EY is hiring for its Financial Services Audit Graduate Programme 2027 in Zurich. It is a 24-month full-time programme with rotations across audit teams, client secondments, and international exchange opportunities.
You need a Bachelor’s or Master’s in business, economics, or finance — and very good German and English. The programme starts in autumn 2027. One honest note: the posting asks for strong German, so it suits German-speaking graduates most.
The key details at a glance
| Detail | What the posting says |
| Organisation | EY (Ernst & Young) |
| Programme | Financial Services Audit Graduate Programme 2027 |
| Location | Zurich, Switzerland |
| Duration | 24 months, full-time |
| Start | Autumn 2027 |
| Requirements | Bachelor’s/Master’s in business, economics or finance; very good German + English |
| Deadline | No explicit deadline stated |
What the programme offers
Two years of rotations across financial services audit teams, client secondments, and international exchange opportunities. You also get flexible working, coaching and mentoring, and access to the EY Tech MBA — a real qualification on top of Big Four experience.
The salary is described as competitive. For graduates targeting finance careers in Switzerland, a Big Four audit foundation with an international exchange is a strong launchpad.
Who should apply — and who should not
This is for recent graduates in business, economics, or finance who want an audit career in financial services. If you speak very good German and English and want to build your career in Zurich, you are the target candidate.
You should probably not apply if:
- You do not have a degree in business, economics, finance, or a closely related field.
- Your German is not at a strong professional level — the posting is explicit about this.
- You cannot start in autumn 2027 or commit to 24 months full-time.
How to apply
Applications go through EY’s official careers portal (Requisition ID 1745762). Prepare a CV that highlights your degree, any internships, and your language levels honestly — German will be tested. Apply early; graduate programme places fill as strong candidates come in.
More graduate programmes: TotalEnergies Graduate Programs and the Siemens Graduate Program in Spain.
Questions applicants ask
Where is the programme based?
Zurich, Switzerland.
How long is the programme?
24 months, full-time, starting autumn 2027.
What qualifications are needed?
A Bachelor’s or Master’s in business, economics, finance or a related field, with very good German and English.
Is there a deadline?
No explicit deadline is stated — but graduate programme places fill as applications come in, so early application is advised.
Does it include international experience?
Yes — the programme includes client secondments and international exchange opportunities.
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