2023 Wells Fargo Strategy and Digital Innovation Summer Internship Program - Corporate Strategy
At Wells Fargo, we are looking for talented people who will put our customers at the center of everything we do. We are seeking candidates who embrace diversity, equity and inclusion in a workplace where everyone feels valued and inspired.
Help us build a better Wells Fargo. It all begins with outstanding talent. It all begins with you.
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking talent to join the 2023 Strategy, Digital & Innovation (SDI) Summer Internship Program – Corporate Strategy. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.
Corporate Strategy works across the company’s lines of business and enterprise functions to set a strategic direction for Wells Fargo and set of prioritized initiatives to deliver an integrated regional bank at scale to the individuals, small and medium sized companies, large companies and institutions we serve.
Following the Corporate Strategy internship, successful candidates will have the opportunity to join the team full-time as part of SDI’s Strategy Rotational Program (SRP), where you will have an opportunity to continue learning and building relationships while completing rotations with our strategy teams.
Program Overview:
Over the course of 10 weeks, you can expect the following:
- On-the-job experience: Working independently as well as part of a high-performing team while having an end-to-end ownership of a distinct deliverable that has a direct impact on business and/or enterprise. You will begin to build a robust consulting toolkit including qualitative and quantitative analytical skillset, storytelling, visualization and interpersonal communication skills by actively participating in your team’s day-today activities.
- Professional support: You will be matched with a peer “buddy” who will help you navigate and enjoy our internship as well as answer your day-to-day questions. Additionally, a senior mentor will help you navigate through challenging situations, and give you feedback throughout the course of the summer.
- A speaker series (virtual and/or in-person): Wells Fargo’s top leaders provide insight into how to make the most of your summer experience, share their career paths, tips and advice, while also sharing trends in the financial and functional spaces they serve.
- Organization networking activities: We promote community involvement and networking with other summer interns and full-time analysts. You will have the opportunity to create lasting professional relationships, build your network, and take advantage of a diverse and rapidly growing workforce.
In this role, you will:
Contribute towards defining the overall strategy of Wells Fargo and/or the lines of business and help businesses execute on Wells Fargo’s top strategic priorities. As an intern, you can expect to:
- Develop presentations and other documents for senior management independently and in partnership with team members
- Identify, gather and analyze appropriate data and develop initial insights that inform strategic recommendations
- Build relationships with team members and functional partners while seeking feedback, creating alignment, and proactively addressing risks
Additional responsibilities could include:
- Conduct competitive assessments, customer and industry research, and/or financial analysis as an input to understanding Wells Fargo’s relative market position
- Evaluate strategic options and develop recommendations for lines of business or enterprise-wide projects, in partnership with team members and functional partners
- Develop roadmaps to guide execution/implementation (as appropriate) of strategic priorities
Required Qualifications:
- 6+ months of work experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree candidate with an expected graduation in December 2023 – May/June 2024
- BA/BS degree candidate with major concentration in one of the following fields: Business, Marketing, Finance or other related major
- Proactive, intellectually curious and interested in financial services, strategy and fintech and able to take on a high level of responsibility, initiative, and accountability
- Strategic, “outside the box” thinking and the ability and interest to quickly and effectively ramp up on unfamiliar topic
- Analytical skills and interest in identifying, collecting and strategically analyzing data, helping drive insights and interest in developing strategic recommendations
- Attention to detail and ability to navigate ambiguity
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience using Microsoft Office suite of products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Internship Duration: 10 Weeks (Late May – Early August 2023)
Program Locations: Charlotte, NC or New York, NY
Wells Fargo will only consider candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from Wells Fargo now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States
We Value Diversity
At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.
Candidates applying to job openings posted in US: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.