Intern - Copilot Enablement

Job Summary

The Summer Internship Program at Bread Financial allows college students to develop a variety of skills within different areas of our business. Over the summer, interns will collaborate with several teams and departments, building a firm knowledge of our business and company culture. Participants will also go through a professional curriculum, attend social and philanthropic events, and participate in executive round tables. The program targets rising junior and senior undergraduate students and graduate students.

The Operational Excellence organization delivers to the enterprise by engaging all associates in innovative continuous improvement, including simplification, automation, emerging technologies, new capabilities, improved controls and process redesign. The Operational Excellence Delivery & Execution Team is responsible for driving efficiency, productivity, and unlocking value through the following, Managing the assessment and planning of ideas that require artificial intelligence (AI) and/or automation solutions. Developing and leveraging solutions through generative AI capabilities, automation, and re-engineering. Eliminating unnecessary steps to make our existing processes more efficient. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and innovative environment, contributing to the overall success of our automation solutions and the Operational Excellence organization.

Essential Job Functions

• Gaining an understanding of the associate’s related area of the enterprise and completion of role-specific training provided by their respective team. Participate and demonstrate new knowledge gained through individual coaching and training conversations, while continuing to expand knowledge of the broader organization. - (30%)
• Activity-based Training Development curriculum and Talent Mobility programs to facilitate participant development. - (20%)
• Demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication skills when working with internal and external partners. Present information in a clear, concise, and professional manner utilizing technology and innovation. - (15%)
• Build and maintain effective internal and external business partnerships. Identify, resolve, and escalate concerns as needed. - (15%)
• Learn proper process and procedures relevant to an associate’s respective team. Utilize knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and specific job-related technology. - (10%)
• Actively seek out opportunities to expand knowledge of the broader business. By completing overviews of other teams, project interactions, or other cross functional collaboration, continuously expand knowledge of the organization, offerings, and innovations. - (5%)
• Follow established guidelines for quality and productivity. Act responsibly to minimize risk and ensure compliance. Support internal and external audits. - (5%)

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Entering Junior year of bachelor’s degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous completion of a Bread Financial Summer Internship
• Interest or experience with generative Artificial Intelligence or Microsoft Copilot

Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Time Management
• Professional Etiquette