How to stand out when applying for a banking or finance apprenticeship?

Hi, Work experience in any sort of financial institutions would definitely be very attractive to employers. However, please do not worry if you haven‘t had any direct experience in banking or finance, any customer facing work experience is also valued very highly. In terms of standing out, I always recommend that applicants research the company and it‘s values. Once you have figured out what values are, align yourself and your answers to any interview questions with the values. Also, don‘t be afraid to be yourself and display your individual personality during interviews. You need to make a good and long-lasting impression on the interviewers.