JOB DESCRIPTION

Global Servicing (GS) oversees consumer travel and concierge experiences, all card customer service functions for the company’s global consumer, banking, merchant, and commercial customers, as well as the key enablement functions that power our products and services. GS provides the world’s best customer experience every day by building on Amex’s 175-year legacy of service excellence, leveraging new technologies and capabilities to drive transformation, and bringing a human touch to each customer interaction.

The First Line of Defense Financial Crimes Risk & Controls Center of Excellence provides an enterprise-wide approach to managing financial crime risk within Global Servicing. The team supports the development of strong controls across areas including anti-money laundering, sanctions, payments, and anti-corruption.

Working closely with Technology, Business, Servicing, and Compliance teams, the Financial Crimes Data Analytics Intern will use data to help identify emerging risks, evaluate potential control gaps, and support improvements to financial crime monitoring and reporting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The 1LOD Financial Crimes Risk & Controls Team is seeking a Financial Crimes Data Analytics and Reporting Intern. This role is designed for a bachelor’s degree graduate with strong analytical and technical skills who is interested in applying data analytics to financial crime risk management. Responsibilities include:

• Analyze financial crime data to identify trends, anomalies, emerging risks, and potential control gaps.
• Use SQL, Python, and data analysis tools to work with large and complex datasets.
• Translate analytical findings into clear, practical recommendations.
• Suggest potential controls and process improvements to help reduce financial crime risk.
• Assist with evaluating the effectiveness of existing financial crime controls.
• Prepare presentations and summaries for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in data science, analytics, computer science, statistics, economics, finance, mathematics, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree candidates with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of SQL, Python, and data analysis or visualization tools.
• Ability to analyze data, identify meaningful insights, and develop data-driven recommendations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Interest in financial services, financial crime risk management, and control development.

Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

ABOUT US

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.

ABOUT THE TEAM

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

For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit out Colleague Benefits Site .

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. American Express will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For positions covered by federal and/or state banking regulations, American Express will comply with such regulations as it relates to the consideration of applicants with criminal convictions.

We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.

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The below represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

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