Navy Federal Credit Union
Summer Associate Internship (Product Strategist)
Navy Federal Credit Union, Pensacola, Florida, United States, 32573
Overview
Within Navy Federal, the Savings & Membership Department (SMD) drives the identification of new and innovative ways to inspire and enable a better financial future for our members by focusing on their Lifetime Journey, Money Management, and Money Movement. Digital Payments is a division of SMD that is tasked to shape products providing personalized, scalable, and secure Money Movement experiences that continuously exceed members' evolving payment expectations.
The Summer Associate will join the Technology, Innovation, Experience and Strategy (TIES) Technology Solutions Team which drives innovation through effective project management, robust implementation of technology solutions, and strategic systems management in partnership with technology teams and business partners. The team is committed to delivering innovative technology solutions, optimizing processes, and empowering informed decision-making to support the strategic goals and success of the organization.
The Summer Associate Program is a 12-week internship program beginning in May 2026 and ending in August 2026. Students will work on impactful projects and meaningful work during their internship. To qualify for this position, applicants must be currently pursuing a degree from an accredited college or university and have an anticipated graduation date of December 2026 or later.
Responsibilities
Assess the competitive landscape of competitor products and services including potential disruptive technologies
Identify opportunities to integrate AI into existing dashboards/applications (i.e. natural language querying, forecasting, etc.)
Collaborate with multiple stakeholders across the organization to identify opportunities for new/improved functionality
Develop recommendations for delivery of strategic initiatives or products based on research, findings, data, and other empirical evidence
Develop work breakdown structure which can be used to deliver high-level roadmaps and/or detailed action plans as applicable
Develop and present proposals on findings from analysis and research to leadership
Become integrated into and participate in the day-to-day strategy, analysis, and operations of a project team
Qualifications
Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in a related field
Experience with research, analysis, and data manipulation
Knowledge of, or experience using, data and analytics tools such as PowerBI, Databricks, SQL, SPSS Modeler, R, Tableau, or equivalent
Strong communication and presentation skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and in group settings
Strong strategic, critical, and analytical thinking skills
Basic knowledge of financial services/payments is a plus
Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Location(s): 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180 | 5550 Heritage Oaks Dr Pensacola, FL 32526
About Us
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.
• Best Companies for Latinos to Work for 2024
• Computerworld® Best Places to Work in IT
• Forbes® 2025 America's Best Large Employers
• Forbes® 2024 America's Best Employers for New Grads
• Forbes® 2024 America's Best Employers for Tech Workers
• Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials™ 2024
• Fortune Best Workplaces for Women ™ 2024
• Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2025
• Military Times 2024 Best for Vets Employers
• Newsweek Most Loved Workplaces
• 2024 PEOPLE® Companies That Care
• Ripplematch Recruiting Choice Award
• Yello and WayUp Top 100 Internship Programs
From Fortune. ©2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Navy Federal Credit Union.
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected Veteran.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
REQNUMBER: 26952
Within Navy Federal, the Savings & Membership Department (SMD) drives the identification of new and innovative ways to inspire and enable a better financial future for our members by focusing on their Lifetime Journey, Money Management, and Money Movement. Digital Payments is a division of SMD that is tasked to shape products providing personalized, scalable, and secure Money Movement experiences that continuously exceed members' evolving payment expectations.
The Summer Associate will join the Technology, Innovation, Experience and Strategy (TIES) Technology Solutions Team which drives innovation through effective project management, robust implementation of technology solutions, and strategic systems management in partnership with technology teams and business partners. The team is committed to delivering innovative technology solutions, optimizing processes, and empowering informed decision-making to support the strategic goals and success of the organization.
The Summer Associate Program is a 12-week internship program beginning in May 2026 and ending in August 2026. Students will work on impactful projects and meaningful work during their internship. To qualify for this position, applicants must be currently pursuing a degree from an accredited college or university and have an anticipated graduation date of December 2026 or later.
Responsibilities
Assess the competitive landscape of competitor products and services including potential disruptive technologies
Identify opportunities to integrate AI into existing dashboards/applications (i.e. natural language querying, forecasting, etc.)
Collaborate with multiple stakeholders across the organization to identify opportunities for new/improved functionality
Develop recommendations for delivery of strategic initiatives or products based on research, findings, data, and other empirical evidence
Develop work breakdown structure which can be used to deliver high-level roadmaps and/or detailed action plans as applicable
Develop and present proposals on findings from analysis and research to leadership
Become integrated into and participate in the day-to-day strategy, analysis, and operations of a project team
Qualifications
Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in a related field
Experience with research, analysis, and data manipulation
Knowledge of, or experience using, data and analytics tools such as PowerBI, Databricks, SQL, SPSS Modeler, R, Tableau, or equivalent
Strong communication and presentation skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and in group settings
Strong strategic, critical, and analytical thinking skills
Basic knowledge of financial services/payments is a plus
Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Location(s): 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180 | 5550 Heritage Oaks Dr Pensacola, FL 32526
About Us
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.
• Best Companies for Latinos to Work for 2024
• Computerworld® Best Places to Work in IT
• Forbes® 2025 America's Best Large Employers
• Forbes® 2024 America's Best Employers for New Grads
• Forbes® 2024 America's Best Employers for Tech Workers
• Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials™ 2024
• Fortune Best Workplaces for Women ™ 2024
• Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2025
• Military Times 2024 Best for Vets Employers
• Newsweek Most Loved Workplaces
• 2024 PEOPLE® Companies That Care
• Ripplematch Recruiting Choice Award
• Yello and WayUp Top 100 Internship Programs
From Fortune. ©2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Navy Federal Credit Union.
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected Veteran.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
REQNUMBER: 26952