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Synchrony · 3 months ago

Emerging Technology Intern - Spring 2026

University of Illinois Site

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$24/hr - $33.50/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

Synchrony Bank is looking for interns at their Emerging Technology Center located at the University of Illinois Research Park. Interns will focus on advancing capabilities in artificial intelligence, data science, and other emerging technology domains, working closely with business stakeholders on various projects.

Consumer LendingFinanceFinancial ServicesInsuranceVenture Capital

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Work closely with our Innovation Station and SMEs to deliver projects for our business stakeholders

Projects can range across multiple disciplines such as basic market and technology research, big data analytics, proof-of-concept creation, data visualization, and software development

Qualification

Microsoft Office ProductsAnalytical skillsAgile project managementPlanning skillsCuriosityOral communicationWritten communicationCritical thinkingAttention to detailOrganizational skillsTeamworkSelf-motivator

Required

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Critical thinking with excellent judgment and initiative

Self-motivator with great attention to detail

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products

Proven analytical skills

Naturally curious and ability to learn quickly

Demonstrated excellent planning and organizational skills

Engaging personality with ability to work independently and in a team setting

Familiarity with Agile project management methods and practices

Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned

Must be registered as a full-time student at the University of Illinois

Must be able to commute to the work location

Have a cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0

Must be willing to commit 10 - 20 hours per week during the academic semester and/or 40 hours per week during summer break

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