Overview
You are the brains behind our work …
At Citi, we do not just adapt to change – we drive it. Our Summer Technology Analyst Program is where forward thinking talents meet unparalleled opportunities. This is your chance to innovate, influence, and make an impact in the most global financial institution!
Citi Technology partners to ensure that Citi’s platforms can “Be the Best” for clients globally, with a diverse and ethical workforce that applies innovation and automation to deliver a world class client experience and strengthen our reputation. We have over 30,000 technologists globally who are dedicated to serving our clients’ needs across the firm. By utilizing a broad range of technologies, we are at the forefront of innovation. We seek to drive our systems and processes towards scalable, low-latency, high frequency enterprise systems to support Citi’s strategic priorities.
We provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed…
We are committed to teaching you the ropes. The 10-week Summer Analyst Program starts in mid-June with an in-depth education on the Analyst role’s fundamentals and the nuances of Citi’s culture. The program also includes on-the-desk training, an informative speaker series, and networking opportunities. Summer Analysts often return to Citi after graduating from university to become Full-Time Analysts and continue their career in technology.
Your time here will look something like this…
We offer opportunities with a variety of different tracks available in the Budapest office:
Citi Technology Infrastructure
You will work in an agile software development environment, developing quality and scalable software solutions using leading-edge technologies. Based on business requirements, you will develop code consistent with quality standards and offer support during testing cycles and post-production deployment. To ensure defect-free programming, you will use the appropriate tools to test and debug code and participate in the review of peer coding. You have additional support, too. You join with a cohort of other new hires and go through training together to learn about our company, our tools and processes, and the technical skills you will need to succeed.
While technologies can vary slightly from team to team, some developer will have exposure within the following categories:
- Microservices Developer: Java, Spring Framework, Pivotal Cloud Foundry
- iOS: Swift, Xcode, MVC Architecture
- Android: Java, Android Studio, JavaScript, CSS, AJAX, Java Web Services
- Web: Angular (latest version), Eclipse, Java, JSP, TypeScript, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, AJAX
While other developer will be exposed to the following:
- Engineering Excellence practices: Minimum Development Standards and Minimum Operational standards set and followed at CITI.
- Understand latest design and software architecture patterns and frameworks: Microservices, APIs, Spring Core/MVC/Boot/Cloud, REST and so on.
- CI/CD with exposure to various software development tools like: JIRA, Zephry, BitBucket, TeamCity, uDeploy, Artifactory, Openshift(ECS/Docker)
- Event streaming/messaging systems using KAFKA or similar technology.
- Exposure to Containers using Docker/Kubernetes.
Cyber Security
Our technological solutions are the foundations of everything we do. We keep the bank safe and provide the technical tools our workers need to be successful. We design our digital architecture and ensure our platforms provide a first-class customer experience. Our operations teams manage risk, resources, and program management. We focus on enterprise resiliency and business continuity. We develop, coordinate, and execute strategic operational plans. Essentially, Chief Information Security Office (CISO) works together to ensure the safety of Citi’s and our clients’ assets and information.
No matter your team placement (Technology Infrastructure or Cyber Security), as a member in our program, you can expect:
- Global Exposure: Work in globally scoped projects with cross-functional teams and gain insights into how technology drives the financial sector worldwide.
- Continuous Learning: Benefit from structured learning, networking, mentoring, and development programs that are designed to sharpen your technical prowess, enhance your business insight, and cultivate your leadership skills.
- Real Impact: Contribute to real-world projects that shape the future of banking, from developing next-gen digital banking solutions to enhancing our cybersecurity defenses and driving data-powered innovations.
We want to hear from you if…
We are in a hunt for trailblazers with a passion for technology and drive to make a difference. To join this elite program, you should:
- Have active Hungarian student ID.
- Be graduating between Dec 2025 and July 2026.
- Pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or other tech related degree.
- Have Hungarian language knowledge.
- You have an interest working in a high-tech global technology environment and have the basic understanding of technologies, including by not limited to programing languages (C++, Java, etc.), application development, or basic concepts of relational databases.
- Understand the fundamentals of cybersecurity – if you prefer that track.
- Be a problem solver who thrives on innovation and enjoys tackling challenges head-on.
- Possess a global outlook and a willingness to collaborate across cultures and time zones.
- Have excellent communication skills, project management, leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to work well within diverse teams.
- Ability to pass technical interviews consisting of basic algorithmic programming exercises.
- Must be collaborative and adaptable, with excellent communication skills.
Who we think will be a great fit…
A dedication to learning and a true passion for business are vital. As industries all over the globe continue to restructure and grow, we are hiring professionals who have a global perspective on the future of banking and want to make an impact on the corporate level. We value diversity and so do you. This program is ideal for those who:
- Are ambitious, with relentless drive to succeed in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Are curious about how technology can revolutionize finance and are eager to be at the forefront of this transformation.
- Want to grow into a future tech leader, with a passion for both technology and its application in the global financial industry.
We review applications on a rolling basis and therefore encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
About Citi
Citi in Hungary
With a more than 35-year history of presence, ingenuity and leadership in Hungary, today, Citi Hungary operates as a unique global bank providing a wide range of world-class products and services to large local corporations, SMEs, multinational clients, financial institutions and the public sector.