DNB traineeship
Do you have a Master's degree from a research university and are you looking to develop yourself across the board? The DNB traineeship gives you the unique opportunity to work on a variety of today’s financial-economic issues that are not only intrinsically challenging, but also highly socially relevant. Are you ready to put your analytical skills and keen eye to work for financial stability and sustainable prosperity?
We will not be recruiting a new cohort for the DNB traineeship in 2026. We will use this time to optimise our programme and ensure that trainees receive the best guidance and opportunities. Stay tuned – a new cohort will start in September 2027!
This is what your traineeship looks like
Over two years, you will work in three different places within DNB, for example at the central bank, supervision, or resolution (settling institutions in trouble). The placements will focus on your talents and development goals, allowing you to bring out the best in yourself. You are, often as part of a multidisciplinary team, solving complex issues. For example, on new regulatory legislation, climate risks at financial institutions, or the digital euro.
Personal development
The traineeship is entirely dedicated to your substantive, professional and personal development. As a trainee, you will therefore receive intensive coaching, both individually and together with your fellow trainees. You will take the Basic Supervisor Training (BoT) and Central Banker Training (BCB) and follow professional training in the field of fintech, financial laws and regulations or, for example, data science. You will also learn how to write a good policy paper and speech or how to conduct a good supervisory interview. You can also count on a personal support team: in addition to your manager, your mentor, buddy and trainee supervisor are closely involved in your development.
View more DNB stories
-
Non-financial risk management Legal Fahrida – Senior Legal Counsel at DNB As a senior legal counsel at DNB, Fahrida strengthens supervision and supports a safe and trustworthy financial system through her legal expertise.
-
Diversity and inclusion Anneloes – Female Capital at DNB Anneloes supports equal opportunities and the growth of female talent at DNB through her work with Female Capital.
-
Diversity and inclusion Els – GroenDNB and sustainability at DNB Els promotes sustainability within DNB through GroenDNB, encouraging colleagues to make conscious choices for a greener future.
-
Diversity and inclusion Staff and support Ewa – HR Service Desk specialist at DNB Ewa supports colleagues through the HR service desk, ensuring clear, timely and accurate handling of HR questions across the organisation.
-
Diversity and inclusion Ger – DNB Pride and inclusion at DNB Ger supports an inclusive and safe workplace through DNB Pride, helping create a culture where everyone can be themselves.
-
Diversity and inclusion Jerry – Silver Club bij DNB Jerry zet zich via de Silver Club in voor een inclusieve werkplek waar alle generaties worden gewaardeerd en hun ervaring volop tot hun recht komt.
-
Sustainability and climate Staff and support Nesrine – Sustainability Policy Officer at DNB Nesrine develops sustainability policy at DNB, translating climate risks into clear supervision and supporting a resilient financial system.
-
Financial risk management Paul – Insurance Supervisor at DNB Paul supervises insurers and assesses risks to help keep the financial system stable, secure and resilient.
-
Security Sharon – Security Coordinator at DNB Sharon ensures a safe working environment as security coordinator, supporting colleagues with clear processes and professional security guidance.
-
Inflation Financial risk management Tom – Pension Funds Supervisor at DNB Discover how Tom helps supervise pension funds and contributes to a stable and future-proof financial sector.
-
Cyber and data Data & IT Willem‑Geert – Product Owner at DNB As a product owner at DNB, Willem‑Geert develops digital solutions that strengthen supervision and support a resilient financial system.
-
Sustainability and climate Non-financial risk management Research and statistics Marloes - Sustainable Finance Officer at DNB Discover how Marloes works as a Sustainable Finance Officer at DNB and contributes to a sustainable financial sector.
-
Cyber and data Data & IT Nidhi – BizTalk Consultant at DNB As a BizTalk consultant at DNB, Nidhi builds reliable integrations that support stable systems essential to the financial infrastructure.
-
Economics and policy Bas – Business analyst at DNB Bas analyses processes and data at DNB, helping to improve supervision and strengthen the efficiency and clarity of the financial system.
-
Inflation Economics and policy Marco – Senior Economist at DNB Discover how Marco works on monetary policy at DNB and contributes to financial stability and inflation control in Europe.
-
Money laundering Non-financial risk management Roy - Financial Economic Crime Supervisor Discover how Roy works at DNB to combat financial crime and strengthen integrity in the financial sector.
-
Sustainability and climate Non-financial risk management Vera – Supervisor at DNB Vera supervises financial institutions and assesses risks to help maintain a safe, stable and resilient financial system.
-
Cyber and data Data & IT Christel - Cyber Resilience Specialist at DNB Discover how Christel at DNB works on cyber resilience and crisis management to keep financial systems secure and resilient.
-
Graduates & students Emma - DNB Trainee Discover how Emma grows as a trainee at DNB, building new skills and developing in a dynamic environment.
-
Money laundering Eva – Financial Crime supervision at DNB As a supervisor, Eva tackles financial crime and helps ensure a safe and trustworthy financial sector.
-
Graduates & students Jeffrey - Data & Tech Trainee Discover Jeffrey’s journey as a Data & Tech trainee at DNB, working with data and technology to create real impact.
-
Cyber and data Data & IT Jeroen - Head of Digital Security Services at DNB Discover how Jeroen, Head of Digital Security Services at DNB, works on digital security and safeguarding financial systems.
-
Cyber and data Data & IT Joost – Information security and cybersecurity at DNB As an Information Security Officer, Joost strengthens cybersecurity and protects the financial sector from digital threats.
-
Graduates & students Liz - DNB Trainee Discover how Liz’s internship in economic policy led to a DNB traineeship with real impact and growth opportunities.
-
Graduates & students Maria - DNB Trainee Maria shares how she develops her talent, collaborates with experts and contributes to economic and societal challenges at DNB.
-
Graduates & students Mary - Data & Tech Trainee Discover Mary’s journey as a Data & Tech trainee at DNB, working with data, AI and real societal impact.
-
Graduates & students Neha - DNB Trainee Discover how Neha as a DNB trainee works on models, climate risks and real societal impact in an analytical environment.
-
Graduates & students Teun - Data & Tech Trainee Discover Teun’s journey as a Data & Tech trainee at DNB, working with AI, data and innovation in a dynamic environment.
-
Graduates & students Wasilij - DNB Trainee Discover how Wasilij as a DNB trainee works on data analysis, policy and real societal impact in a dynamic setting.
-
Legal Leon - Legal Counsel at DNB As a Legal Counsel, Leon works on complex financial and societal issues.
-
Graduates & students Daniël on Central Bank Internship Programme Daniël shares his experiences as an intern at DNB and what he learned during the Central Bank Internship Programme.
-
Legal Sakina on privacy and growth at DNB Sakina shares how she helps protect personal data, raises awareness and continues to grow as a Privacy Officer.
-
Diversity and inclusion Staff and support Iris on JongDNB, growth and connection Iris shares how JongDNB helps her grow, build connections and contribute to initiatives across DNB.
-
Cyber and data Non-financial risk management Data & IT Ali on banking supervision and IT risk Ali shares how he supervises banks, strengthens digital resilience and contributes to a resilient financial sector.
Challenging assignments
As a DNB trainee, you will work on all kinds of projects. Below is a small selection of the many assignments you can work on as a trainee.
Testing models for market and credit risk by visiting national and international financial institutions.
Conducting a combined DNB-ECB data analysis project on the impact of climate change on energy derivatives.
Investigating the extent to which vulnerable groups can keep up with an increasingly digitalised payment system.
Conducting research on the role of card schemes (Mastercard and Visa) on banks' cash services.
Developing a dashboard showing the carbon footprint of insurers' and pension funds' investments, and engage with institutions on this topic.
Contributing to the development of policies and regulations to prevent financial institutions from getting involved in money laundering and terrorist financing.
Questions about this traineeship?
Kim van der Heide
Talent manager
k.van.der.heide@dnb.nl
+31 6 528 290 26
Christa de Vries
Recruiter
c.de.vries@dnb.nl
+31 6 310 287 73
Good to know
Apply in 8 steps
Applications for the DNB Traineeship open on 1 April 2027.
The traineeship starts on 1 September 2027. Sign up for the DNB Job Alert below to receive a notification in time when applications open.