Enterprise Services – Chief of Staff Office Summer Analyst Internship (May 2025)

About BNP Paribas

BNP Paribas (originally Banque Nationale de Paris) is a leading international banking group with a strong presence in over 70 countries. It offers various financial services, including retail banking, corporate and institutional banking, asset management, and investment banking, serving millions of customers worldwide. The bank is known for its expertise in various sectors, innovative solutions, and commitment to sustainable finance.

Your role

Business Overview:

The Enterprise Services (ES) department encompasses 5 teams:

• Procurement
• Third-Party Management Office
• Workplace & Corporate Services
• Location Strategy
• The Data Office for CIB Americas

It is responsible for reinforcing and elevating three strategic mandates for the Bank in support of the CIB Americas Ambition 2025:

• The articulation of a long-term Workspace Strategy to support the implementation of Smart Working and the Americas Location Strategy.
• The development of a strategic posture on Procurement and Vendor Management.
• The development and strengthening of an integrated Data Management platform and associated services.

Within ES, the Chief of Staff office is responsible for supporting the Head of Enterprise Services by handling the following responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a change roadmap for Enterprise Services in support of Ambition 2025.
• Oversee and complete ad-hoc projects and special assignments.
• Provide strategic and tactical support for formal and informal governance.
• Develop and execute against communication plan.
• Work closely with the Business and Program Management team on transversal topics.

The selected candidate will report to the Chief of Staff office and be integrally involved in the above mandates, supporting ES progress and developing key skills around project management and data analysis.

Training & development

The Summer 2025 Program:

At BNP Paribas, the people are their greatest asset, and they are committed to helping you grow from day one. The internship program is their primary source for hiring early talent into the Bank, providing you with the network and resources you need to build a successful career.

Over 10 weeks, you will acquire in-depth insight into BNP Paribas and gain valuable and practical experience. Whichever area you are placed in, you will join a team of award-winning specialists in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Through the program, interns have a distinct opportunity to gain guidance from mentors and exposure to senior leaders within the Bank.

As an Intern, you will gain:

• Engage in an initial induction training that will set you up to succeed, and allow you to network with your intern class across all business divisions.
• Complete technical projects and collaborate with colleagues across the Bank, gaining exposure to real work to identify your skills and explore where your interests align.
• Participate in weekly senior speaker events and roundtable discussions to gain a comprehensive understanding of financial markets and the industry.
• Network with colleagues and learn about industry topics through workshops and speaker series, as well as through philanthropy and social events.

Salary & benefits

The annualized base salary for this position is $75,000.

Internship benefits may include:

• Industry Experience
• Networking Opportunities
• Skill Development
• Potential for Full-Time Employment
• Exposure to Cutting-Edge Technology
• Training and Development
• Global Perspective

Career progression

At BNP Paribas, skill development is prioritized, recognizing the importance of individual growth. The acquired skills are invaluable for career longevity, guaranteeing sustained success and ongoing professional progression. The growth of each individual is esteemed here, ensuring a supportive environment for lifelong learning and personal advancement within the company and beyond.

Work-life balance

Interns at BNP Paribas benefit from a supportive work environment that values work-life balance. While engaging in meaningful projects and learning opportunities, interns are encouraged to maintain a healthy balance between work responsibilities and personal pursuits, ensuring a fulfilling and rewarding experience during their tenure at the company.

Culture & vibe

BNP Paribas experience a dynamic and inclusive culture that fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth. They are welcomed into a vibrant community of professionals who value diversity, creativity, and continuous learning, creating an inspiring atmosphere where interns can thrive and contribute to meaningful projects.

About you

What you will need:

BNP internship programs are a springboard for college students to launch their careers through exciting and intellectually stimulating opportunities.

They are highly driven, intellectually stimulating, and crafted to build your real-world capabilities. To succeed amongst their teams, they look for those with a strong academic story, sharp analytical skills, and the ability to articulate ideas well, to clients and colleagues alike.

• Graduation year of Winter 2025 – Spring 2026.
• All majors accepted.
• Collaboration mindset– Supporting the bank’s 2025 Ambition plan requires teamwork across the Enterprise Services teams.
• Client Focus – as ES is supporting the entire Americas platform, all ES internal stakeholders are considered and treated as clients with whom they build strong relationships to support their needs.
• Project Management skills – being structured, and organized and getting to know the basis of project management will allow the candidate to succeed in the accomplishment of simple to complex tasks.
• Problem-Solving initiative – given the variety of topics led by ES, thinking out of the box and bringing creative thinking to solve issues will be a strong tool.
• Analytical Skills – data has become an asset for all Businesses and the ability to manage and analyze it will allow the candidate to perform and present critical analysis for ES.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• group.bnpparibas/en/careers/
• us.bnpparibas.com
• youtube.com