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HOW TO APPLY
APPLICATIONS FOR OUR 2027 COHORT WILL OPEN ON APRIL 1.
Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the FINMA 2027 cohort.
Before you apply, please ensure:
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you meet the program eligibility,
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you have a current CV and academic transcript/record of achievement to attach to your application, and
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you have thought about your interest in- and motivation for a future career in finance and you have some examples to demonstrate this.
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Applications close at 23:59 on May 31, 2026.
APPLICATION TIMELINE
Feb - May, 2026
April 1 - May 31
May - June
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Find out more about FINMA and a career in finance
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FINMA information and networking events, high school careers expos and events, university society events
Events
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Do your research, understand and be able to articulate your motivation and differentiate yourself
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Don't leave it to the last minute!
Applications open
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Finding out more about you, your motivations, and your passions
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Prepare: elevator pitch, motivation STAR responses
Pre-screen Interviews
Mid-July
Early July
Mid - Late June
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Meet some of the leadership team.
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Prepare: Motivation, STAR responses, practise quant and analytical ability
Final Round Interviews
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Meet some of the FINMA team in person
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Prepare: Motivation, STAR responses, practise quant and analytical ability. Focus on communication and your self-awareness
First Round Assessments
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An opportunity to meet current FINMA participants in an informal setting & ask questions
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An opportunity for your parents/family to ask questions and become familiar and comfortable with the program
Social and Q&A Event
Late July
August
Early January, 2027
FINMA Program Commences
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If you are successful, we will discuss the FINMA offer with you and your family.
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If you are unsuccessful, we will provide feedback to assist you in future recruitment processes.
Results
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You may be required to undertake a further interview with one of our industry sponsors.
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Prepare: research the organisation, articulate motivation and passion, demonstrate potential and commitment
Industry Interviews
HOW TO APPLY
APPLICATIONS FOR OUR 2027 COHORT WILL OPEN ON APRIL 1.
Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the FINMA 2027 cohort.
Before you apply, please ensure:
-
you meet the program eligibility,
-
you have a current CV and academic transcript/record of achievement to attach to your application, and
-
you have thought about your interest in- and motivation for a future career in finance and you have some examples to demonstrate this.
​
Applications close at 23:59 on 31st May, 2026.
Feb - May, 2026
1 April - 31 May
May - June
Mid - Late June
APPLICATION TIMELINE
-
Find out more about FINMA and a career in finance
-
FINMA information and networking events, high school careers expos and events, university society events
Events
-
Do your research, understand and be able to articulate your motivation and differentiate yourself
-
Don't leave it to the last minute!
Applications open
-
Finding out more about you, your motivations and your passions
-
Prepare: elevator pitch, motivation STAR responses
Pre-screen Interviews
-
Meet some of the FINMA team in person
-
Prepare: Motivation, STAR responses, practise quant and analytical ability. Focus on communication and your self-awareness
First Round Assessments
Early July
-
An opportunity to meet current FINMA participants in an informal setting & ask questions
-
An opportunity for your parents/family to ask questions and become familiar and comfortable with the program
Social and Q&A Event
-
Meet some of the leadership team.
-
Prepare: Motivation, STAR responses, practise quant and analytical ability
Final Round Interviews
Mid-July
Late July
-
You may be required to undertake a further interview with one of our industry sponsors.
-
Prepare: research the organisation, articulate motivation and passion, demonstrate potential and commitment
Industry Interviews
August
-
If you are successful, we will discuss the FINMA offer with you and your family.
-
If you are unsuccessful, we will provide feedback to assist you in future recruitment processes.
Results
Early January 2027
FINMA Program Commences
APPLICATION TIMELINE
Feb - May, 2026
-
Find out more about FINMA and a career in finance
-
FINMA information and networking events, high school careers expos and events, university society events
Events
1 April - 31 May
-
Do your research, understand and be able to articulate your motivation and differentiate yourself
-
Don't leave it to the last minute!
Applications open
May - June
-
Finding out more about you, your motivations and your passions
Prepare: elevator pitch, motivation STAR responses
Pre-screen Interviews
Mid - Late June
-
Meet some of the FINMA team in person
Prepare: Motivation, STAR responses, practise quant and analytical ability. Focus on communication and your self-awareness
First Round Assessments
Early-July
-
An opportunity to meet current FINMA participants in an informal setting and ask questions
An opportunity for your parents/family to ask questions and become familiar and comfortable with the program
Social and Q&A Event
Mid-July
-
Meet some of the leadership team.
-
Prepare: Motivation, STAR responses, practise quant and analytical ability
Final Round Interviews
Late July
-
You may be required to undertake a further interview with one of our industry sponsors.
-
Prepare: research the organisation, articulate motivation and passion, demonstrate potential and commitment
Industry Interviews
August
-
If you are successful, we will discuss the FINMA offer with you and your family.
-
If you are unsuccessful, we will provide feedback to assist you in future recruitment processes)
Results
Early January 2027
FINMA Program commences
WHAT DOES THE FINMA PROGRAM LOOK LIKE?
WHAT TO EXPECT FOR THE 3 YEARS AT FINMA
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The pdf below outlines how your training commitments at FINMA will align with your university studies. It outlines when you will be completing highly applied finance training in a small seminar format. And it outlines when you will be completing various pre-arranged internships.
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
Program eligibility criteria are intended to serve as a general guideline only. You do not need to satisfy all of the criteria. If you have a genuine desire for a career in finance, we encourage you to apply. ​​​
01
Australian Citizen Or Permanent Resident
Must have the unrestricted right to live and work in Australia.
03
Academically Strong
A tertiary entrance score of ATAR 95+, IB 40+, WAM 80+ is desirable.
05
Passionate
You must be passionate about a career in finance
02
Year 12 Or University Student
Should have at least 3 years of university left when starting the FINMA program
04
Commitment
Ability to commit to the FINMA program alongside a university degree
06
Leadership
Demonstrated leadership or excellence in one or many fields in extracurricular activites
​If you have questions about our eligibility criteria, please send a message to recruitment@finma.au​​
HOW TO APPLY
APPLICATIONS FOR OUR 2026 COHORT ARE NOW OPEN!
Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the FINMA 2026 cohort.
Before you apply, please ensure:
-
you meet the program eligibility,
-
you have a current CV and academic transcript to attach to your application, and
-
you have thought about your interest in- and motivation for a future career in finance and you have some examples to demonstrate this.
​
Applications close at 23:59 on 9th July, 2025.