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About Business Unit: 
The Acquisition Capabilities Team sits within the broader Card Acquisition organization and is responsible for enabling and optimizing American Express’ digital card acquisition strategies. 

The team manages and enhances digital card acquisition platforms, including a Business Intelligence platform that supports the organization by ensuring data quality, robust data controls, and secure information flows across teams. Working closely with Marketing, Technology, Analytics, and external partners, the team plays a critical role in driving sustainable growth through data-driven and innovative digital solutions.  
 
Key activities will include: 

Support the execution of tests on system changes and new releases related to the Digital Banking Acquisition channel. Working with Technology teams to verify that new releases and platform updates work as expected before they go live. 

Perform data analysis activities using Excel, including data extraction, validation and simple reporting. 

Support the day-to-day management of the Acquisition Business Intelligence platform used by multiple teams across the organization. Helping with data quality checks and basic controls to ensure data is accurate, complete and reliable. 

Prepare and update PowerPoint presentations to support governance activities, channel processes and operating documentation.  

 

The intern will: 

Gain hands-on experience in Business Intelligence platforms and data governance processes within a global financial services company 

Develop practical skills in data analysis using Excel, working with real acquisition and platform data 

Be exposed to testing activities and release processes, supporting system changes for the Digital Banking Acquisition channel 

Build a strong understanding of how digital acquisition channels are managed and governed 

Contribute to structured and meaningful projects in a high-growth, international and collaborative environment 
 

Desirable Qualifications/Skills & Experience/Language Requirements: 

Current undergraduate or graduate student 

Degree (or ongoing studies) in Economics, Engineering, Statistics, Data-related fields 

Good knowledge of Excel (basic data analysis, formulas, pivot tables; ability to work with structured data) 

Good knowledge of PowerPoint, with the ability to prepare clear and well-structured presentations 

Good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks 

Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment 

Fluent English, both written and spoken 

 

More Information: 

Location: Milan 

Starting Date: Monday 16 March 2026 

Duration: 6 months internship + with potential 6 months renewal 

Hours: 35 hours per week  

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

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 opportunities

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.