BisB grooms youth for finance sector
The interns received tailored training in retail banking, corporate and institutional banking, operations, IT, finance, and com - pli - ance. BisB said t h e programme was designed to provide 'practical knowledge and skills that are critical to success in today's banking sector.'
Talent pipeline support
As Bahrain's Islamic finance sector continues to grow, banks are increasingly looking to cultivate homegrown talent. BisB's internship programme is part of a broader effort to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and workplace readiness.
Acting Chief Human Resources Officer, Hussain Al Hakim, said the programme highlights BisB's commitment to national workforce detvelopment.
'We aim to prepare the next generation of professionals by giving them real-world experience, not just theoretical exposure,' he said. 'We take pride in developing future leaders who understand the values of Islamic banking and the dynamics of the financial sector.'
Beyond the internship
BisB has delivered over 35,000 hours of training through its internal development and internship initiatives, reflecting a longterm strategy to build a resilient and well-equipped workforce.
The bank also encourages participants to explore roles beyond conventional finance, including compliance, technology, and operations. By nurturing student talent early, BisB hopes to contribute to a future-ready financial ecosystem rooted in Sharia-compliant principles and national priorities.
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