Skills Academy Winternship

Synchrony•Stamford, CT

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

This January, Synchrony will host a Technology Winternship program for currently enrolled Norwalk, Housatonic, and Fairfield Bellarmine Community College students. This is an exciting program that offers students the opportunity to learn about Synchrony, the basics of a career in Technology/Computer Science, and a view of what Synchrony does in the consumer financing marketplace. Through the Winternship, you will get a crash course on insights into a career in technology/computer science through engaging panels and networking events with top leaders at Synchrony, as well as insights into the different roles that exist within the organization. You will also work with your peers to prepare and present case studies to our teams. As a program participant, you will receive: A resume-worthy experience that is transformational for students and provides an introduction to Synchrony and the Technology/Computer Science field. Exposure and access to senior leadership within Synchrony’s technology organization. Winternship is a paid, three-week mini-internship experience during the January academic recess, geared towards first- and second-year students and meant to serve as a student’s “first foot in the door.” The core components include: A group challenge project and An immersive, cohort-based experience in which students are exposed to multiple aspects of the company outside of their project and team.

Requirements

Must be a currently enrolled Fairfield Bellarmine, Norwalk or Housatonic Community College student as of Fall semester 2026 in any major.
Must be 18 years or older.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
Must be a currently enrolled CTSU Housatonic / Norwalk, or Fairfield Bellarmine student as of Fall semester 2026 in a technology focused curriculum.

Nice To Haves

Currently enrolled at CTSU Housatonic and Norwalk campuses as well as Fairfield Bellarmine.
Ideally, 2nd year with Computer Science focus.
Passion and aptitude for technology.
Inquisitive and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

Prepare and present case studies to Synchrony teams.
Participate in engaging panels and networking events with top leaders at Synchrony.
Work with peers on a group challenge project.
Engage in an immersive, cohort-based experience exposing students to multiple aspects of the company.