Marketing and Communications Associate, Launch Program

Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

Over the course of this 18-month program, you’ll build specialized expertise through hands‑on experience, structured learning, and mentorship from industry leaders. You’ll work on real business challenges, applying your skills to projects that create meaningful impact. Along the way, you’ll deepen your knowledge of Mastercard's business, collaborate with teams across the organization, and develop the technical, analytical, and professional capabilities needed to accelerate your career.

By the end of the program, you’ll have a strong foundation in your chosen field and the confidence to continue to grow here at Mastercard.

Mastercard’s Marketing and Communications teams play a critical role in advancing the company’s goal of becoming a top five global brand while driving business growth. Through industry‑leading strategic thinking, innovative marketing, and impactful communications, the team helps strengthen Mastercard’s reputation, deepen customer and partner engagement, and create competitive advantage across global markets.

As a Launcher, you will gain hands‑on experience in a dynamic environment at the intersection of marketing, brand, and communications. Whether supporting marketing strategy, content development, research and insights, brand engagement, or communications initiatives, you will contribute to shaping how Mastercard connects with customers, partners, employees, and communities while helping deliver world‑class experiences that drive business success.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Sales, Product, Marketing) and external partners to identify joint marketing opportunities, develop compelling content, deliver impactful marketing initiatives and execute initiatives that elevate Mastercard’s brand visibility and drive business growth
• Monitor performance metrics and providing insights to optimize future activities
• Support the development and execution of marketing strategies and create engaging content tailored to digital‑savvy audiences across various platforms.
• Conduct research and help develop strategic frameworks to inform marketing decisions, leveraging AI tools to analyze trends, uncover insights, and enhance overall marketing effectiveness.
• Gain hands‑on experience in corporate communications, content development, media relations, and digital storytelling.
• Support the daily operations by writing clear, concise, and compelling content tailored to specific audiences and communication channels.
• Contribute to storytelling initiatives that support Mastercard’s business strategy, brand reputation, and thought leadership.

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or accelerated Master’s degree with an anticipated graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Power Point
• Familiarity with AI-powered tools, digital platforms, and emerging technologies; willingness to leverage new technologies to enhance productivity and creativity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including content creation, storytelling, editing, and message development tailored…