Opportunity can come in the form of a contest, an interview, an idea that attracts attention, or a courageous decision. While studying through a scholarship, taking part in a programme or launching your own project are all exciting, they can lead to doubt and require effort and perseverance. Having the right support on that journey can make a huge difference.
At Santander we’re committed to helping people, students and entrepreneurs prosper. That’s why we’re working to support talented people by opening doors to scholarships and programmes and backing projects that seek to help them grow and transform their lives. Check out below a series of point-of-view videos where several voices answer the same question — short, honest stories about the opportunity they seized, how it came about, and how the support they received helped them take the next step.
Santander W50
Santander W50 is part of our commitment to developing women’s leadership and a high performance and inclusive culture. For the women who have taken part, it's more than just a programme. It’s a transformative experience that boosts self-awareness, strengthens leadership, and opens the door to a global network of women who are shaping the future of business. In these videos, programme participants talk about the impact of Santander W50 on their private and professional lives.
Santander X Circular Economy
Santander X Circular Economy supports our commitment to innovation and sustainable solutions. Santander X Global Challenge | Circular Economy Revolution brought together over 500 startups and scaleups from 11 countries to uncover projects that can turn waste into opportunity and accelerate the transition to a “reduce, reuse, recycle” model. Below we introduce you to the challenge winners and find out what encouraged them to take part and start a business.
Santander Summer Programme
The Santander Summer Programme reaffirms our commitment to attract and develop the most talented people. This experience enables interns to learn on the job, bolster key skills, and contribute to live projects in the bank’s strategic areas. In these videos, programme participants talk about the beginning of their journey with the Group.
Santander scholarship programmes
Santander scholarship programmes are part of our commitment to education, employability and talent development. Through these initiatives, we drive real learning and growth opportunities and help participants acquire key skills and prepare for the challenges of working life. Below we introduce you to some of the participants.
