Program Development Manager Internships
Program development manager internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working program development managers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Fintech, Electronics & Hardware, and Banking & Financial Services, with Pentair, AT&T, and Walmart among the employers posting roles now.
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Position Summary...
What you'll do...
The OpportunityEndless opportunities abound at Walmart to jump start your post-college career via the summer internship in the Accounting & Finance Development Program (AFDP). We are searching for exceptional students with leadership potential for our highly developmental internship that has the opportunity to result in a full-time position in our rigorous two-year rotational program upon graduation. Each year, only the top candidates are selected to receive an invitation to join the AFDP and launch their career in an accelerated development program that places their career on a fast track at the world’s largest retailer. The AFDP has two distinct tracks:
- Finance & Strategy Track: As an intern, finance track participants will be placed in a Commercial Finance team supporting areas such as Strategy, Operations, Merchandising, Supply Chain, Marketing, Real Estate, and Forecasting, Planning & Analysis (FP&A). Full-time AFDPs will complete at least three of four 6-month rotations within the Commercial Finance organization with the option to complete one 6-month rotation within Controllership or Audit.
- Accounting Track: As an intern, accounting track participants will be placed in a Controllership or Audit team. Full-time AFDP participants will complete two 6-month rotations in Controllership and two 6-month rotations in Audit. Controllership areas include GCO (External Reporting, GIC, Consolidation) and Segment (International, Walmart US, Sam’s Club or Corporate).
The Internship
During the fast-paced 10-week internship, you will work on challenging and innovative, strategically relevant projects that drive our business forward and create value for our customers. You will also be immersed directly into the regular activities for one of our Commercial Finance, or Controllership, or Audit teams supporting various areas of the organization, including Strategy, Operations, Merchandising, Treasury, Controller’s Office, Audit, Supply Chain, Marketing, Real Estate, and Forecasting, Planning & Analysis (FP&A) in one of our business segments: Walmart US, Sam’s Club, International, or Corporate. Through on-the-job experience, you will gain broad finance and/or accounting experience and take ownership of a project while working in a dynamic team environment. Throughout your internship, you will present to executive leadership and participate in case study workshops/competitions. Ultimately, we will invest in you to grow your skills as a finance professional: critical thinking, learning the business, exposure to today’s top executives, and mentoring all while having FUN! Successful completion of the internship program provides a direct opportunity to secure placement in the full-time program.
The Experience
There is no substitute for feet-on-the-ground experience:
- You will experience culture-in-action by participating in the Walmart Annual Shareholders’ Meeting and other events with Walmart associates from around the world.
- You’ll also benefit from leadership development, professional mentorship, and technical training.
- Finance and accounting interns have exclusive exposure to the senior Walmart leaders, including CEO/CFO-level executives. Life-long relationships will be developed with other interns through company-wide events sponsored by the Corporate Intern Program and the AFDP Program Office. i.e. Community Volunteering, Distribution Center Tours, Store Tours, Community Events and our annual intern softball game against the executives. These activities allow you to learn more about Walmart and socialize with interns from across the company.
The Requirements
- Students pursuing a BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Business, Strategy or other business-related fields will be considered (3.0 GPA or higher preferred). Graduating in December 2027 or May 2028.
All internship placements will be based in Bentonville
All internships are paid, with housing and relocation benefits provided.
A successful candidate will not require sponsorship from Walmart for authorization to work now or in the future.
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet!
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The hourly wage range for this position is $21.00 - $40.00* *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.
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Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Primary Location...
703 Associate Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.Position Summary...
What you'll do...
The OpportunityEndless opportunities abound at Walmart to jump start your post-college career via the summer internship in the Accounting & Finance Development Program (AFDP). We are searching for exceptional students with leadership potential for our highly developmental internship that has the opportunity to result in a full-time position in our rigorous two-year rotational program upon graduation. Each year, only the top candidates are selected to receive an invitation to join the AFDP and launch their career in an accelerated development program that places their career on a fast track at the world’s largest retailer. The AFDP has two distinct tracks:
- Finance & Strategy Track: As an intern, finance track participants will be placed in a Commercial Finance team supporting areas such as Strategy, Operations, Merchandising, Supply Chain, Marketing, Real Estate, and Forecasting, Planning & Analysis (FP&A). Full-time AFDPs will complete at least three of four 6-month rotations within the Commercial Finance organization with the option to complete one 6-month rotation within Controllership or Audit.
- Accounting Track: As an intern, accounting track participants will be placed in a Controllership or Audit team. Full-time AFDP participants will complete two 6-month rotations in Controllership and two 6-month rotations in Audit. Controllership areas include GCO (External Reporting, GIC, Consolidation) and Segment (International, Walmart US, Sam’s Club or Corporate).
The Internship
During the fast-paced 10-week internship, you will work on challenging and innovative, strategically relevant projects that drive our business forward and create value for our customers. You will also be immersed directly into the regular activities for one of our Commercial Finance, or Controllership, or Audit teams supporting various areas of the organization, including Strategy, Operations, Merchandising, Treasury, Controller’s Office, Audit, Supply Chain, Marketing, Real Estate, and Forecasting, Planning & Analysis (FP&A) in one of our business segments: Walmart US, Sam’s Club, International, or Corporate. Through on-the-job experience, you will gain broad finance and/or accounting experience and take ownership of a project while working in a dynamic team environment. Throughout your internship, you will present to executive leadership and participate in case study workshops/competitions. Ultimately, we will invest in you to grow your skills as a finance professional: critical thinking, learning the business, exposure to today’s top executives, and mentoring all while having FUN! Successful completion of the internship program provides a direct opportunity to secure placement in the full-time program.
The Experience
There is no substitute for feet-on-the-ground experience:
- You will experience culture-in-action by participating in the Walmart Annual Shareholders’ Meeting and other events with Walmart associates from around the world.
- You’ll also benefit from leadership development, professional mentorship, and technical training.
- Finance and accounting interns have exclusive exposure to the senior Walmart leaders, including CEO/CFO-level executives. Life-long relationships will be developed with other interns through company-wide events sponsored by the Corporate Intern Program and the AFDP Program Office. i.e. Community Volunteering, Distribution Center Tours, Store Tours, Community Events and our annual intern softball game against the executives. These activities allow you to learn more about Walmart and socialize with interns from across the company.
The Requirements
- Students pursuing a BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Business, Strategy or other business-related fields will be considered (3.0 GPA or higher preferred). Graduating in December 2027 or May 2028.
All internship placements will be based in Bentonville
All internships are paid, with housing and relocation benefits provided.
A successful candidate will not require sponsorship from Walmart for authorization to work now or in the future.
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet!
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The hourly wage range for this position is $21.00 - $40.00* *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.
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Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Primary Location...
703 Associate Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.Program Development Manager Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Fintech
- Electronics & Hardware
- Banking & Financial Services
- Investment & Asset Management
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
Tips for Your Program Development Manager Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer cohorts
Large employers open program development manager internship applications as early as August or September for the following summer. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to their start dates. Check listings consistently across the full academic year rather than waiting for a single recruiting window to open.
Build proof before you need a resume
Intern hiring teams for program development manager roles want evidence, not a long work history. Document two or three program or process-improvement projects with the tools you used, the scope you managed, and outcomes you can point to, whether that's a published case study, a process map, or a program plan you can share.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and your professors and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside that campus activity so you reach programs that don't recruit on campus at all.
Practice the program development manager intern screen out loud
Intern interviews for this role typically involve case-style conversations around program design, stakeholder management, or process problem-solving. Practice walking through your reasoning aloud, not just arriving at an answer, because interviewers weigh how you structure a problem as much as the conclusion you reach.
Target structured rotational and cohort programs early
Many larger organizations run dedicated program development manager pipelines, including rotational internships that move you across two or more business units. These programs are built to train people new to the field, recruit early in the academic year, and fill fast, so identify the ones that fit your background and get your application in during the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 25% of the program development manager internships listed here. Decide what location and work arrangement you can commit to before you search, then filter by work type on Migrate Mate so you spend your time on roles you can actually take rather than sorting through ones that don't fit.
Program Development Manager Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a program development manager internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since intern hiring teams expect limited experience. Build a portfolio of documented program initiatives or process-improvement case studies that give recruiters something concrete to assess. Apply directly to companies posting openings and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet face to face.
Can a program development manager internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for program development manager interns is consistent performance on real project work, available headcount on the team at offer time, and whether you express interest before the return-offer window closes. Position for it by delivering results, but don't count on it when evaluating the opportunity.
When should I apply for program development manager internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers open summer intern applications the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller companies, nonprofits, and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly rather than waiting for a single hiring season.
Are program development manager internships paid?
Most professional program development manager internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and some positions also include housing stipends or relocation support. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it so you can compare offers without guessing.
What should a program development manager internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Feature two or three complete, documented program or project initiatives, naming the tools, frameworks, or methodologies you used and linking to case studies, process maps, or published outcomes where possible. Add relevant coursework in project management, organizational development, or operations, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote program development manager internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 75% of the program development manager internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants from across the country, so apply early and use the work-type filter to see them without sorting through roles that don't fit your situation.
What is a rotational program development manager internship?
Rotational internship programs place interns in two or more business units or program areas over the internship term, giving exposure to how different parts of an organization design and manage initiatives. They're common at larger companies building a pipeline of future program managers, recruit early in the academic year, and are competitive, so identify the programs that fit your background and apply in the first wave.
Can international students get program development manager internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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