Seize the Chance: HSBC's Green Finance Challenge 2025 Awaits Talented Students!
An exciting opportunity for PSIA and EAP students to work with HSBC on impactful green finance projects and broaden professional horizons.
Are you a Paris School of International Affairs (PSIA) or École d’Affaires Publiques (EAP) student passionate about sustainable finance? The third annual Green Finance Challenge offers a unique chance to partner with HSBC Continental Europe and dive into meaningful financial projects that reshape our approach to sustainability. According to Sciences Po, this event is a cornerstone for budding strategists and environmentally conscious financial minds.
Unveiling the Green Finance Challenge
The Green Finance Challenge provides an unparalleled platform where you, as part of a team, will tackle real-world problems with the expertise of HSBC mentors. The mentorship will guide your collective creativity towards drafting a comprehensive report on one of several impactful themes.
Dive into Thought-Provoking Themes
This year, step into exploring diversified investment portfolios with ESG commitments, scrutinize the competitive landscape of Climate Tech under various frameworks, or dissect the ecosystem of clean Energy & Transportation in regards to innovative ESG advisory solutions. Alternatively, help HSBC track its own ESG endeavors with newly developed KPIs.
Why This Challenge is Your Gateway to Growth
Participating will grant you invaluable opportunities:
- Work with International Leaders: Collaborate with a major bank specialized in solving green dilemmas.
- Gain Expert Insights: Learn directly from HSBC’s top-tier professionals who offer mentorship and advice.
- Network Building: Access events designed to expand your contact list and meet experts in sustainable finance.
- Skill Development: Bridging academic prowess with practical problem-solving in the green finance realm.
- Enhance Your Portfolio: Highlighting this experience on your CV could be pivotal in your career trajectory.
Join Exclusive Networking Events
As a participant, you will attend significant events at HSBC’s Continental Europe office:
- Kickoff Event: Mark your calendars for November 4th, from 6:00–7:30 pm, to personally connect with teammates, mentors, and key industry players.
- Celebration Closing Event: On February 19th, from 2:00-6:00 pm, showcase your achievements followed by a reception for deeper networking.
How to Secure Your Place
Ready to embark on this journey? Submit your application and CV by Thursday, October 16, 2025. Selection notifications will follow before the end of October.
For queries, reach out at [email protected].
