2027 BNY Summer Internship Program - People, Engagement, and Impact (New York, NY)

BNY Mellon•New York, NY

23h•Onsite

About The Position

People Practice powers business growth by creating an environment that inspires individuals to join the company, empowers them to develop, and motivates them to stay. We drive commercial results through integrated talent, leadership, and employee-experience solutions. By partnering with the business to attract, develop, and retain top talent, we foster a culture where people and performance thrive together. The BNY Summer Internship Program offers high-potential students a dynamic 10-week experience designed to accelerate development, build professional networks, and provide meaningful exposure to one of the world's leading financial services institutions. Through a skills-driven talent model, interns gain insight into the capabilities, platforms, and functions that power BNY's global franchise while contributing to impactful business initiatives. At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide. Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

Requirements

Enrollment in a 4-year undergraduate degree program with a strong focus on business-related and/or technology-related majors preferred
Graduating in Dec 2027 or May 2028 (U.S.)
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better
Does not require sponsorship for employment visa status (now or in the future) in the country where applying.

Nice To Haves

People Analytics & Data Storytelling — using dashboards, surveys, and workforce data to identify trends and turn insights into action across employee experience and Corporate Affairs priorities
Employee Experience & Talent Strategy — improving onboarding, mobility, learning, and employee journeys while supporting business needs and people governance objectives
Digital Innovation & AI Enablement — applying digital tools and generative AI to enhance People and Corporate Affairs processes, communications, and stakeholder experiences
Communication, Change & Collaboration — creating clear materials, supporting change initiatives, and partnering across teams in a global environment
Corporate Affairs Acumen — building exposure to people governance, employee relations, public policy, government affairs, regulatory relations, philanthropy, and community impact

Responsibilities

Support People, Engagement, and Impact priorities by contributing to initiatives across people governance, employee relations, public policy, government affairs, regulatory relations, philanthropy, and community impact.
Analyze and improve onboarding, internal mobility, and broader employee experiences using employee feedback, digital tools, and people insights.
Support pilots of generative AI tools that enhance People and Corporate Affairs operations, such as drafting knowledge articles, streamlining communications, or powering internal help bots.
Build or refine dashboards that track key people and Corporate Affairs metrics—such as engagement trends, exit patterns, learning participation, employee relations themes, or community impact measures.
Contribute to initiatives that match employees to open roles or projects based on skills, interests, and business needs, helping strengthen workforce agility and career growth.
Help run pulse surveys, focus groups, or feedback exercises and synthesize insights to inform people strategies, governance decisions, and employee-related priorities.
Create toolkits, communications, and digital materials that help employees navigate change confidently and support broader Corporate Affairs messaging and engagement.
Conduct competitor and market research to inform evolving skills frameworks, workforce strategy, and broader Corporate Affairs priorities, including policy and regulatory developments.