Santander is looking for a Payments Technology Intern to gain an understanding of how payment systems are integrated, documented, and maintained within a large financial institution, contributing to projects that drive innovation across the organization.
Requirements
- Coursework or exposure to APIs, databases, cloud computing, or software integration. (Preferred)
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). (Preferred)
- Experience with programming languages such as C++, Python, Java, or JavaScript. (Preferred)
Responsibilities
- Assisting in the integration of software solutions into the payments technology ecosystem.
- Supporting the creation and maintenance of technical documentation for system architecture, workflows, and integration processes.
- Researching new technologies, APIs, and tools relevant to payment systems.
- Helping ensure technical documentation and application information is accurate and up to date.
- Preparing presentations (e.g., PowerPoints) to communicate technical and business cases to stakeholders.
- Participating in testing, troubleshooting, and validating integrations.
- Special project work related to strategic initiatives within the bank – could include real-time payments, API-driven services, mobile/online banking integrations, or system modernization efforts.
Other
- An undergraduate student with an expected graduation date between either December 2026 or May/June 2027.
- Area of Study: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline including all engineering degrees.
- Cumulative GPA is 3.5 or above.
- Demonstrates intellectual curiosity and courage.
- Strong English communication skills both written and spoken required.
- Analytical thinkers with a strong attention to detail.
- Organized and able to manage time and multiple tasks efficiently.
- Ability to work independently on special projects.
- Ability to effectively contribute to a team environment.
- The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range.
- Our internship program does not offer any relocation assistance.
- Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role.
