Campus Undergraduate Summer Internship – Corporate Planning & Analysis, Finance

American Express

Finance internship with American Express, focusing on Corporate Planning & Analysis. Engage in data analysis and decision-making support tasks in Phoenix, AZ.

Posted 8/3/2026internshipPhoenix • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $24 - $63 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical acumen and the ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights. Possesses excellent communication skills to effectively articulate key messages and build trust-based relationships within the Finance team and across business partners.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Data AnalysisTrend IdentificationStrategic Thought LeadershipInterpersonal SkillsChange Management

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Hard Skills

Data ManipulationData Insights GenerationProgramming Skills

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsPositive AttitudeSelf-StarterAdaptabilityWork Ethic

Industry Keywords

Finance AnalysisStakeholder EngagementDecision SupportBusiness Needs Understanding

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Providing best-in-class analysis and decision support to the Finance organization
Learning how to articulate decisions clearly and gain buy-in from stakeholders across the business
Gathering and analyzing information from a wide array of sources; identifying trends and articulating how those trends impact our business
Obtaining a comprehensive understanding of the business and its needs
Honing analytical acumen, communication skills, and the ability to tailor complex messages to the appropriate audience

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in a full-time bachelor’s degree program
Students must have a graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028
Ability to analyze and manipulate large amounts of data, spot trends, generate meaningful insights and develop recommendations to drive growth
Strategic thought leadership and creativity in synthesizing data into an easy-to-understand story and articulate key messages across multiple audiences
A strong work-ethic, positive attitude, and highly motivated self-starter with robust interpersonal skills, adapting to change and showcasing the ability to build trust-based relationships within the Finance team and with business partners across locations / geographies
Acting and leading with courage, making decisions quickly, initiating and driving change management processes
Programming skills a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salaries
Flexible work arrangements and schedules with hybrid and virtual options with Amex Flex
Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
Free and confidential counselling support through our Healthy Minds program
Career development and training opportunities