Associate Analyst, Business Administration, 2026 Launch Program - New York City, NY

Mastercard • New York, NY

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About The Position

Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. Title and Summary Associate Analyst, Business Administration, 2026 Launch Program - New York City, NY We believe that opportunity is for all of us. This is Mastercard Launch. Who is Mastercard? Mastercard is a technology company in the global payments business. We connect consumers, financial institutions, merchants, governments and businesses worldwide and enable them to use secure and convenient electronic forms of payment. Mastercard is a driving force at the heart of commerce, enabling global transactions and bringing insight into the payments process to make commerce faster, more secure, and more valuable to everyone involved. As a critical link among financial institutions and millions of businesses, cardholders and merchants worldwide, Mastercard provides services in more than 210 countries and territories. You find more information on www.mastercardworldwide.com. Mastercard Launch There are some skills you can teach. And some you can inspire. Mastercard Launch gives recent graduates both—immersing emerging talent in an 18-month journey where they will challenge the status quo, engage in meaningful and practical sessions, drive Decency and Belonging, our mission to be a Force for Good and be the ultimate catalyst for personal and professional growth. The Launch program is for change makers, those who dare to be greater and who wish to make a real impact on the world. We invite you to bring your passion, share your talent and make the most of this truly Priceless experience. What it is A permanent opportunity but dedicated to an 18-month program that educates, inspires personal growth, and builds professional confidence to create a Priceless career with Mastercard. Launch will include development opportunities such as: Professional skills learning; Networking and career conversations. Make an impact as an Associate Analyst, Business Administration: The Corporate Solutions Commercialization function transforms insights into action. Our team brings together competitive benchmarking, business intelligence, market trend analysis, experience research, and client/journey insights to shape stronger product strategies and Go‑to‑Market (GTM) plans. We identify emerging opportunities, diagnose performance challenges, develop actionable insights, and activate targeted execution strategies that strengthen our competitive position and accelerate growth across the commercialization lifecycle. We are seeking a highly motivated new graduate to join our Insights & Execution team. This role will help build and scale market intelligence for Corporate Solutions, support the growth of B2B Payments through actionable strategies and GTM engagements, and enable meaningful conversations with prospects and clients through data-driven insights. The ideal candidate is curious, analytical, collaborative, and eager to learn in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or accelerated graduate program graduating Spring 2026
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, PPT)
• Innovative thinking and thoughtful risk taking
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to build clear presentations and narratives
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor trends in payments, fintech, B2B commerce, and the broader macroeconomic environment.
• Support the development and execution of strategic growth plans in priority markets.
• Build strong relationships with key internal partners to identify emerging business challenges and opportunities.
• Help maintain internal tools, documentation, and processes that support team efficiency.
• Support research and data analysis efforts by gathering insights, conducting analytical reviews, developing PowerPoint presentations, and presenting findings to the leadership team.

Benefits

• Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more.
• Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees