You Lead the Way. We’ve Got Your Back. 

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. 

Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express. 

Find your place on #TeamAmex.  

Business Unit / Role Specific Information: 

Our full-time Graduate Programme is a two-year rotational program designed to attract and develop diverse talent. Each Graduate will spend 8 months across three diverse areas, such as Consumer, Merchant and Commercial business. As an American Express Graduate, you will work with your business unit and leaders to solve some of our most crucial business projects aligned to the company’s strategic, operational and financial goals. Throughout the programme you will develop a variety of essential business skills, whilst also building a deep understanding of the Payments industry on a Global scale.  

Feeling the pace of the payment sector, you will have the opportunity to challenge yourself across a variety of areas, deliver value to our business and merchants and learn about our award-winning culture and network across our diverse business units and regions.    

Become part of our collaborative and inclusive workplace as you build on your technical and interpersonal skills, hear from senior leadership through our Global Speaker Series and learn first-hand how we deliver value to our merchants and customers.  

The 24-month programme will automatically convert in a full-time position at American Express Germany.  

Programme Dates: 

Starting Date: Tuesday 01 September 2026. 

What skills will you need? 

Successfully completed/completing a master's degree in 2026 in business or similar    

First work experience in Sales, Business Development and/or Marketing 

Very good written and spoken German and English skills - C1 level   

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team   

Interest in improving processes and various problem-solving approaches  

High level of self-motivation and the ability to lead and bring others along   

Excellent communication skills and solution-oriented action   

Analytical skills with an interest in quantitative and qualitative analysis  

Good project management skills and presentation techniques  

Team player with initiative 

 

What do you get in return? 

Competitive pay 

Buddy Program  

Networking & Social Events 

Senior Leadership Insights  

Free Food & Drinks  

Hybrid Working Model incl. Home Office (min. 3 days per week in the office) 

New and modern office incl. Skyline View 

 

Recruitment Process: 

Please see below an overview of the interview process and key timelines, should you meet our eligibility criteria:    

HireVue, on-demand video interviews will take place in January and beginning of February 2026 

First round interviews will take place between 09 February - 12 February 2026 

Assessment Center will take place on 18 February 2026  

Final Round Interviews with Vice President will take place on the 25 February 2026 

 

Apply now! 

Please note that you can attach up to 4 documents with a maximum of 488 kb each.   

Our team will review completed applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience while we consider your application.   

Please contact ask.campus.emea@aexp.com if you have any queries about your application.   

Employment eligibility to work with American Express in Germany is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.   

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.  

Start your career at American Express - we look forward to meeting you!  

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

Competitive base salaries Bonus incentives Support for financial-well-being and retirement Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location) Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location) Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location) Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program Career development and training opportunities

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.