One afternoon in May, students from Lund University School of Economics and Management (LUSEM) gathered with representatives from several Swedish banks to discuss myths and truths in the banking sector. Representatives from Handelsbanken, Sparbanken Skåne, SEB, and Nordea, all partner companies of LUSEM, were present.
The students got to know the representatives through so-called round table discussions. Some of the guests had long careers behind them in banking, while others were newer in their roles, all brought valuable advice and insights to the students.
Some of the questions included:
- How do you break into the banking sphere?
- Do you need connections to get a job?
- Is it possible to work while studying?
- Are perfect grades essential?
- How long do you stay in a junior role?
- Is AI a big part of the job?
As a student, it’s important to have a bit of patience and not expect to land a high-level qualified position right away. Many of the representatives encouraged students to begin their careers in junior roles while still studying. By working in customer service or at a local bank branch, students can gain hands-on experience, build valuable connections, and discover whether they actually enjoy the work, all before entering the job market after university.
Read more about the students take on this experience (in Swedish):
Myter och sanningar inom bankvärlden – ehl.lu.se
