Job Description

The ESG Apprentice role provides foundational exposure to Environmental, Social, and Governance practices that help organizations measure, manage, and report sustainability performance. The role supports understanding how ESG data underpins regulatory disclosures, risk management, and stakeholder transparency. It also offers hands‑on learning in using data, AI‑enabled tools, and analytics to enhance sustainability insights and reporting quality.

Support the ESG controls function by assisting in data collection, validation, and organizing ESG data
Help maintain documentation for controls, SOPs, and audit trails
Support preparation of ESG metrics for internal and external reporting.
Assist in research of new / upcoming regulations
Leverage AI‑based tools to automate ESG data processes and enhance analytical insights.

Qualitifcations and Skills
- Interest in sustainability, ESG principles, and non‑financial performance reporting
- Graduation completed in a technology‑focused discipline (e.g., engineering, computer science, data, or related fields)
- Comfortable working with data, technology, and emerging AI‑based tools, with a willingness to learn controls and regulatory concepts
- Detail‑oriented, well‑organized, and able to collaborate effectively across teams

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.

As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.

About American Express

At American Express, we know that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. Whether we’re supporting our customers’ financial confidence to move ahead, taking commerce to new heights, or encouraging people to explore the world, our colleagues are constantly striving to uphold our powerful backing promise to our customers and each other every day.

These beliefs have been our North Star for 170 years as our business transformed – from helping evacuate travelers during World Wars, to ensuring the safety of our customers’ funds during the Great Depression in the U.S., to creating the Shop Small® movement to help small businesses recover from the Financial Crisis, to providing aid to communities impacted by many natural disasters and so much more.

For generations, the key to our success has been the determination and resilience of our American Express colleagues. Now, as a globally integrated payments company, we work together to provide customers with access to products, insights and world-class experiences that enrich lives and build business success. Join us and let’s lead the way together.

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Industry

Finance & Insurance

Company Size

10,000+ employees

Headquarters

New York, NY

Year Founded

Unknown

Website

americanexpress.com

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