Business Leadership Program Internship Overview:
Synchrony’s Business Leadership Program Summer Internship is a 10-week paid assignment in one of our 10 Tracks. During the summer, each BLP Intern is provided with project work that is important to our business, and we’ll look to you to challenge us and contribute to driving innovation for our future. Beyond the assignment, BLPs gain the full Synchrony Experience with an immersive orientation during Week 1, the Intern Summer Series to meet and network with leaders around the business, and ongoing support from a team and mentors who are invested in your success.
Sales & Relationship Management BLP Internship Experience: What You’ll Accomplish
This internship is for students who are looking to get a critical jump start on a career in Sales & Relationship Management, working side by side with our experts in the function to gain valuable hands-on experience.
In the Sales & Relationship Management BLP Internship, you may gain experience in sales, risk, client development, relationship management, customer relationship management, business development, and field sales work specific to the business. This may include:
Partnering with a Sales Leader to provide reporting and analytical support that is critical to executing the Sales strategy.
Focusing on key initiatives between the client and the business to foster the ongoing growth and profitability of the overall relationship through supporting customer retention projects, compliance initiatives, and consistent communications.
Partnering with platform business development teams to provide support for new deals and assist with Sales presentations to prospective Synchrony clients.
Creating and fostering key client relationships by building sustainable sales goals.
What do we look for in all potential BLP Interns?
Ability to effectively work independently and within collaborative teams
Proven leadership both inside and beyond the classroom
Strong project management and communication skills
Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and passion for learning
Passion for excellence with high integrity and a commitment to quality
Relevant experience or demonstrated interest in area of work
Desired Characteristics for the Sales & Relationship Management Track
Candidates with passion to work in Sales roles
Good presentation skills and the capability to meet deadlines
Strong leadership skills, including the ability to lead projects of varying scope
Strong oral and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills
Attention to detail and strong analytical and problem-solving skills; strong organizational skills
Inquisitive and able to learn quickly, as the program has a steep learning curve
Basic Qualifications & Requirements
Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a field of business (Finance, Economics, Business Management, Marketing, etc.) or related major
Excellent academic record – Minimum overall 3.0 GPA
Available for 10 consecutive weeks during Internship (June – August)
Must be able to work minimum of 40 hour week
Additional Eligibility Requirements
You must be 18 years or older
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.
Geographic mobility: Ability to relocate based on program or business direction
Participants will receive full relocation benefits (if moving 50 miles or more) and fully furnished housing. For additional details about our BLP Summer Internship benefits, visit www.synchronyuniversity.com.
Our Commitment
When you join us, you’ll be part of a diverse, inclusive culture where your skills, experience, and voice are not only heard—but valued. We celebrate the differences in all of us and believe that our individual, unique perspectives is what makes Synchrony truly a great place to work. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect and turn ideals into action. Through the power of our 8 Diversity Networks+, with more than 60% of our workforce engaged, you’ll find community to connect with and find opportunity to go beyond your passions.
This starts when you choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodation Notice:
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
If you need special accommodations, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time.
Our Way of Working:
We’re proud to offer you flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work from home near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices. You will be required to commute to your nearest Hub (either virtual or physical) for in-person engagement activities such as regular business or team meetings, training and culture events.
*Field Sales and some Commercial team roles may have varied location requirements based upon partner obligations or preferences.
Eligibility Requirements:
You must be 18 years or older
You must have a high school diploma or equivalent
You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process
You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.
New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months’ time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months’ time in position before they can post. All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don’t meet the time in position or performance expectations).
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Our Commitment:
When you join us, you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where your individual skills, experience, and voice are not only heard – but valued. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect, and turn ideals into action. More than 50% of our workforce is engaged in our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where community and passion intersect to offer a safe space to learn and grow.
This starts when you choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We’re proud to have an award-winning culture for all.
Reasonable Accommodation Notice:
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
If you need special accommodations, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time
Job Family Group:
SalesSkills Required
- Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in business (Finance, Economics, Business Management, Marketing) or related major
- Minimum overall 3.0 GPA
- Available for 10 consecutive weeks during Internship (June - August)
- Must be able to work minimum of 40 hour week
- Be 18 years or older
- Successful completion of background investigation, drug screen, and fingerprints as part of onboarding
- Must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; employer will not sponsor visas
- Geographic mobility and willingness to relocate based on program or business direction (relocation benefits if 50+ miles)
- Relevant experience or demonstrated interest in sales, relationship management, or business development
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Project management, analytical, problem-solving, attention to detail, and organizational skills
- Demonstrated leadership and ability to work independently and in teams
- Flexibility, adaptability, and passion for learning
Synchrony Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Synchrony and has not been reviewed or approved by Synchrony.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is described as extensive, with long paid leave for birthing parents and additional paid leave for all new parents. Backup childcare and eldercare options provide practical support for caregiving needs.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Well-being offerings are broad, spanning integrated wellness tools, dedicated well-being coaches, and an enhanced assistance program. Reimbursements for activities like fitness apps, swimming lessons, art classes, and meditation, along with pet telehealth and adult orthodontia, reinforce lifestyle support.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay practices emphasize pay equity across gender and race and a high wage floor for U.S. hourly roles. These signals aim to underpin fairness in base compensation across the organization.
Synchrony Insights
What We Do
At Synchrony (NYSE: SYF), we’re changing what’s possible for people and businesses every single day. From offering financing options to creating innovative tech, we help make shopping go smoothly across a variety of industries, like retail, auto, travel and home. Synchrony is one of the largest issuers of store credit cards in the United States. We help consumers pay over time for important expenses, issue co-branded cards for small- and medium-sized business credit products, as well as offer consumer savings products through Synchrony Bank. So, how can we change what’s possible for you?
