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Bank Negara Malaysia Internship Programme 2027

You will join one of the many departments, working at Bank Negara Malaysia’s headquarters in Kuala Lumpur for three to six months at the heart of the Malaysian economy. In this role you may be involved in key central banking functions like surveillance, research, policymaking, banking supervision, analytics, operations, and tech, amongst others.

When you join us at Bank Negara Malaysia, you are joining an organisation that cares for your development. You will receive coaching and mentoring from your colleagues, who will help you grow and achieve your career goals.

Our structured internship programme will give you a first-hand experience with what we do at the only central bank in Malaysia. At the end of your internship, high-performing interns may receive a fast-track invitation to interview for our Kijang Graduate Program.

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Information for Applicants

We invite interested candidates to apply via the link below:

  • January–June 2027 internship intake:
    Application opens from 15 November 2026 until 1 February 2027
  • July–December 2027 internship intake:
    Application opens from 1 April 2027 until 1 June 2027

Internship requirements:

  • Currently residing in and is a citizen of Malaysia
  • Malaysian undergraduate students enrolled in higher learning institutions in Malaysia, in disciplines relevant to Bank Negara Malaysia, whose academic programme requires the completion of an internship. Candidates must be either in their final year of study or at a year of their programme where internship participation is compulsory.
  • Malaysian students pursuing an undergraduate degree at higher learning institutions overseas, in disciplines relevant to Bank Negara Malaysia. Candidates must be in their first or second year of study.
  • CGPA of at least 3.50 and above or a second class upper (2:1) final degree classification, or a WAM of 75% in an undergraduate or masters’ degree in any discipline from a reputable academic institution
  • Internship duration for a minimum of three (3) months and maximum of six (6) months

Terms and Conditions:

  • The application is open subject to role requirement and availability
  • Application must be submitted three (3) months prior to the commencement of internship period.
  • Only successful candidates will be notified for internship placement
  • Only online applications submitted via Bank Negara Malaysia careers portal will be entertained. Postal / courier /email applications will not be processed
  • Bank Negara Malaysia will access all candidates equally with offer extended only to those who meets the requirements

Documents

To apply, please click the Internship Application form below and submit the required documents via the link in the form:

  • Internship Application Form
  • Resume
  • Latest Academic Results / Transcript
  • A copy of your NRIC
  • Internship placement letter issued by the university (if any)

Application Process

  • Psychometric Assessment
  • Video Assessment
  • Interview
  • Offer
Successful applicants will be required to undergo a medical examination and security vetting process prior to appointment. Interns will receive a monthly allowance of RM1,700.
 

Interns may be assigned to various departments across Bank Negara Malaysia, subject to departmental needs and placement availability. While we will make every effort to match interns to departments that align with their preferences and academic background, placements will ultimately depend on the Bank requirements. This approach aims to ensure interns are able to make meaningful contributions while gaining valuable learning and professional development opportunities.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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