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Strategic Finance Analyst roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship, typically under the Trainee or Intern program category. Designated sponsor organizations issue the DS-2019 form, while the U.S. employer serves as your host. No lottery or annual cap applies to J-1 placements.
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We help the world run better. At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.
ABOUT THE JOB
The SAP Internship Experience Program is SAP’s global, strategic, paid internship program that provides university students with opportunities to find purpose in their careers. This is more than an internship, it’s the foundation for a career built on connection, creativity, and impact.
Position title: SAP Finance and Spend iXp Intern – Business Strategy Analyst
Location: USA
Expected start date to end date: June 1st, 2026
Contract Duration: 12 months
Schedule: 40 Hours/Week
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The SAP Concur IXp Intern – Business Strategy Analyst will have the opportunity to help make a difference within our Product Marketing Team by leading a real-world project to help drive business insights through data. Potential tasks may include:
- Develop business models, analysis, and insights for products, services, and promotions
- Determine opportunity sizing including total addressable market and customer profile
- Provide analysis for solution health and develop recommendations to improve; present findings to key stakeholders
- Lead an end-to-end strategic initiative
- Ad hoc business analysis
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
We’re looking for someone who takes initiative, perseveres, and stays curious. You like to work on meaningful innovative projects and are energized by lifelong learning.
- Marketing, pricing, finance or data science experience; or equivalent school coursework or degree
- Strong analytical, data, and/or financial modeling skills
- Ability to present and engage with stakeholder teams and cross-functional groups
- Skilled in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word; bonus if candidate has data science background
- Strong team culture and collaboration, both in person and virtual
- Growth mindset and self-driven
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Our Finance and Spend Business Insights team is made up of people from diverse locations and backgrounds, each bringing unique skills to the table. We work closely with leaders and different teams, sharing thoughtful insights that truly help move the business forward. Most importantly, we’re committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone can learn and grow together. Be part of SAP Next Gen, a global community for students, universities, schools and educational partners, who are passionate about innovation and technology.
- Culture of Collaboration: Partner with experienced SAP colleagues and expert mentors who will support your growth. Grow professionally through personalized mentoring, coaching, and career development support.
- Project-driven Experience: Kickstart your career with hands-on learning experience, making an impact from day one by contributing to meaningful projects that help the world run better. You’ll have endless learning resources at your fingertips and gain future-ready skills from a variety of virtual, in-person, and hybrid learning sessions, cultivated just for you, and aligned with our learning approach.
- Gain Visibility: Build relationships with leaders and peers across teams and functions. Showcase your ideas, skills, and creativity in a global, fast-paced environment. Open doors for future career opportunities within SAP and beyond.
COMPENSATION RANGE TRANSPARENCY
SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role. The targeted combined range for this position is 15 - 62(USD) USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
AI USAGE IN THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS
For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our Guidelines for Ethical Usage of AI in the Recruiting Process. Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Requisition ID: 446536 | Work Area: Administration | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Student | Employment Type: Limited Full Time | Additional Locations:
INTRODUCTION
We help the world run better. At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.
ABOUT THE JOB
The SAP Internship Experience Program is SAP’s global, strategic, paid internship program that provides university students with opportunities to find purpose in their careers. This is more than an internship, it’s the foundation for a career built on connection, creativity, and impact.
Position title: SAP Finance and Spend iXp Intern – Business Strategy Analyst
Location: USA
Expected start date to end date: June 1st, 2026
Contract Duration: 12 months
Schedule: 40 Hours/Week
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The SAP Concur IXp Intern – Business Strategy Analyst will have the opportunity to help make a difference within our Product Marketing Team by leading a real-world project to help drive business insights through data. Potential tasks may include:
- Develop business models, analysis, and insights for products, services, and promotions
- Determine opportunity sizing including total addressable market and customer profile
- Provide analysis for solution health and develop recommendations to improve; present findings to key stakeholders
- Lead an end-to-end strategic initiative
- Ad hoc business analysis
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
We’re looking for someone who takes initiative, perseveres, and stays curious. You like to work on meaningful innovative projects and are energized by lifelong learning.
- Marketing, pricing, finance or data science experience; or equivalent school coursework or degree
- Strong analytical, data, and/or financial modeling skills
- Ability to present and engage with stakeholder teams and cross-functional groups
- Skilled in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word; bonus if candidate has data science background
- Strong team culture and collaboration, both in person and virtual
- Growth mindset and self-driven
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Our Finance and Spend Business Insights team is made up of people from diverse locations and backgrounds, each bringing unique skills to the table. We work closely with leaders and different teams, sharing thoughtful insights that truly help move the business forward. Most importantly, we’re committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone can learn and grow together. Be part of SAP Next Gen, a global community for students, universities, schools and educational partners, who are passionate about innovation and technology.
- Culture of Collaboration: Partner with experienced SAP colleagues and expert mentors who will support your growth. Grow professionally through personalized mentoring, coaching, and career development support.
- Project-driven Experience: Kickstart your career with hands-on learning experience, making an impact from day one by contributing to meaningful projects that help the world run better. You’ll have endless learning resources at your fingertips and gain future-ready skills from a variety of virtual, in-person, and hybrid learning sessions, cultivated just for you, and aligned with our learning approach.
- Gain Visibility: Build relationships with leaders and peers across teams and functions. Showcase your ideas, skills, and creativity in a global, fast-paced environment. Open doors for future career opportunities within SAP and beyond.
COMPENSATION RANGE TRANSPARENCY
SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role. The targeted combined range for this position is 15 - 62(USD) USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
AI USAGE IN THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS
For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our Guidelines for Ethical Usage of AI in the Recruiting Process. Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Requisition ID: 446536 | Work Area: Administration | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Student | Employment Type: Limited Full Time | Additional Locations:
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Strategic Finance Analyst
Frame your credentials around specialty occupation standards
Your DS-2019 training plan must demonstrate that your finance background is distinct and specialized. Document coursework in financial modeling, corporate valuation, or FP&A-specific tools to distinguish your profile from general business applicants.
Target host employers with existing DS-2019 infrastructure
Employers who have hosted J-1 trainees before already understand the host agreement process. Search for strategic finance roles at multinational firms and financial services companies with established international hiring programs on Migrate Mate.
Clarify the 2-year home residency requirement early
If your J-1 is funded by a government or international organization, or if your home country is on the exchange visitor skills list, a 2-year home residency requirement may apply. Confirm your situation with your designated sponsor before accepting a host employer offer.
Align your training plan with OFLC Wage Search data
Designated sponsors and host employers use prevailing wage benchmarks when structuring your training agreement. Run an OFLC Wage Search for the Strategic Finance Analyst SOC code in your target metro area before salary discussions begin.
Request the host employer agreement in writing before onboarding
Your host employer must sign a written agreement with the designated sponsor before your J-1 program begins. Confirm this document exists, that it names your specific role, and that it matches the training plan objectives on your DS-2019.
Verify host employer eligibility through O*NET role alignment
Designated sponsors assess whether a host employer's finance function genuinely supports the J-1 training objectives. Review the O*NET occupation profile for Strategic Finance Analyst to confirm your day-to-day duties match the skill sets the J-1 Trainee category is designed to develop.
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Find Strategic Finance Analyst JobsStrategic Finance Analyst J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Strategic Finance Analyst roles?
Most Strategic Finance Analyst placements fall under the J-1 Trainee category if you've completed a degree within the past 12 months or have at least one year of finance work experience outside the U.S. Current students enrolled in a degree program may qualify under the Intern category instead. Your designated sponsor, not the host employer, determines which category applies based on your academic and professional background.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa, the employer or a separate organization?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as IIE, CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT. That organization issues your DS-2019 form, monitors your program compliance, and maintains legal responsibility for your exchange. Your host employer, the company where you work, signs a separate host agreement with the sponsor but is not the visa-issuing party. This distinction matters when evaluating any job offer.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 Strategic Finance Analysts?
Most employers don't label open finance roles as J-1-eligible in job postings because the sponsorship comes from a designated organization, not the company itself. Migrate Mate surfaces Strategic Finance Analyst positions at U.S. employers who are open to J-1 placement, letting you filter by role and target hosts who already understand the training agreement process.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement affect Strategic Finance Analyst J-1 participants?
It can. The requirement applies if your J-1 program is government-funded, if your home country appears on the DOS exchange visitor skills list for finance-related fields, or if your host employer is a U.S. government agency. If triggered, you must return to your home country for two years before applying for H-1B, L-1, or immigrant visa status. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before signing any host agreement.
Can I extend my J-1 program or change host employers mid-program?
Extensions are possible if your designated sponsor approves and your host employer documents a continued training need, but the total Trainee program cannot exceed 18 months for finance-related fields. Changing host employers mid-program requires your sponsor to issue an amended DS-2019 and a new host agreement. Starting this process takes time, so notify your sponsor as early as possible if your placement changes.
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