Intern-Strategy and Business Development

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 Strategy and Business Development position is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in driving a company's growth and long-term success. This role involves assisting with prospecting campaigns and contact strategies, market research, analyzing industry trends, and supporting the development of strategic initiatives that align with the company’s business goals. Participants will have the chance to work closely with cross-functional teams, contributing to the identification of new business opportunities, competitor analysis, and partnership development. By participating in project management tasks, participants will develop a strong foundation in strategic decision-making while honing their skills in communication, sales prospecting for new business, data analysis, and relationship management. This position offers valuable exposure to both the analytical and creative aspects of business development, providing participants with the opportunity to learn how strategic decisions shape the overall direction and growth of the 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 in sales or business development

Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Time Management
• Professional Etiquette

Reports To: Supervisor and above

Direct Reports: 0

Work Environment

• Normal office environment. (Remote or Hybrid), 3 to 4 days per month are required in office if within 60 miles of a Bread Financial location.

Physical and Mental Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily and meet the physical, mental and work environment requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions, absent undue hardship.

• Typing/Writing

Other Duties

This job description is illustrative of the types of duties typically performed by this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of each and every essential function of the job. Because job content may change from time to time, the Company reserves the right to add and/or delete essential functions from this job at any time.