Corporate Functions Intern, Summer 2027 - United States

Mastercard • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Mastercard's internship program offers more than hands-on work. It provides an opportunity to build skills, expand your network, and make a meaningful impact while working on projects that support business priorities. Mastercard’s Corporate Functions teams play a critical role in enabling business growth by providing the insights, governance, operational rigor, and strategic support that help the organization execute effectively. These teams serve as trusted partners to business leaders, transforming data into actionable insights, driving performance measurement, managing key programs, and ensuring alignment between strategy, operations, and business outcomes. Through analytics, reporting, business planning, and cross-functional coordination, they help leaders make informed decisions and accelerate execution across the enterprise. We are recruiting for roles in the following areas: Analytics & Metrics, Business Enablers, and People and Capabilities.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree with an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with AI-powered tools, digital platforms, and emerging technologies; willingness to leverage new technologies to enhance productivity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data and insights to inform research.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Innovative mindset with intellectual curiosity, and a willingness to challenge the status quo while taking thoughtful risks.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Demonstrates flexibility, adaptability, resilience, and the ability to thrive in dynamic and ambiguous environments.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States, now as well as in the future, without employer sponsorship. Students or recent graduates in the United States on an F1 visa (including those with CPT or OPT authorization) are not eligible for this role.

Responsibilities

• Support business planning, executive reporting, governance, and program management activities by developing presentations, tracking key initiatives, maintaining product roadmaps, and helping leaders monitor progress against strategic goals.
• Analyze business performance, market trends, competitive intelligence, customer insights, and industry research to identify opportunities, support decision-making, and inform product and commercialization strategies.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and presentations that translate data into actionable insights, helping teams measure performance, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), and communicate business results to stakeholders.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives, process improvements, risk management activities, and operational planning efforts that drive business growth and organizational effectiveness.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and business reviews by gathering data, conducting analysis, and preparing materials that support executive decision-making.
• Assist in the execution of commercialization and go-to-market initiatives by tracking milestones, coordinating stakeholder activities, and supporting the successful delivery of key business programs.

Benefits

• Mentorship and coaching from experienced professionals and leaders
• Networking opportunities with fellow interns, employees, and senior leaders
• Professional development experiences focused on career growth and skill-building
• Exposure to innovative technologies and global business challenges
• Volunteer, community engagement, and team-building activities
• 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time
• Jury duty leave
• On-site fitness facilities in some locations

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern