June 29, 2026

The ISFB is offering four free spots at its 2026 Summer School, with a total value of CHF 7,800. These scholarships are intended for students enrolled at a university or college in French-speaking Switzerland who wish to explore careers in banking and finance.

The ISFB Summer School 2026 will be held from August 3 to 14, 2026, in Geneva.

To mark this occasion, the ISFB is offering four free spots to students from French-speaking Switzerland. The total value of these scholarships is CHF 7,800.

This initiative is open to students enrolled at a university or college in French-speaking Switzerland who are interested in careers in banking and finance, regardless of their field of study.

Banking and finance offer a wide range of career paths. Customer relations, analysis, wealth management, compliance, risk management, sustainable finance, technology, operations, and support functions: the sector is looking for well-trained, curious professionals who can understand the demands of a challenging work environment.

Two weeks to explore the banking and financial sector

The ISFB Summer School offers a two-week immersion in careers in banking and finance.

The program includes meetings with professionals, career presentations, HR workshops, site visits, role-playing exercises, and discussions about recruitment expectations.

The goal is simple: to give participants a concrete understanding of the industry, its career paths, and the skills needed to build a career in it.

Who are these scholarships intended for?

The four ISFB Summer School scholarships are open to students:

• enrolled at a university or college in French-speaking Switzerland (required);
• who are interested in careers in banking and finance;
• available from August 3 to 14, 2026, in Geneva;
• who want to better understand the career opportunities in the sector.

To apply, please provide the following:

• their university or college;
• his faculty;
• their current level of education (bachelor's, master's, doctoral)
• a brief statement explaining their interest in the banking and finance sector.

The four recipients will be selected on July 13, 2026, from among the eligible applications.

Individuals enrolled in a continuing education program (CAS, DAS, MAS) are not eligible.

A First Bridge Between Academia and Banking Careers

Through its Summer School, the ISFB is forging an initial connection between young talent trained in French-speaking Switzerland and the banking and financial sector.

This approach reflects a simple reality: careers are evolving, job profiles are becoming more diverse, and learning about the industry remains a key step in career planning.

For many students, banking and finance are sometimes viewed solely through the lens of a few well-known professions. The Summer School offers a broader perspective: that of a sector made up of specialists, advisors, analysts, lawyers, risk managers, technology leaders, HR professionals, sustainability specialists, and numerous support roles.

Terms and Conditions of Participation

Participation is free of charge, with no obligation to purchase, and is reserved for students enrolled at a university or college in French-speaking Switzerland. Only one application per person is permitted. Recipients will be selected on July 13, 2026, from among the eligible applications and notified directly by the ISFB. Those not selected will not receive individual notification. The scholarships are non-transferable, non-exchangeable, and cannot be converted into cash. The information provided will be used exclusively for processing applications related to this program and will not be used for marketing purposes.

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Summer School – Summer 2026

4 scholarships offered to students in French-speaking Switzerland

 

For many students, banking and finance are sometimes viewed solely through the lens of a few well-known professions. The Summer School offers a broader perspective: that of a sector made up of specialists, advisors, analysts, lawyers, risk managers, technology leaders, HR professionals, sustainability specialists, and numerous support roles.

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