At SMBC, we connect the resilience of our employees to thestrength of our firm. Our culture is one of integrity and respect, wherewe welcome all input and accept it without judgment. We understand that considering all ideas and perspectives ultimately delivers more creative solutions and better results for each other, our organization, and our clients. SMBC Explore is a unique one-day summit for sophomoreand junior college students who are interested in a career within the financial services industry and are currently pursuing an undergraduate degree from an accredited university.This event is open to all and provides an exclusive opportunity for participants to interact directly with business professionals at SMBC who have a wealth of experience in their respective fields. This is a great opportunity to learn more about SMBC, ouremphasis on a culture of inclusion, and why our firm is a great place for professional development and career growth. We will be hosting two summits on August 29 and September 5 through a virtual platform. When submitting your application, please let us know your date of preference. Program Elements
SMBC Explore 2025 features a full day program designed to introduce you to SMBC and to each other – all within a convenient virtual setting for this year’s program offering
Learn about our internship and analyst programs, recruitment timeline, and our various businesses
Panel discussions and mock interviews with former summer interns, managers, and senior leaders at the firm
Introduction to our Inclusion & Belonging team, and our Enterprise Resource Groups (ERGs)
Professional skills-building workshops
Interactive breakout sessions for networking
Preferred Qualifications
Current undergraduate sophomore-junior students (graduation must fall between Dec 2026 and May 2028)
All majors are welcome to apply
Strong interest in a career within financial services
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with specific ability to communicate concepts and ideas concisely
Outstanding ethics, integrity, judgment, and intellectual curiosity
You will not require sponsorship now or in the future for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa) to work for SMBC
How to Apply
Submit your application here by August 15 at noon ET

If you are selected,we will release the date, time, and virtual link to you by August 22.