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I work at a bank vs I work in a bank

Both 'I work at a bank' and 'I work in a bank' are correct and commonly used phrases in English. The choice between 'at' and 'in' depends on the context and personal preference.

Last updated: March 21, 2024 • 4492 views

I work at a bank

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate the place of work. 'At' is used to specify the location of the workplace.

Examples:

  • I work at a bank in the city center.
  • She works at a bank as a teller.
  • Aug 14, 2013 ... I work at a bank. Obviously, security is important here. Me: Hello, you're speaking to -. Client: (drunk and angry) F*** off and listen, my card isn't ...
  • May 21, 2008 ... Can I say "I work at a school/ I work at a bank" and "I work for a school/I work for a bank"? The first sounds good to me whereas the second one ...
  • Oct 9, 2014 ... I work at a bank. I do not take people's rare money without telling them. And then I sit there thinking "Daaaaaamnit that dime was so coooooool ...
  • Aug 29, 2015 ... I work at a bank and I want to upload a bulk list of ATM's to Google Maps. How can I do that? I have the Lat & Log. UpdateCancel ...

Alternatives:

  • I am employed at a bank.
  • I have a job at a bank.

I work in a bank

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is also used to indicate the place of work. 'In' is used to describe being inside the physical location of the workplace.

Examples:

  • He works in a bank on Wall Street.
  • They work in a bank branch in the suburbs.
  • I work in a bank, giving mortgage advice.
  • I work in a bank - in the loan department.
  • No! No, no, I work in a bank.
  • A colleague had been promoted before him, and he protested and then gave up his job, saying "why should I work in a bank, when I can earn a year's money in one single night at the tables?"
  • I work in a bank.
  • I work in a bank.

Alternatives:

  • I am employed in a bank.
  • I have a job in a bank.

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