countries I work in?
No. The business language we use at HSBC is English. If you speak a particular language, it doesn't necessarily mean you'll work in a country that speaks that language. In those countries where you need to speak the local language, we will send you on intensive language training before you take up your role.
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Will I receive feedback on my application?
Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide feedback to all candidates. If you attend one of our assessment centres, we will give you detailed feedback on your performance, even if you're unsuccessful.
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Do you pay expenses?
We reimburse travelling costs incurred during the selection process. Make sure you keep all your receipts.
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I don't have a 2.1. What do I do now?
Our Retail Management and Commercial Management programmes have a 2.2 requirement.
We also offer a range of other career opportunities within the UK for school leavers (or graduates who do not have a 2.2). Please visit www.jobs.hsbc.co.uk and have a look at the Management Academy Programme.
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I am disabled. Can you accommodate my needs during the selection process?
Please contact us to discuss your requirements. We will work with you to accommodate your needs.
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Do you only accept applications from 21-year-olds?
Age is not important to us. All applicants are judged on their demonstrated abilities. Similarly, it doesn’t matter which stage of your study or career you are currently at. We are keen to hear from anyone who could make a valuable addition to our business, even if you are yet to graduate or you left university years ago.
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How can I find out about the progress of my application once I have submitted it online?
Once you submit your application form we'll send you details of how to log in to our application centre. From there, you can view the progress of your application.
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Must I have a bank account with HSBC?
You do not need a bank account to apply, although we'll expect you to open a bank account if you join us. If you're interested in our banking services, please visit www.hsbc.co.uk
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