2027 Pre & Post Trade Finance Operations Summer Intern

Santander•Miami, FL

About The Position

Santander US is seeking an undergraduate intern for its 2027 Summer Internship Program. The Pre & Post Trade Finance Operations team supports the day-to-day management of Letter of Credit transactions and coordinates with Front Office, Operations, clients, and internal partners to support accurate, timely, and compliant processing. The internship is based in Miami and involves working with teams across different geographies. The internship begins in June 2027 and is intended for undergraduate students expecting to graduate in May or June 2028. Through training and hands-on experience, the intern will gain exposure to trade finance products, transaction processing, documentation, operational controls, and client service. The intern will work alongside experienced professionals and have a mentor who provides guidance and helps build a professional network.

Requirements

Be an undergraduate student in a four-year program with an expected graduation date of May or June 2028.
Pursue a degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
Have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above.
Demonstrate leadership through campus involvement, work experience, or extracurricular activities.
Be highly motivated and results-oriented, with a desire to exceed expectations.
Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and courage.
Have strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally, transparently, and effectively with people at all levels.
Have strong analytical and quantitative skills.
Have strong critical-thinking skills and the ability to develop solutions to complex challenges.
Be able to multitask as required.
Be able to work independently on special projects and contribute effectively to a team environment.
Be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring employer sponsorship to commence employment.

Responsibilities

Support Letter of Credit transactions and their coordination across the Front Office, Operations, clients, and internal partners.
Assist with portfolio monitoring and operational reporting.
Review transaction documentation.
Perform data validation.
Support process improvement initiatives.
Contribute to accurate, timely, and compliant transaction processing.
Work independently on special projects and contribute effectively in a team environment.