People and Capabilities (Benefit and Well-Being) Intern, Summer 2026 - 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
People and Capabilities (Benefit and Well-Being) Intern, Summer 2026 - Purchase, NY
Overview
The Employee Benefits Summer Intern will support the Benefits team on a variety of strategic and operational projects that help deliver high quality employee benefits experience. This internship provides hands-on exposure to the design, administration, communication, and governance of employee benefit programs, as well as the growing use of technology and AI in HR. The intern will gain practical experience working cross-functionally with HR, vendors, and internal stakeholders while developing skills applicable to a career in Human Resources, Total Rewards.
Role• Assist with inventorying and cataloging employee benefit programs, including health and welfare, wellbeing, retirement, and other benefit offerings.• Gather, organize, and validate benefit plan documents, summaries, and FAQs to support content development for an AI-enabled employee benefits chatbot.• Support the documentation of benefit program processes and workflows to improve clarity, consistency, and efficiency of benefits administration.• Partner with the Benefits team members to develop employee communication campaigns, including emails, intranet content, guides, and awareness materials to increase understanding and utilization of benefit offerings.• Assist with benchmarking and research on benefit trends, innovative offerings, and best practices in the employee benefits and wellbeing space.• Support data review and reporting, such as enrollment trends, participation metrics, or employee feedback related to benefits programs.• Participate in team meetings, vendor calls, and project planning sessions to gain exposure to benefits governance and decision-making.• Help test and refine digital benefits tools, including chatbot responses and self-service resources, from an employee user perspective.• Contribute to standardization efforts across regions by helping identify gaps, inconsistencies, or opportunities for simplification.• Shadow benefits team members to learn about vendor management, compliance considerations, and plan design decisions.• Support special projects related to wellbeing initiatives, employee experience improvements, or process optimization.• Gain exposure to how benefits intersect with payroll, leave management, HRIS systems, and compliance requirements.
All About You
You are a proactive, detail-oriented student with a strong interest in HR, employee benefits, or related business disciplines. You enjoy analyzing information, asking thoughtful questions, and working collaboratively to solve problems. You are comfortable navigating new tools and technology and are eager to learn how benefit programs support the employee experience.
Program Components:
Impactful assignments that drive business results
Networking sessions and leadership speakers' series
Volunteer and team building experiences
Program Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program graduating between Winter 2027 to Spring 2028
Ability to partner across the organization
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, PPT) preferred
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Application Process:
Submit your application (resume and unofficial transcript)
If eligible, receive invitation for a one-way digital interview; this includes answering pre-recorded interview questions that advance your application
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: $25- $29/hr
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.
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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. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.