Corporate Strategy & Development Intern at Santander in Dallas

Summary: Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry. The Corporate Strategy & Development Intern will gain exposure to strategic planning and corporate initiatives, assisting in financial modeling, market analysis, and supporting business decisions. Responsibilities: - Develop a strong understanding of the company’s products, capabilities, operations and financial performance - Develop and maintain a working knowledge of relevant industry sectors, including specialty finance, banking and insurance including monitoring and analyzing relevant transactions that occur in the marketplace - Research and analyze industries, companies, technology segments, and business models to develop a competitive landscape assessment - Conduct strategic fit and business opportunity analysis to determine profitability in various scenarios - Assist in the development and implementation of company-wide strategic initiatives - Build financial models relating to asset valuation, fixed income portfolio valuation, and regulatory capital and liquidity analysis - Prepare presentations that provide a logically reasoned and data-supported approach for deal counterparties, senior executive teams, and board of directors - Act as a liaison between businesses, other departments, vendors, consultants, and advisors at all levels - Perform competitor benchmarking and assist in preparing detailed reports on peer company performance and strategic direction - Analyze market trends, regulatory changes, or geopolitical factors impacting the bank’s business units - Support due diligence activities for potential partnerships, investments, or acquisition opportunities Required Qualifications: - An undergraduate student and/or graduate student with an expected graduation date between either December 2026 or May/June 2027 - Area of Study: A major in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or Mathematical Economics - Cumulative GPA is 3.5 or above - Demonstrates intellectual curiosity and courage - Strong English communication skills both written and spoken required - Strong logic, reasoning, and math skills - 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 - Ability to work well with people from many different disciplines with varying degrees of technical experience - Ability to adapt to a dynamic, rapidly changing business and technical environment - Ability to maintain confidentiality Preferred Qualifications: - Coursework in or exposure to accounting, finance, economics, or business - Experience in Microsoft Office products - Familiarity with tools or systems such as Bloomberg, SQL, or Intex Required Skills: Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Mathematical Economics, Financial modeling, Asset-backed securities, Private debt markets, Credit risk analysis, Consumer finance, Industry analysis, Competitive landscape assessment, Strategic planning, Microsoft Office, Bloomberg, SQL, Intex