Campus - Trainee Programme - Global Merchant & Network Services - Sales - 2026 (Frankfurt)

AMEX; Frankfurt; Hybrid; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading financial services company is offering a full-time Graduate Programme in Frankfurt, designed to develop diverse talent over 24 months. Participants will rotate through different business areas and work on critical projects, gaining practical experience in the payments industry. Candidates should hold a master's degree by 2026 and have strong interpersonal skills, along with excellent communication in both German and English. This role offers hybrid working flexibility and valuable benefits.

Leistungen

Competitive pay

Buddy Program

Networking & Social Events

Senior Leadership Insights

Free Food & Drinks

Flexible working model

Comprehensive medical benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifikationen

• Successfully completed master's degree by 2026.
• Experience in Sales or Business Development.
• Fluent in German and English (C1 level).
• Strong communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Participate in diverse rotations within the company.
• Work on crucial business projects.
• Develop essential business skills.

Kenntnisse

Sales experience

Business development

Marketing

German (C1)

English (C1)

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Presentation skills

Ausbildung

Master's degree in business or similar by 2026

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Work Location Options :

Hybrid

You Lead the Way. Weve Got Your Back.

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this 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.

Find your place on #TeamAmex.

Business Unit / Role Specific Information:

Our full‑time Graduate Programme is a two‑year rotational program designed to attract and develop diverse talent. Each Graduate will spend 8 months across three diverse areas, such as Consumer, Merchant and Commercial business. As an American Express Graduate, you will work with your business unit and leaders to solve some of our most crucial business projects aligned to the company’s strategic, operational and financial goals. Throughout the programme you will develop a variety of essential business skills, whilst also building a deep understanding of the Payments industry on a Global scale.

Feeling the pace of the payment sector, you will have the opportunity to challenge yourself across a variety of areas, deliver value to our business and merchants and learn about our award‑winning culture and network across our diverse business units and regions.

Become part of our collaborative and inclusive workplace as you build on your technical and interpersonal skills, hear from senior leadership through our Global Speaker Series and learn first‑hand how we deliver value to our merchants and customers.

The 24‑month programme will automatically convert in a full‑time position at American Express Germany.

Programme Dates:

Starting Date : Tuesday 01 September 2026.

What skills will you need?

• Successfully completed/ completing a master's degree in 2026 in business or similar
• First work experience in Sales, Business Development and/or Marketing
• Very good written and spoken German and English skills - C1 level
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Interest in improving processes and various problem‑solving approaches
• High level of self‑motivation and the ability to lead and bring others along
• Excellent communication skills and solution‑oriented action
• Analytical skills with an interest in quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Good project management skills and presentation techniques
• Team player with initiative

What do you get in return?

• Competitive pay
• Buddy Program
• Networking & Social Events
• Senior Leadership Insights
• Free Food & Drinks
• Hybrid Working Model incl. Home Office (min. 3 days per week in the office)
• New and modern office incl. Skyline View

Recruitment Process:

Please see below an overview of the interview process and key timelines, should you meet our eligibility criteria:

HireVue, on‑demand video interviews will take place in January and beginning of February 2026

First round interviews will take place between 09 February - 12 February 2026

Assessment Center will take place on 18 February 2026

Final Round Interviews with Vice President will take place on the 25 February 2026

Apply now!

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Our team will review completed applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience while we consider your application.

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

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

Start your career at American Express - we look forward to meeting you!

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
• Bonus incentives
• Support for financial‑well‑being and retirement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
• Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
• Free access to global on‑site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
• Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
• Career development and training opportunities