Analytics associate program

When you join Sallie Mae, you become a champion for all students. We’re on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey. To help them plan their higher education, successfully finish, and prepare for life after school. To help them Start smart. Learn big. Students need guidance navigating this important time in their life. They need someone who acknowledges that their education path is unique.

They need a partner willing to evolve and not only meet but surpass their expectations. We’re changing. Because students need a better way. We’re looking for people who are excited to drive this transformation. To break barriers and think of new ways to adapt, help, and create better experiences for students—and for each other. This is where diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives matter.

It’s where you’re empowered to bring your authentic self to work. Feeling your best allows you to do your best.

The Associate Analytics Early Career Development Program is a selective 24-month development program designed to build the next generation of analytics talent at Sallie Mae. Through rotational experiences across Business, Credit, Marketing and Data Analytics, you’ll develop the unique combination of business acumen, analytical thinking, and technical expertise needed to solve complex challenges and influence key business decisions. As a member of the program, you’ll work on meaningful projects that directly impact our customers, business performance, and strategic priorities.

You’ll gain exposure to multiple areas of the organization, participate in structured development opportunities, and build relationships with leaders and mentors who are invested in your success. This program is designed for individuals who are curious, analytical, and eager to learn. By the end of the experience, you’ll have a strong foundation in both business and data analytics, a deep understanding of the business, and the skills needed to accelerate your career within Sallie Mae.

Complete three 8-month rotational assignments across our key Analytics groups. Each rotation is designed to strengthen your business knowledge, technical capabilities, and ability to translate data into meaningful business outcomes.

Learn how analytics drives business performance, customer outcomes, and risk management decisions. You will:
Analyze business performance, customer behavior, and portfolio trends to identify opportunities and inform decision-making Evaluate credit and risk performance to support lending and portfolio management strategies Generate insights and recommendations that influence business strategy, customer outcomes, and operational performance Partner with business leaders to solve complex challenges and deliver measurable results

Build the technical foundation needed to transform data into insights and business value. You will:
Utilize tools such as SQL, Python, and Power BI to analyze, visualize, and interpret data Develop dashboards, reporting solutions, and analytical products that support decision-making Apply forecasting, statistical analysis, and modeling techniques to solve business challenges Identify opportunities to automate processes, improve data quality, and enhance analytics capabilities Gain exposure to modern analytics tools, technologies, and emerging data practices

Throughout the Program, You Will Solve meaningful business problems using data and analytics Develop technical, analytical, and consulting skills through hands‑on experience Communicate insights and recommendations through presentations, dashboards, and data storytelling Partner with stakeholders across multiple functions and business areas Participate in mentorship, networking, and leadership development opportunities Gain exposure to senior leaders and strategic business initiatives Join a cohort of high‑performing early‑career professionals committed to learning, growth, and collaboration

Education Expected graduation in May 2027 with a Bachelor's or Master's…