WEX is a global commerce platform that helps businesses solve operational complexities like employee benefits, managing and mobilizing fleets, and streamlining payments. With over 6,500 employees, we work with large and small companies in more than 200 countries and territories, and can tailor our services to meet the unique needs of their businesses.
Our Summer Internship Program puts you in the heart of one of the most strategic companies in the world. You will partner with multiple team members, collaborate with different departments, focus on specific projects, which you will support and even lead. Your expertise will help solve problems that may not even exist today. Our guidance and education throughout this journey will help build your confidence, expand your professional experiences and help improve your leadership skills. Our Program runs for approximately 13 weeks from the end of May to mid-August. Internships are paid and available for those seeking remote, hybrid, and onsite opportunities.
WEX hires the brightest, most talented individuals into our program. Many of our interns end up securing full-time positions or receive extended internship opportunities within the company after completing their initial program. If you perform well and align with our values, you might have the chance to kickstart your career with us.
About the Team/Role
The Strategy MBA Intern will contribute to the development and execution of the company’s long-term strategy. This internship provides an opportunity for hands-on involvement in strategic projects that could encompass areas including market research, analysis, strategy definition, and execution planning. The intern will collaborate with teams across commercial, product, and Corporate Functions.
How you’ll make an impact
Research & Analysis:
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Conduct research on key market, business, and technology trends using secondary materials and WEX/vendor datasets.
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Interpret data to identify patterns and synthesize findings, providing recommended courses of action based on research.
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Analyze data to inform WEX’s strategic approach, improve profitability, and achieve key outcomes.
Strategic Planning + Development:
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Support the development of the annual enterprise-level strategic plan by drawing insights from internal and external research.
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Provide business intelligence and strategic planning support for lines of business and/or the enterprise.
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Analyze complex business problems using internal and external data to provide insights to decision-makers.
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Conduct quantitative and qualitative assessments of key strategic questions and opportunities.
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Assist in the identification, evaluation, prioritization, and execution of strategic initiatives.
New Value Generation:
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Develop expertise and source external insights/validation to support cross-functional efforts in identifying opportunities.
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Conduct internal and external analysis to identify insights for entering new markets or developing new products.
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Engage with stakeholders that could include: external partners, customers, and line of business partners.
Experience you’ll bring
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Masters-level student, in a degree/certificate-seeking accredited MBA program.
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Strong interpersonal, leadership and communication skills.
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2+ years of strong project management skills, including planning and execution.
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2+ years of experience in data modeling and analytics, primarily in Excel.
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Ability to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
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Ability to take initiative, learn quickly and strive for results.
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Experience with the Google suite of applications (Gmail, Docs, Drive, Slides, etc.)
Note: This is a summer intern position with a focus on providing practical experience in strategy and business analysis within a dynamic corporate environment.