Tech Programme

About the programme

SEB is a large international company with more than 17,500 employees worldwide. 2,500 of these work in the Technology division, and there are approximately 1,500 technology-related roles in other parts of the bank. Together, they form an agile organisation with the common goal of creating products and services that simplify and improve the daily lives of our customers and employees. 

The Tech organisation has been tasked with being a driving force in shaping the future of the bank by contributing with technical expertise and innovation. In addition to ensuring that the bank's systems are always available, reliable, and future proof, the Tech organisation also serves as the bank's research and development department, exploring how value can be created for customers using new technologies such as AI and Cloud. SEB's Tech and IT-related services are currently located in 14 countries, with the majority based in Sweden and Lithuania. 

Our Tech programme is designed to provide you with a broad introduction to working in a large and complex international organisation while kickstarting your career as a Tech specialist. The programme accommodates approximately 20 participants each year where the majority are based in Sweden. But we also have some positions at our international sites.

The programme starts in September each year and lasts for six months. Right from the beginning, you will be employed in a specific role where you will receive support and inspiration to grow and develop into a future IT specialist. 

The programme primarily consists of two parts, with time allocated to work in your department in the role you were recruited for, as well as programme activities such as, learning, and networking activities.

Education and Collaboration 

Throughout the programme, you will participate in learning activities, including courses in areas such as self-leadership, communication, and collaboration. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to participate in workshops, listen to inspiring speakers, be part of hackathons, a business challenge, Google Cloud days, and much more. 

Collaboration, responsibility, and the drive to make a positive impact are key competencies to develop during the programme. During your months in the Tech programme, you will have many opportunities to collaborate with others from the Tech organisation, as well as with other colleagues in the bank. You will take personal responsibility and drive collaborative activities, as well as participate in real business challenges and find solutions together with your colleagues. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to and influence our culture, values, and way of working. 

SEB's Tech programme is a unique development opportunity and a way for you to build a network and work on exciting and meaningful IT projects. We hope you want to be one of us!

Are you the one we are looking for? 

Are you a Tech enthusiast? Are you curious about working in a bank? Do you want to challenge us and the rest of the industry? Then the Tech programme is perfect for you. 

We are on an exciting digital journey and are therefore looking for committed employees who want to challenge and drive SEB forward together, find new solutions, and create the bank of the future. Customers' high expectations for both digital services and sustainable solutions form the basis of our business development and offerings. Sustainability and digitalisation are integrated into all aspects of SEB's operations.

General Requirements 

At the start of the programme, you should have completed an academic degree, or a two-year education in IT or technology at a vocational college. You can be a recent graduate, about to graduate just before the programme starts, or have some work experience. However, it should not have been more than two years since you graduated. You should be fluent in spoken and written English, and it is meritorious if you have some form of work experience in the IT field. 

You have strong analytical skills and are proficient in problem-solving. A willingness to challenge and drive change is highly valued. In our recruitment, SEB behaviours are something we consider when choosing whom to hire. These behaviours include creating value, acting long-term, and building positive relationships.

Our recruitment process

1. Let us get to know you!

Now it's our turn to get to know you. As part of your application, you will be invited to take psychometric tests, and if your profile matches what we are looking for, the next step is competency-based interviews with our recruitment partner, Ada Digital.

2. Meet us at SEB 

We invite a selection of our candidates to an inspirational day at SEB, where you will meet former participants and various representatives from SEB, and learn more about the Tech programme.

3. Next steps 

After the SEB day, there will be further interviews where the final candidates will meet hiring managers and complete a case. If you are the right fit for the role, you will receive a concrete job offer in the next step.

4. Welcome to SEB!

The Tech programme starts in early September with an introduction in your home department, followed by a kick-off and various activities and learning sessions with the other participants in the programme.

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about our open vacancies and recruiting processes