About the role#
This internship program is within the Global Merchant & Network Services division at American Express. You will work on digital products and applications that support the millions of merchants who accept our cards. You will join a team focused on driving innovation and revenue growth while delivering value to our customers.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to the product vision, strategy, and value proposition.
- Conduct market and user research to identify trends and evaluate the competitive landscape.
- Develop business cases that outline the strategic and quantitative impact of products or services.
- Collect and synthesize product data to drive actionable insights.
- Partner with Delivery and Technology teams to groom, prioritize, and execute on the product backlog in an agile environment.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a full-time bachelor’s degree program in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, Marketing, or Economics.
- Expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
- Strong interest in the payments industry, digital products, and product management.
- Experience in the payments industry is a plus.
- Experience with SQL or Hive is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Note: Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.
About American Express
American Express is a globally integrated payments company that provides products, insights, and experiences to customers and businesses. Founded in 1850, the firm maintains its headquarters in New York. It employs over 99,000 people and operates as a public company. Its core operations include network services, merchant services, corporate cards, and business travel.
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