KICKSTART YOUR CAREER WITH TEAM AMEX
With meaningful mentorship, real responsibilities and hands on learning experiences, joining Team Amex gives you a global network of opportunities that will shape your career journey for years to come. We offer a range of internship programs as well as full-time opportunities for recent graduates that are designed to provide you with a rewarding and unique experience. As a Team Amex intern, you are encouraged to roll up your sleeves and contribute your point of view to help impact and shape a global iconic brand.
GLOBAL PROGRAMS
As one of the world's most global companies, we have internships and full-time graduate opportunities in 13 locations focused on different career areas so that you can build a career that is unique to you. The internships also bring you one step closer to landing full-time roles with Team Amex upon graduation. Ready to join us? Take a look at our programs below.
Internship Program
Our 16-week internship gives you the chance to leverage your education to work on meaningful projects that positively impact our teams' success. You can look forward to a mix of on-the-job experience, training, networking and mentoring – everything you’ll need to develop both personally and professionally. This is a unique opportunity to join one of our many dynamic marketing functions including, but not limited to technical and traditional marketing roles within Lending, Acquisition, Member Engagement, Merchant Marketing, Insurance, New Product Development, Project Management and Product Marketing.
Programs Offered: Winter: January - April, Summer: May - August, Fall: September - December
When to apply:
Winter: September
Summer: January
Fall: May
Who is eligible: Current undergraduate & college students with a demonstrated interest in marketing and/or general management.
Selection Process:
Round 1: Virtual interview with hiring leader to assess the candidate’s leadership attributes and soft skills.
Round 2: Virtual interview with a hiring leader (different leader than the first round) to learn about the candidate’s professional background and determine role fit.
Round 3: Final phone screen with a recruiter.
Our internships are currently offered as hybrid working arrangements in Toronto.
Early Student Program (ESP)
During our 4-month Early Student Program (ESP), you will have the opportunity to learn more about our business while leveraging your academic studies. By working on real business challenges and networking across the enterprise, you will get a feel for our unique, global culture.
The program is for students who are currently enrolled in Instituto Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM) and performance in the program will be used towards the student's university credits. The recruitment and application process is managed by the ITESM University.
Programs offered: Wave 1: February - June, Wave 2: August - December
When to apply: Wave 1: January, Wave 2: June - July
Who is eligible: Bachelors students from Instituto Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM) in their penultimate year of study
Selection Process:
Round 1: In-person interview with the University Director.
Round 2: In-person interview with an Amex recruiter to evaluate student´s career interests, leadership skills and professional experience to assess role/project fit.
Round 3: In-person interview with the Amex hiring leader to evaluate if the specific business project would be a good fit for the student.
Round 4: Final interview (virtual or in-person) with business Director or VP Sponsor.
Our student opportunities are currently offered as hybrid working arrangements in Mexico City.
Undergraduate Internship
During your 10-week internship, you will have the chance to work on meaningful projects that positively impact our teams' success. This program is designed for students entering their final year of college.
Program offered: June - August
When to apply: August - September
Who is eligible: Juniors in their Fall semester of undergraduate study
MBA Internship
During your 10-week internship, you will gain real-life experience that brings you closer to your dream job. You'll have the chance to work on projects that significantly impact the business while exploring your interests and enhancing your strengths. It's also a great opportunity to engage and build relationships with colleagues, leaders, and industry professionals.
Program offered: June - August
When to apply: September - November
Who is eligible: First year MBA or advanced degree students
Sophomore Finance Internship
During your 9-week internship, you will gain hands-on training on core analytical tools and be provided with a mentor for support.
Program offered: June - August
When to apply: August - September
Who is eligible: Sophomores in their Fall semester of undergraduate study
Selection Process:
Round 1: Submit a video recording answering behavioral questions for the role you applied for. For Technology roles, you will also have a technical interview where you must solve a problem using code you are proficient in.
Round 2: Selected candidates will take part in two 30 minute interviews through the Hirevue platform.
Our internship opportunities are currently offered as hybrid working arrangements in New York, Phoenix, Florida, Salt Lake City, Atlanta, Palo Alto, CA and Washington, DC.
Working Student Programme
During your 6-18 month working student programme, you will gain real-life experience that complements your studies. You'll have the chance to work on projects that significantly impact the business while exploring your interests and enhancing your strengths. You will also have the opportunity to engage and build relationships with colleagues and leaders.
Programme offered: January - December
When to apply: January - December
Who is eligible: Students must be enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters degree
Selection Process:
Round 1: Selected Candidates who meet eligibility criteria will be invited for a first-round interview with our recruitment team to assess motivation and key skills related to the role.
Round 2: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the hiring leader to assess motivation and competencies needed for the role including communication, analytical, and collaboration skills. (If applicable)
Round 3: Final round interview with the broader Hiring team
Our internship opportunities are currently offered as hybrid working arrangements in Frankfurt and Wien.
Apprenticeship Programme
During your 1, 2 or 3-year apprenticeship program, you will gain real-life experience that complements your studies. You'll have the chance to work on projects that significantly impact the business while exploring your interests and enhancing your strengths. You will also have the opportunity to engage and build relationships with colleagues, leaders, and industry professionals.
Programme offered: September
When to apply: March - April
Who is eligible: Students enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters degree
Selection Process:
Round 1: Selected Candidates who meet eligibility criteria will be invited for a first-round interview with our recruitment team to assess motivation and key skills related to the role.
Round 2: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the hiring leader to assess motivation and competencies needed for the role including communication, analytical, and collaboration skills. (If applicable)
Round 3: Final round interview with the broader Hiring team
Our internship opportunities are currently offered as hybrid working arrangements in Paris.
Internship Programme
During your 10-week internship, you will have the chance to work on meaningful projects that positively impact our teams' success.
Programs Offered: June & July
When to apply: January - March
Who is eligible: Masters students in their first year of study in a two-year course
Working Student Programme
During your 6-18 month working student programme, you will gain real-life experience that complements your studies. You’ll have the chance to work on projects that significantly impact the business while exploring your interests and enhancing your strengths. You will also have the opportunity to engage and build relationships with colleagues and leaders.
Programs Offered: January - December
When to apply: January - December
Who is eligible: Students must be enrolled in Bachelors or Masters degree
Selection Process:
Internship Programme:
Round 1: Selected candidates will be invited to a screening to assess educational background and role fit.
Round 2: Candidates who pass the screening call will be invited to an interview with the business.
Round 3: Selected candidates will be invited to a final round interview or assessment centre that includes competency-based interviews, case studies, and group discussions to showcase your communication, analytical and collaboration skills.
Working Student Programme:
Round 1: Selected Candidates who meet eligibility criteria will be invited for a first-round interview with our recruitment team to assess motivation and key skills related to the role.
Round 2: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the hiring leader to assess motivation and competencies needed for the role including communication, analytical, and collaboration skills.
(If applicable)
Round 3: Final round interview with the broader Hiring team
Our internships are currently offered as hybrid working arrangements in Frankfurt.
Internship Programme
Our 6-12 months internships provide high-performing individuals with exciting projects aligned to the company's strategic, operational, or financial goals. Undergraduates and recent graduates will work on challenging projects and learn about our culture while networking across our diverse business units and regions.
Programme Offered: March, June, October
When to apply:
March Programme: January - March
June Programme: April - June
October Programme: August - October
Who is eligible: Undergraduates and graduates
Selection Process:
Round 1: Selected candidates will be invited to a screening call or pre-recorded video interview to assess educational background and role fit.
Round 2: Candidates who pass the first round will be invited to an interview with the business or an assessment centre that includes competency-based interviews, case studies and group discussions to showcase your communication, analytical, and collaboration skills.
Our internships are currently offered as hybrid working arrangements in Rome and Milan.
Internship Programme
Our 6-12 months internships provide high-performing individuals with exciting projects aligned to the company's strategic, operational, or financial goals. Undergraduates/Masters students and recent graduates will work on challenging projects and learn about our culture while networking across our diverse business units and regions.
Program Offered: April, July, November
When to apply:
April Programme: February - March
October Programme: August - October
Who is eligible: Recent graduates or students in their last semester of study
Selection Process:
Round 1: Selected candidates will be invited to a screening call or pre-recorded video interview to assess educational background and role fit.
Round 2: Candidates who pass the first round will be invited to an interview with the business or an assessment centre that includes competency-based interviews, case studies and group discussions to showcase your communication, analytical, and collaboration skills.
Our internships are currently offered as hybrid arrangements in Madrid.
Undergraduate Internship
During your 10-week internship, you will have the chance to work on meaningful projects that positively impact our teams' success.
Program offered: Summer
When to apply: September - November
Who is eligible: Students in their penultimate year of study.
MBA Internship
During your 10-week internship, you will gain real-life experience that complements your studies and brings you closer to your dream job. You’ll have the chance to work on projects that significantly impact the business while exploring your interests and enhancing your strengths. It's also a great opportunity to engage and build relationships with colleagues, leaders, and industry professionals.
Program offered: Summer
When to apply: November - January
Who is eligible: Students must be enrolled in in an MBA Program or have recently graduated.
Technology Apprentice Program
During your 18-month Software Engineering Apprenticeship, you will gain hands-on coding experience with additional opportunities such as networking with external start-ups, competing in hackathons and supporting local community work. We'll provide each apprentice with continuous training and development, 20% virtual classroom-based training with 80% on-the-job learning.
Program offered: September
When to apply: October - February
Who is eligible: Students should possess GCSE qualifications in Math and English at Grade 5 or above with some prior coding knowledge in at least one programming language. Students should not have studied Java Level 4 or above.
Selection Process:
Undergraduate Summer Internship:
Round 1: Submit a pre-recorded video answering questions specific to the role you have applied for.
Round 2: Selected candidates will participate in an assessment centre that includes competency-based interviews, case studies and group discussions to showcase your communication, analytical, and collaboration skills.
MBA Internship Summer Programme:
Round 1: One or two consecutive interviews to showcase your skillset and highlight your creativity.
Round 2: Selected candidates will be invited for two one-hour long interviews with senior leaders.
Technology Apprenticeship Programme:
Round 1: After submitting your application, you will be sent a link to complete an online coding assessment to be completed within seven days.
Round 2: Upon passing the coding challenge, you’ll be invited to interview at our Virtual Discovery Day where you will have the opportunity to learn more about the American Express culture and engage with various engineering teams within our Technology division. You will then meet with our colleagues for our assessment process, consisting of two consecutive 30-minute interviews.
Our internships are currently offered as hybrid working arrangements in London, Brighton, and Burgess Hill.
Undergraduate Internship Programme
Our 3-month internship provides opportunities for personal and professional growth through projects, on-the-job training, leadership development, and mentorship. Interns will have access to senior leaders, coaching, and networking, fostering long- term success. We have a strong intern network that empowers interns to become brand ambassadors and maintaining alumni connections.
Program offered: June - August
When to apply: March - April
Who is eligible: Students in their penultimate year of study
Selection Process:
Selected candidates who meet eligibility criteria will participate in an assessment centre, which includes group discussions and competency-based questions to showcase their communication, analytical, and collaboration skills.
Our internship opportunities are currently offered as hybrid working arrangements in Hong Kong.
Internship/Apprenticeship Programmes
During the Amex Campus Internship/Apprenticeship Programmes, you will work on real business projects to enable our customers around the globe to achieve their goals. The Internship/apprenticeship will be part of students' course curriculum and industry relevant credit programmes.
Our Recruitment Process in India is done through universities. During university events throughout the year, we will get to know you and hear why you're passionate about joining Team Amex and help determine what roles you might be a good fit to apply for. Based on the mutual future fit for both Amex and the university students, we will then work with the campus teams from those local universities to communicate application and interview steps with the goal of hiring best-in-class talent across various career areas to join us.
8 Week Summer Programme:
(8 weeks hybrid + 18 weeks remote learning)
Programs Offered: April-June (Based on academic curriculum availability)
Who is eligible: Students in their penultimate year of study
24 Week Summer Programme:
(24 weeks hybrid)
Programs Offered: January - June
Who is eligible: Students in their final year of study
24 Week Winter Programme:
(24 weeks hybrid)
Programs Offered: July - December
Who is eligible: Students in their final year of study
*Students can apply for the Programme in tandem with their academic course curriculum and university policy.
Our internship opportunities are currently offered as hybrid working arrangements in Gurgaon, Bangalore, Chennai depending upon business requirements.
Graduate Full-Time Program
Upon joining Amex as a full-time colleague, you will be enrolled into our 6-month Graduate Full-Time Program. Over the course of the program, you will receive the tools you need to develop your career – from skills training and networking to global learning sessions, including bespoke educational talks from senior leaders across the enterprise.
Programs Offered: September
*Note: Eligible students will join as full-time colleagues before the program starts
When to apply: April – June
Who is eligible: Recent English & Japanese bilingual graduates from undergraduate or graduate programs
Selection Process:
Round 1: Phone interview with a recruiter focused on assessing soft skills needed for the role.
Round 2: On-site interview at the Career Forum with the Business to discuss the candidate's professional experience and assess role fit.
Round 3+: In person interview with the hiring leader at the local Amex office. Depending on the role, there could be up to 2 additional interview rounds.
Our graduate student roles are currtently offered as hybrid working arrangements in Tokyo.
Graduate Full-Time Program roles in Japan are also posted on the Tokyo Career Forum
Internship Program
During your 10-week internship, you will have the opportunity to work on meaningful business projects that positively impact our teams' success. You will have the chance to learn about our unique culture while networking across our diverse business units, present case studies to senior leaders and take part in development activities and social events.
Programs Offered: May – July
When to apply: December – January
Who is eligible: University and undergraduate students
PhD Internship Program (Decision Science Centre of Excellence)
During the PhD Internship Program in the Decision Science Centre of Excellence, you will have the chance to work on real business challenges, network with senior leaders, and participate in professional development activities and social events. The program is available to PhD students pursuing a STEM research related career path and runs between 4-6 months depending on candidate availability and business need.
Programs Offered: May (additional start dates may be available during the year based on curriculum requirements)
When to apply: February – March
Who is eligible: PhD students (preferable in their penultimate year of study who are close to submitting their thesis)
Selection Process:
Undergraduate Internship
Round 1: On-site group interview where the candidate will complete an assessment or presentation task aligned with the role.
Round 2: On-site one-on-one interview with hiring leader to get to know the candidate better and assess role fit.
PhD Internship Program
Round 1-3: Candidates will take part in a single day on-site with several business leaders at an assessment centre consisting of three rounds of interviews that assess candidates’ technical and coding abilities as well as their leadership and behavioral competencies.
Our internship opportunities are currently offered as hybrid working arrangements in Singapore.
HEAR FROM FORMER TEAM AMEX INTERNS
ADDITIONAL STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
American Express actively cultivates an inclusive workforce where every voice is heard, teamwork is rewarded, and different points of view are celebrated. Our internships are designed to offer an experience that’s unique and meaningful for each student – one that uses their talents and strengths to make an impact.
Students with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply for the programs below, which provide the opportunity to learn more about American Express’ culture and business by networking with Amex colleagues prior to interviewing for one of our internships.
Learn more about these programs below.
American Express Discovery Program (ADP) - US
The American Express Discovery Program (ADP) is a four-day program that gives undergraduate students a valuable opportunity to network and learn more about American Express, our business, and culture. Our program provides skill-building experiences and exclusive sessions with senior leaders, offering essential preparation for our Summer Internship Program opportunities.
Program offered: September
When to apply: May - June
American Express Insight Day - UK
A one-day programme for first-year university students (or second-year students on four-year course) from any degree discipline. This programme offers networking opportunities, business exposure through presentations, and skills workshops.
Programme offered: April
When to apply: February
FIND YOUR PLACE ON TEAM AMEX
When you join Team Amex, you become part of a diverse community of over 60,000 colleagues, all with a common goal to deliver an exceptional customer experience every day. Here, you’ll learn and grow as we champion your meaningful career journey with programs, benefits and flexibility to back you personally and professionally.
LOOKING FOR FULL-TIME OPPORTUNITIES?
At American Express, smart minds and next-generation thinking are essential parts of our business. Recent graduates are embraced into a culture of innovation and guided through their journey of self-discovery with meaningful mentorship and learning opportunities along the way.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes, applicants are welcome to apply to more than one internship posting.
Yes, all participants in our internships, apprenticeships, and full-time opportunities are paid except for our Mexico student program which counts towards university credits. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package to campus candidates, dependent on role and level of experience.
We consistently seek candidates with creativity, strategic & analytical thinking, and effective communication skills. This includes individuals who can thrive in a collaborative environment through the ability to build strong networks and exemplify strong leadership behaviors. They must also share our values of trust, security, integrity, quality, good citizenship, respect, and commitment to back our customers and each other.
US: Finance, Marketing, Industrial Engineering, Technology, Product, Analytics, Travel and Lifestyle Services, Colleague Experience (HR), Internal Audit, Credit & Fraud Risk, Communications, Info Security, General Counsel, and Digital Product.
UK: Strategy, Business Development, Credit & Fraud Risk, Finance, Marketing, Technology, Product Development, Customer Service and Business Strategy, and Risk & Governance. Our apprenticeship program focuses on Technology.
India: Customer Service, Technology, Product and Data Science & Strategy from Top-Tier Technology Schools, B-Schools, and Grad Schools.
Italy and Spain: Business Development, Finance, Marketing, Compliance, Operational Excellence, Travel and Lifestyle Services, Sales, Procurement, and Risk.
Germany: Marketing and Business Development.
Japan: Digital Acquisition, Marketing, Governance, Digitization & Capability.
Canada: Marketing and Technology
Singapore: International Card Services, Global Merchant & Network Services, General Counsel’s Organization, Finance, Compliance, Data Science.
Mexico: Business function may vary depending on the project and business need.
We receive a very high volume of applications. While we work hard to process them as quickly as possible, the timing to receive an update will vary depending on when you applied as well as which position and/or program you applied for. We will be in touch with a status update on your application as soon as possible.
Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and UK Student Programs Contact: [email protected]
Canada Student Program Contact: [email protected]
Hong Kong Student Program Contact: [email protected]
India Student Program Contact: [email protected]
Japan Student Program Contact: [email protected]
Mexico Student Program Contact: [email protected]
Singapore Student Program Contact: [email protected]
US Student Program Contact: [email protected]