Associate Analyst, Marketing, 2026 Launch Program - Purchase, NY

Our Purpose
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title and Summary
Associate Analyst, Marketing, 2026 Launch Program - Purchase, NY
We believe that opportunity is for all of us.
This is Mastercard Launch.
Who is Mastercard?
Mastercard is a technology company in the global payments business. We connect consumers, financial institutions, merchants, governments and businesses worldwide and enable them to use secure and convenient electronic forms of payment. Mastercard is a driving force at the heart of commerce, enabling global transactions and bringing insight into the payments process to make commerce faster, more secure, and more valuable to everyone involved. As a critical link among financial institutions and millions of businesses, cardholders and merchants worldwide, Mastercard provides services in more than 210 countries and territories. You find more information on
www.mastercardworldwide.com.
Mastercard Launch
There are some skills you can teach. And some you can inspire. Mastercard Launch gives recent graduates both-immersing emerging talent in an 18-month journey where they will challenge the status quo, engage in meaningful and practical sessions, drive Decency and Belonging, our mission to be a Force for Good and be the ultimate catalyst for personal and professional growth. The Launch program is for change makers, those who dare to be greater and who wish to make a real impact on the world. We invite you to bring your passion, share your talent and make the most of this truly Priceless experience.
What it is
A permanent opportunity but dedicated to an 18-month program that educates, inspires personal growth, and builds professional confidence to create a Priceless career with Mastercard. Launch will include development opportunities such as: Professional skills learning; Networking and career conversations
Make an impact as an Associate Analyst, Marketing:
Mastercard's Integrated Marketing and Communications team's goal is to advance Mastercard's journey to become top 5 global brand and drive business growth. Marketing helps fuel the business through industry leading strategic thinking and cutting-edge marketing that creates growth and drives competitive advantage.
Join Mastercard's Marketing team as a Launcher and immerse yourself in the fast-paced world of digital partnerships, fintech innovation, and strategic marketing initiatives. This entry-level opportunity is designed for recent graduates eager to gain hands-on experience in marketing strategy, content development, research and insight, or brand engagement.
You'll collaborate with internal teams and external partners to identify joint marketing opportunities, develop compelling content, and execute initiatives that elevate Mastercard's brand visibility and drive business growth.
The Launcher will support the development and execution of marketing strategies and create engaging content tailored to digital-savvy audiences across various platforms. You will also collaborate with internal stakeholders (Sales, Product, Marketing) and external partners to deliver impactful marketing initiatives, while monitoring performance metrics and providing insights to optimize future activities. The Launcher will conduct research and help develop strategic frameworks to inform marketing decisions, leveraging AI tools to analyze trends, uncover insights, and enhance overall marketing effectiveness.
Program Qualifications: • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or accelerated graduate program graduating between Winter 2025 - Spring 2026 • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, PPT)• Familiarity with AI tools and digital platforms is a plus • Innovative thinking and thoughtful risk taking, • Familiarity with the digital landscape, including fintech, digital platforms, , and emerging technologies • Ability to partner across the organization • Strong oral and written communication skills • Flexible, adaptive and strong collaborator • Detail-oriented, organized & structured to manage time & work effectively • Analytical mindset with ability to synthesize data into findings
Application Process: • Submit your application (resume and unofficial transcript) • If eligible, you will receive an invitation for a digital interview; this includes answering pre-recorded interview questions • If recommended further, receive invitation for final round interview(s); you will have the opportunity to meet with us virtually to learn more about our business and culture
Compensation: $41.75/hour
This role is not eligible for Mastercard's work authorization sponsorship. As such, candidates must be eligible to work in the United States, now as well as in the future, without employer sponsorship. For example, students or recent graduates in the United States on an F1 visa (including those with CPT or OPT authorization) are not eligible for this role.
#AI3
Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.
Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:

• Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
• Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
• Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.

In line with Mastercard's total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more.