Strategy Intern

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MBA Strategy Intern - International Vehicle Payments (IVP) Team
Internship duration: ~10 Weeks

What we need
Corpay is currently looking to hire an MBA Strategy Intern to join our International Vehicle Payments (IVP) line of business. This position is within the Strategy team, based in Victoria, London.

This internship is an opportunity for a high-potential MBA candidate to work on strategic projects that support Corpay's growth across international markets. You will help evaluate organic and inorganic growth opportunities, assess market dynamics, build business cases, and support strategic initiatives that shape the future direction of the IVP business.

You will contribute to high-impact work spanning market analysis, commercial strategy, partnerships, M&A opportunities, performance improvement, and strategic planning. This role is ideal for an MBA student with strong analytical capability, commercial curiosity, structured problem solving skills, and the ability to translate data and market insight into clear strategic recommendations.

You will report directly to the Global Strategy Director and work closely with the Chief Commercial Officer (IVP), and senior business leaders across the UK, Europe and beyond,

How We Work:
As an MBA Strategy Intern, you will be expected to work in an office environment. Corpay will set you up for success by providing:
* Assigned workspace in our designated London, Victoria office location.
* Company-issued equipment
* Support and collaboration from a dedicated results focussed Strategy team

What We Need
We are looking for a motivated and intellectually curious MBA candidate who is excited by strategy, growth, business model innovation, and international markets. You will bring a consulting-style approach to problem solving, strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills, and the ability to work across multiple workstreams in a fast-paced commercial environment.

You should be comfortable working with ambiguity, forming hypotheses, conducting research, building financial and strategic analysis, and presenting findings clearly to senior stakeholders. To thrive in this role, you will be a self-starter who can work both independently and collaboratively.
You will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a desire to take ownership of meaningful projects from analysis through to recommendation.

Role Responsibilities

Strategic Planning and Development
* Supporting the development of strategic plans for the IVP business, including market sizing, opportunity assessment, growth prioritisation, and business case development.
* Conducting market research and analysis to identify trends, customer needs, competitive dynamics, risks, and growth opportunities.
* Build business models, scenarios, and quantitative analyses to support strategic decision-making.
* Helping translate strategic objectives into clear recommendations, initiatives, and action plans.
* Supporting preparation of materials for senior leadership discussions, strategic reviews, and planning sessions.

Growth Initiatives and Performance Analysis
* Supporting the evaluation and execution of strategic initiatives across products, markets, customer segments, and channels.
* Analyse business performance data to identify opportunities for growth, efficiency, and commercial improvement.
* Helping define key performance indicators and tracking mechanisms for strategic initiatives.
* Preparing concise updates, dashboards, and presentations to communicate project progress and findings.

Market, Partnerships and M&A
* Monitoring industry trends, competitor activity, market developments, and emerging customer needs across relevant IVP markets.
* Support identification and assessment of potential partnership, market entry, and M&A opportunities.
* Conducting competitor benchmarking and develop insights to inform commercial and strategic decisions.
* Assisting with opportunity screening, strategic rationale development, and early-stage due diligence analysis.

Cross-functional Collaboration
* Working with colleagues across strategy, commercial, product, finance, operations, and regional teams to gather input and align on project objectives.
* Supporting cross-functional workshops, stakeholder interviews, and working sessions.
* Help business teams translate strategic priorities into practical plans and measurable actions.
* Contribute fresh thinking, structured analysis, and an external perspective to strategic discussions.

Stakeholder Communication
* Preparing clear, compelling presentations and written materials for senior stakeholders.
* Communicate analysis, insights, and recommendations in a concise and commercially relevant way.
* Building relationships across the IVP business and contribute positively to a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications & Skills

Required
* Currently pursuing an MBA from a leading business school.
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Management, Engineering, or a related field.
* Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including the ability to interpret data, build models, and develop business cases.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to structure ambiguous business questions.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex topics clearly.
* High proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel.
* Strong organisation and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines.
* Intellectual curiosity, commercial awareness, and a proactive approach to learning.

Preferred
* Prior experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, investment banking, private equity, venture capital, corporate development, commercial strategy, fintech, payments, mobility, fleet, energy, or B2B services.
* Experience conducting market research, competitive analysis, customer segmentation, financial modelling, or M&A/partnership assessments.
* Interest in payments, mobility, fleet services, B2B technology, or commercial transformation.

What We Offer

As an MBA Strategy Intern, you will gain:

* Exposure to strategic decision-making in a global S&P 500 business.
* Experience working on live commercial and growth initiatives.
* Direct interaction with senior leaders across the IVP business.
* Opportunity to apply MBA learning to real-world strategy, growth, and corporate development challenges.
* A collaborative, inclusive, and fast-paced working environment.
* Competitive internship compensation.
* Potential consideration for future career opportunities within Corpay, subject to business need and performance.

Why Join Corpay?

* Impact: Play a pivotal role in a new function, bringing your expertise
* Global Reach: Be part of a company with a presence in over 80 countries and a team of more than 10,000 employees worldwide.
* Culture: Join a passionate, collaborative, and inclusive team that values your contributions.
* Rewards: Competitive compensation package, including equity, health benefits, and more.
* Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a fast-growing company.

CORPAY Enjoys Global Recognition Including:
* Forbes Global Growth Champion: CORPAY (FLEETCOR) is one of the 250 fastest-growing companies in the world as determined by Forbes and Statista.
* Forbes World's Most Innovative Companies: CORPAY (FLEETCOR) has made this prestigious list of leading innovative companies 4 years in a row!
* Fortune 1000 Company: CORPAY (FLEETCOR) was one of the largest movers in the new rankings of the largest companies in America, ranking #872.
* S&P 500: In 2018, CORPAY (FLEETCOR) joined the S&P stock index comprised of the 500 leading US stocks.

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About Corpay

About Corpay

Corpay is a global technology organization that is leading the future of commercial payments with a culture of innovation that drives us to constantly create new and better ways to pay. Our specialized payment solutions help businesses control, simplify, and secure payment for fuel, general payables, toll and lodging expenses. Millions of people in over 80 countries around the world use our solutions for their payments.
At Corpay, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where employees are valued for their diverse perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion strengthen our teams, drive innovation, and support our continued success globally.
As part of our hiring process, offers of employment may be subject to the successful completion of pre-employment screening conducted by an authorized third-party provider, in accordance with applicable laws and Corpay policies. Screening requirements may include employment references, identity verification, criminal record checks, financial or sanctions screening, and other background checks relevant to the role and permitted by local law.
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Learn more about Corpay: https://www.corpay.com

Transparency & Compliance

Equal Opportunity Employer
Corpay is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Corpay is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where individuals are respected and valued for their diverse perspectives, experiences, and contributions. If you require reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring
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Pay Philosophy
Corpay is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation practices. Compensation decisions are based on objective, job-related factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and market benchmarks. Where required by applicable law, salary or compensation ranges will be included in the job posting or provided prior to the interview process, where required by applicable law. Additional compensation elements such as bonuses, incentives, benefits, or variable pay may apply where applicable