Mastercard is hiring an entry-level AI Engineer through the Launch Program 2027 to support Technology Regulatory Resilience within the Technology Regulatory and Market Compliance organization. The role focuses on designing and improving AI-enabled solutions that connect regulatory obligations to controls, products, and evidence.
Role Overview
This is an 18-month Launch Program 2027 based in St. Louis, MO, with the position located in O'Fallon, MO (onsite). The salary is USD 100,000 per year. The role supports the end-to-end lifecycle of AI solution development, from prototyping through testing, deployment, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Help design, build, and improve AI-enabled solutions that influence how Mastercard meets and demonstrates compliance with global technology and resilience regulations.
- Apply generative AI, machine learning, and automation to link regulatory obligations to controls, products, and evidence.
- Collaborate with experienced engineers and regulatory subject matter experts to translate regulatory and customer requirements into actionable information and to show how Mastercard standards and controls meet and/or exceed expectations.
- Develop hands-on experience across the full AI solution lifecycle, including prototyping, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement, with mentorship, structured learning, and exposure to high-visibility work.
Required Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or accelerated Master’s degree, with an anticipated graduation date between April 2027 and June 2027.
- Demonstrated software development experience with a strong interest in applying AI technologies to solve business and technical challenges.
- Hands-on experience using multiple AI platforms and tools through academic coursework, personal projects, research, or internships, including options such as Claude, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, DeepSeek, or similar technologies.
- Experience designing, developing, or enhancing applications that leverage AI or machine learning capabilities.
- Knowledge of AI/ML concepts, methodologies, and best practices, with the ability to apply them in practical project environments.
- Previous internship experience or substantial project work involving Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Generative AI, or related technologies.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and technical skills, with the ability to learn and adapt to emerging AI technologies.
- Work authorization: This role is not eligible for Mastercard work authorization sponsorship. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States, now and in the future, without employer sponsorship.
Technologies
- Claude
- Microsoft Copilot
- Google Gemini
- DeepSeek
Team and Mission
The Technology Regulatory and Market Compliance (TRMC) organization supports technology and security risk management practices through a multi-disciplinary team of security, technology, and risk professionals. TRMC demonstrates to stakeholders, such as regulators, customers, and Mastercard businesses, how Mastercard complies with promises, commitments, and obligations as a member of the front-line risk organization. This is accomplished by translating regulatory and customer requirements into actionable information and demonstrating how Mastercard standards and controls meet and/or exceed expectations.
Why This Launch Program
- Over the 18-month program, develop the ability to connect ideas, people, and markets to drive commercial impact.
- Build experience through hands-on assignments, cross-functional projects, and structured learning, with exposure to multiple areas of Mastercard’s business.
- Collaborate with teams across functions and contribute to strategic initiatives to strengthen skills needed to address complex business challenges.
- Develop a well-rounded commercial mindset and prepare for a range of career paths across Mastercard’s global organization.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- May be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role
- Insurance including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Flexible spending account and health savings account
- Paid leaves including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave
- 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time, and 5 personal days (pro-rated based on date of hire)
- 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays
- 401k with a best-in-class company match
- Deferred compensation for eligible roles
- Fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities
- Eligibility for tuition reimbursement
- Many more
- Interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; on-site fitness facilities in some locations
Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks carry inherent risk. Mastercard requires that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must: abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices; ensure confidentiality and integrity of accessed information; report any suspected information security violation or breach; and complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.
