Campus - Internship Programme - Finance Intern - 2026 (Rome)

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service. As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact and together, you will help us define the future of American Express. Business Unit Overview: The Finance Business Unit at PAYBACK Italy plays a key role in supporting the financial performance and sustainability of the leading loyalty program in the market. The team works at the intersection of finance, data, and customer-centric business models, focusing on budgeting, forecasting, performance monitoring, and value creation related to loyalty initiatives. By partnering closely with Marketing, Operations, and other business functions, the Finance team ensures effective financial planning, cost control, and data-driven decision-making across loyalty activities, including customer engagement, rewards economics, and program profitability. About Role: Support the Finance team in budgeting and forecasting activities Collaborate with the Controllership team during monthly close activities, supporting financial closing processes and data reconciliation. Assist with monthly reporting, including variance analysis and tracking of key loyalty KPIs Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends related to customer behavior, engagement, and rewards usage Prepare presentations and dashboards for internal stakeholders, supporting data-driven decision-making Collaborate cross-functionally with Accounting, Marketing, and Operations teams Participate in ad-hoc projects aimed at improving financial processes and operational efficiency Suggest improvements in the current processes trough AI usage Key Responsibilities: Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes in a dynamic, loyalty-focused environment Gaining hands-on experience in financial and performance analysis, including loyalty KPIs Developing skills in data analysis, reporting, and dashboarding to support business decisions Understanding the financial mechanics of loyalty programs, such as rewards costs, customer value, and engagement drivers Strengthening collaboration and communication skills by working with cross-functional teams Required Qualifications: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Analytics, Accounting, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a business-oriented mindset Strong interest in loyalty programs, customer engagement dynamics, and value creation models Detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (e.g. macros, pivots, lookups, VBA) Basic knowledge of financial statements and corporate finance concepts Basic knowledge of AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Copilot) Fluent written and verbal communication in English (Level C1 or higher) Preferred Qualifications: Basic knowledge of programming or data languages such as Python or SQL Basic knowledge with data visualization or analysis tools such as Power BI or Airtable More Information: Starting Date: Monday 12 Oct 2026 Duration: 6 months internship + with potential 6 months renewal Hours: 39 hours per week Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations. Employment eligibility to work with American Express Italy is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions. We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones’ physical, financial and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally: Competitive base salaries Flexible work arrangements and schedules with hybrid and virtual options with Amex Flex Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location) Free and confidential counselling support through our Healthy Minds program Career development and training opportunities