About the role#
As an intern, you will work within teams across American Express to apply your education to real-world business challenges. You will gain hands-on experience, build relationships, and contribute to initiatives that support our customers and advance our strategic priorities. Placements are aligned to business units based on project requirements and your individual strengths.
What you'll do#
Depending on your assigned team, you may focus on project management, product management, or marketing initiatives.
- Contribute to project proposals, identify next steps, and communicate with stakeholders to gain alignment.
- Conduct data analysis, reporting, and research to support regulatory and governance initiatives.
- Track requirements, deliverables, and compliance activities.
- Support the growth and management of product portfolios to strengthen performance and business health.
- Analyze business performance, customer insights, and market trends to inform product strategy.
- Assist in the development and management of marketing campaigns across multiple channels.
- Research market trends, customer behavior, and the competitive landscape to support marketing decisions.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program, with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2029.
- Studies in Business, Marketing, or related fields.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to analyze and interpret data.
- Adaptability to learn new platforms and systems.
- Strong work ethic, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
- Excellent follow-up and communication skills.
- Experience with project management and the ability to prioritize tasks.
- A desire to own projects from conception through implementation and evaluation.
- Ability to challenge the status quo and improve existing processes.
- Comfort building relationships and working across various levels of an organization.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: Hybrid and remote options available.
- Employment status: Full time, paid internship.
- Note: Candidates must have existing eligibility to work in Canada, as visa sponsorship is not available for these positions.
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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