Campus - Internship Programme - Undergraduate - GMNS Business Development - 2027 (UK - London)

Business Development Internship - Global Merchant Services (GMS)

The Business Development team within Global Merchant Services (GMS) is responsible for driving the growth of American Express acceptance by acquiring new merchants, expanding existing business relationships, and developing strategic partnerships. This team combines relationship management, commercial strategy, analytics, and project management to identify growth opportunities, improve the customer experience, and support American Express's long-term business objectives.

This internship offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience within the Business Development team at American Express. The intern will support projects aligned to strategic, operational, and financial goals, while developing an understanding of merchant acquisition, partnership management, market strategy, and business analytics. The role provides exposure to cross-functional collaboration and the opportunity to work on meaningful initiatives that contribute to business growth and customer value.

Culture at American Express

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values, and Leadership Behaviors, alongside an unwavering commitment to supporting our customers, communities, and colleagues. We operate with a strong risk mindset, from delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, ensuring we uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.

As part of Team Amex, you will 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.

Benefits

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This includes 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 (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

Note: Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.