CAMPUS - INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME - FCS BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT INTERN – (MADRID)

At American Express, we know that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways.
Whether we're supporting our customers' financial confidence to move are constantly redefining what's possible — and we're proud to back each other every step of the way.
American Express is one of the world's leading payment companies and provides customers with access to products, insights and experiences that enrich lives and build businesses.
Our "Closed-loop" network includes card-issuing, merchant-acquiring and card network businesses.
Around the world we provide financial products and services to a broad range of customers, including consumers and businesses of all sizes.
Founded in and headquartered in New York, American Express has a heritage built on service and sustained by innovation.
When you join #TeamAmex, you become part of a diverse global community of over colleagues.
Your contributions to supporting, promoting, and enhancing our brand will have a significant impact on how we continue to back our customers, communities and colleagues now and into the future.
You'll have the opportunity to develop a range of skills and networks, collaborate on challenging projects that deliver value to our business and customers, learn about our award-winning culture and network across our diverse business units and regions.
You'll become part of a collaborative and inclusive workplace as you build on your technical and interpersonal skills, hear from senior leadership through our Global Speaker Series, be responsible for your own live project, and learn first-hand how we deliver for our customers.
Key project .
Business Planning, Analysis, & Sales - Foreign Currency Solutions The ideal candidate will join the Foreign Currency Solutions Team.
We oversee and provide USD and Euro payment solutions to corporate clients worldwide.
The project will focus on restructuring the current reporting structure, improving sales pipeline management, and becoming a subject matter expert in business planning for our unit.
The intern will gain experience in the following areas.
Knowledge of a leading department with Global scope.
Sales, Account Management, Finance, Coding Competences in reporting and data analysis, ability to interact with different stakeholders, data presentation, ability to navigate in a dynamic environment, and get experience as Business Developer Desirable Skill & experiences Currently pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Computer Science, or a related field.
Basic knowledge of finance and accounting principles.
Interest in learning about sales processes and strategies.
Basic coding skills (e.
., Python, SQL) and a willingness to learn more.
Familiarity with time series analysis and understanding of seasonality.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to understand and analyze macroeconomic trends.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
High Proficiency in English.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Key Responsibilities.
1.
Sales Learning and Support.
• Shadow account managers to understand the sales process.
• Assist in lead generation and follow-up activities.
• Help prepare sales presentations and proposals.
• Participate in sales meetings and client interactions.
2.
Monthly Business Unit Reviews.
• Prepare and present business unit reviews.
• Analyze financial performance and provide insights on variances.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather and verify data.
3.
Macro Trends Analysis.
• Monitor and analyze macroeconomic trends that could impact client spending.
• Research industry trends and market conditions.
• Prepare reports on potential impacts and opportunities for the business.
4.
Time Series Analysis.
• Perform time series analysis to identify trends, patterns, and seasonality.
• Use statistical methods to forecast future performance.
• Present findings and recommendations to the finance and sales teams.
5.
Finance and Accounting Support.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Conduct financial analysis and research.
• Support the finance team with budgeting and forecasting.
• Help with accounts payable and receivable tasks.
6.
Coding and Data Analysis.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of financial models using coding skills (e.
., Python, SQL).
• Support data analysis and visualization tasks.
• Help automate routine finance and sales processes.
7.
Administrative Tasks.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of finance and accounting principles.
• Interest in learning about sales processes and strategies.
• Basic coding skills (e.
., Python, SQL) and a willingness to learn more.
• Familiarity with time series analysis and understanding of seasonality.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand and analyze macroeconomic trends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
More information.
Type of internship.
Hybrid Starting date.
15th July Location.
Madrid Duration.
6 months (+ potential to extend for an additional 6 months) We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being.
That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life.
Benefits include.
Competitive base salaries Bonus incentives Support for financial-well-being and retirement Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location) Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location) Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location) Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program Career development and training opportunitiesOffer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.