College Programs

Looking for a dynamic opportunity to work for an employer with one of the most recognized brands in US financial services?
Long to work on challenging projects where you can apply what you've learned to real-world challenges?
Enjoy learning from industry experts and having a dedicated mentor to help guide your career development?

Join the Discover Leadership Program. A dynamic training program with unique opportunities ranging from internships to rotational management positions for MBAs.

Discover Leadership Program
Campus Events Calendar
Benefits Overview
Internships
Undergraduate Opportunities
Master's Level Opportunities

The Discover Leadership Program The People.  The Projects.  The Possibilities.

An innovative program that provides participants with:

Challenging project assignments that support Discover's strategic priorities and objectives
A dedicated Program Manager to provide leadership continuity, ongoing performance feedback and coaching on career direction
Hand-selected Rotational and Internship Managers, identified for their business acumen and effectiveness in managing and developing people
Cross-functional knowledge, experience and contacts
Ongoing developmental training
An experienced and committed mentor
Access and exposure to our senior leadership team

Full time programs additionally provide:

A 3-week integrated training course that includes intensive industry and organizational knowledge, imparted through a combination of classroom training, business simulations and real-world projects
This program is recognized as a major corporate asset and receives direct support of DFS executives.
Program Tracks

Our program tracks include exciting opportunities for Interns and for those completing their Undergraduate or Graduate degrees (and/or PhDs), including:

Track Level Hiring Program Names
Analytics Masters/PhDs and Interns (one year into their Masters) ALP and AIP
Business Technology Interns (college juniors) BTIP
Finance MBAs FLP
Marketing Undergrads and Interns (college juniors) MLP and MIP
Operations MBAs and Undergrads SLP and OLP

*LP denotes Leadership Program; IP denotes Internship Program

Each functional program track allows you to immerse yourself in knowledge of that specialized area and provides broad-based company knowledge. Select the track that's right for you.

Desired Participants' Profile

We're looking for people who are:

Strategic-thinking
Strong problem-solvers
Team players
Superior in technical and quantitative skills
Effective project managers
Collaborative
Intellectually curious
Able to translate ideas into clear priorities

Who thrive in a culture that is:

A results-driven, team-oriented environment
An industry-leader for innovation and rewards

If you possess these attributes and are interested in a unique, exciting career opportunity, apply today by clicking on the link for the program track you're interested in above.

Discover Leadership Program.
The challenges and the rewards start when you do.
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Internships
DLP Internship Programs
Analytics Internship Program
Business Technology Internship Program
Marketing Internship Program
Other Internship Opportunities
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Payments
Undergraduate Opportunities
DLP
Marketing Leadership Program
Operations Leadership Program
Other Opportunities:
Please search for other available openings under your area of interest to assess current opportunities.
Masters Level Opportunities
DLP
Analytics Leadership Program
Finance Leadership Program
Strategic Leadership Program
Other Opportunities:
Please search for other available openings under your area of interest to assess current opportunities.
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Campus Events Calendar
College Recruiting Fall 2011 Calendar
Date School Program Event Time Location
August
30 Illinois State University BT Fall Internship Fair 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Bone Student Center
September
8 University of Notre Dame OLP Fall Career Expo 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
EST
Joyce Center
8 Indiana University
(Kelley)
OLP Finance Career Fair 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Alumni Hall, IMU
8 University of Notre
Dame (Mendoza)
SLP Fall Career Expo 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
EST
Joyce Center
13 Illinois State University BT ITK/BIS Networking & Career Fair Event 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Bone Student Center
14 University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign MIP/OLP Fall Business Career Fair 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Activities and Recreation Center
14 DePaul University IAIP/ASIP Meet the Firms Career Fair 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Chicago Marriott Downtown
14 Loyola University ASIP Accounting Job Fair 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Kasbeer Hall - 15th Floor
15 University of Wisconsin, Madison OLP/MIP Fall Career and Internship Fair 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm Kohl Center
19 University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign MIP/OLP Networking Event 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm BIF 2001
20 Northwestern University (Kellogg) FLP/SLP 2nd Year Multi-Industry Kellogg Networking Night 5:15 pm - 7:15 pm Jacobs Atrium, Evanston Campus
20 Indiana University BT Informatics and Computer Science Career Fair 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Alumni Hall
20 University of Notre Dame (Mendoza) SLP LDP Night 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ND Campus
20 University of Chicago (Booth) SLP/FLP Industry Immersion Day (First Year MBA's) 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Hyde Park Campus
20 Indiana University (Kelley) SLP General Management Career Night 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm CEEG Forum
20 University of Arizona OLP Fall Career Day 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm U of Arizona Campus
21 Indiana University OLP/MIP Career Development Fair 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Alumni Hall, IMU
22 Indiana University (Kelley) MIP Marketing Career Fair 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Alumni Hall, IMU
22 Bradley University BT/IAIP Fall Internship and Career Fair 11:00 am - 3:30 pm Renaissance Col
23 University of Michigan (Ross) SLP/FLP/OLP Meet the Companies 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm U of Michigan Campus
26 University of Michigan (Engineering) LLP SWE Conference 8:00 am - 4:00 pm U of Michigan Campus
26 University of Chicago (Booth) FLP Finance Corporate Networking Night (2nd Year students) 4:45 pm - 7:00 pm Hyde Park Campus
27 University of Chicago (Booth) SLP Strategy/General Management Corporate Networking Night (2nd Year students) 4:45 pm - 7:00 pm Hyde Park Campus
27 University of Delaware OLP Job Jamboree 11:00 am - 4:30 pm U of Delaware Campis
27 Northwestern University MIP/OLP Fall Internship and Job Fair 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Norris University Center
27 Northwestern University (Kellogg) FLP Atrium Hours 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Evanston campus
27 Indiana University MIP/OLP Info Night 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Kelley - BU rm 201
29 Northwestern University MIP Info Night 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Seabury Hall 232
October
3 University of Chicago OLP Fall Career and Internship Fair 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Hyde Park Campus
3 Ohio State University OLP Fisher Fall Career Fair 10:30 am - 4:30 pm Ohio Union Ballroom and Performance Hall
3 University of Notre Dame (Mendoza) SLP Company Presentation TBD ND Campus
4 University of Utah BT Science and Engineering Career Fair 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Union Ballroom
4 Michigan State University AIP Engineering School - Dean's Mix & Mingle 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Kellogg Center
5 Illinois State University BT Fall Career Fair 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Redbird Arena
5 Michigan State University AIP Engineering School Career Fair 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Breslin Center
6 Michigan State University MIP General Career Fair 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Breslin Center
7 DePaul University MIP/AIP/OLP/BT Fall Job and Internship Fair 11:00 am - 3:00 pm LPC Student Center
12 Indiana University MIP Mock Interviews for WIB 6:00 pm - 3:00 pm Kelley Business School
13 Indiana University MIP On-Campus Interviews 8:00 am - 5:00 pm IU Campus
13 University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign MIP On-Campus Interviews 8:00 am - 5:00 pm BIF 1041
13 Northwestern University MIP On-Campus Interviews 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Evanston Campus
14 Indiana University MIP On-Campus Interviews 8:00 am - 3:00 pm IU Campus
14 N/A BT Candidates Day #1 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Discover Campus
18 Northern Illinois University BT/IAIP Fall Internship Fair 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Convocation Center
21 University of Michigan OLP On-Campus Interviews 8:00 am - 5:00 pm U of Michigan Campus
21 University of Delaware OLP On-Campus Interviews 8:00 am - 5:00 pm U of Delaware Campus
21 Ohio State University OLP On-Campus Interviews 8:00 am - 5:00 pm OSU Campus
21 Indiana University OLP On-Campus Interviews 8:00 am - 5:00 pm IU Campus
28 University of Notre Dame OLP On-Campus Interviews 8:00 am - 5:00 pm ND Campus
28 University of Chicago OLP On-Campus Interviews 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Hyde Park Campus
November
1 University of Michigan (Ross) SLP/FLP On-Campus Interviews 8:00 am - 5:00 pm U of Michigan Campus
3 Michigan State University MIP/AIP On-Campus Interviews 8:30 am - 5:00 pm MSU Campus
4 DePaul University MIP Marketing & Sales Internship Fair 11:00 am - 3:00 pm LPC Student Center
4 University of Chicago (Booth) SLP/FLP On-Campus Interviews 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Hyde Park Campus
4 Indiana University (Kelley) SLP On-Campus Interviews 8:00 am - 5:00 pm IU Campus -Kelley
4 University of Notre Dame (Mendoza) SLP On-Campus Interviews 8:00 am - 5:00 pm ND Campus
4 N/A BT Candidates Day #2 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Discover Campus
7 Northwestern University (Kellogg) SLP/FLP On-Campus Interviews 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Evanston Campus
7 Northwestern University (Kellogg) SLP Company Presentation to 1st Years 5:15 pm - 7:15 pm Jacobs 165, Evanston Campus
11 DePaul University MIP On-Campus Interviews 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Loop Campus
Benefits Overview The Values. The Culture. The Benefits.

Innovation, simplicity, collaboration. Openness, volunteerism, enthusiasm. Doing the right thing and treating one another with respect. These are the values that guide our actions, and the principles that define the difference we're making in the lives of both our customers and our employees. Our inclusive culture is reflected in these values, the importance we place on honoring and respecting the diversity of people, their ideas and work styles, and our focus on company, thought, results and people leadership.

Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, including comprehensive training and development plans, a competitive Paid Time Off bank, tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, work/life balance, and numerous amenities, such as our full-service cafeteria and state-of-the-art fitness center, located within our beautiful Riverwoods, IL setting.

Please visit Why Choose Discover for complete information.

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