SALARY:

Undergraduate: $62,400/year
Graduate: $ 83,200/year
Before applying, please keep in mind that our internship program does not offer any relocation assistance.
What we offer you
You will be given exposure to the innerworkings of one largest financial institutions in the world. Working with best-in-class teams and contributing to projects that drive innovation across the organization. As part of the internship program, you will participate in structured professional development opportunities, create connections with peers and meet leaders across Santander.
As a Strategy & Corporate Development intern , you will come out of this experience with an understanding of how strategic planning and corporate initiatives drive long-term business growth. You will gain direct knowledge of financial modeling, asset back securities, private debt markets, credit risk analysis, and consumer finance. You’ll learn how to synthesize complex data into insights and support high-impact business decisions.
Responsibilities of the Strategy & Corporate Development internship role may include but are not limited to:
Develop a strong understanding of the company’s products, capabilities, operations and financial performance
Develop and maintain a working knowledge of relevant industry sectors, including specialty finance, banking and insurance including monitoring and analyzing relevant transactions that occur in the marketplace
Research and analyze industries, companies, technology segments, and business models to develop a competitive landscape assessment
Conduct strategic fit and business opportunity analysis to determine profitability in various scenarios
Assist in the development and implementation of company-wide strategic initiatives
Build financial models relating to asset valuation, fixed income portfolio valuation, and regulatory capital and liquidity analysis
Prepare presentations that provide a logically reasoned and data-supported approach for deal counterparties, senior executive teams, and board of directors
Act as a liaison between businesses, other departments, vendors, consultants, and advisors at all levels
Perform competitor benchmarking and assist in preparing detailed reports on peer company performance and strategic direction
Analyze market trends, regulatory changes, or geopolitical factors impacting the bank’s business units
Support due diligence activities for potential partnerships, investments, or acquisition opportunities
What we are looking for
An undergraduate student and/or graduate student with an expected graduation date between either December 2026 or May/June 2027 .
Area of Study: A major in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or Mathematical Economics
Cumulative GPA is 3.5 or above .
Demonstrates intellectual curiosity and courage.
Strong English communication skills both written and spoken required.
Strong logic, reasoning, and math skills
Analytical thinkers with a strong attention to detail.
Organized and able to manage time and multiple tasks efficiently.
Ability to work independently on special projects.
Ability to effectively contribute to a team environment.
Ability to work well with people from many different disciplines with varying degrees of technical experience
Ability to adapt to a dynamic, rapidly changing business and technical environment
Ability to maintain confidentiality
It would be nice to have
Coursework in or exposure to accounting, finance, economics, or business. (Preferred)
Experience in Microsoft Office products. (Preferred)
Familiarity with tools or systems such as Bloomberg, SQL, or Intex. (Preferred)
Risk Statement: We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.
EEO Statement: At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. S antander is an equal opportunity employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Working Conditions: Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required.
Employer Rights: This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason .

WHAT ELSE YOU NEED TO KNOW :

The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt), the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications and location.

EMPLOYER RIGHTS:

This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.

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