Strategy Intern at Plaid

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

AI, Technology, SaaSIndustries

Requirements

MBA from a top business school (Stanford, Wharton, Harvard, etc.)
Approximately 1-3 years of experience in corporate development, strategy, venture capital, or top-tier management consulting, with a strong focus on SaaS and technology sectors
Strategic Thinking: Proven ability to structure complex problems, derive data-driven insights, and translate them into actionable business strategies
Communication & Influence: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders across global functions

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive market assessments across U.S. vertical SaaS segments, including analysis of customer pain points, competitive dynamics, and AI adoption trends
Develop data-driven strategic recommendations to inform product positioning, market entry, and long-term growth priorities
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Product, Developer Platform, and Go-to-Market teams, to ensure strategic alignment and operational execution
Prepare executive-level reports and presentations summarizing market insights and strategic implications
Identify, evaluate, and structure strategic partnerships with developers, solution providers, and enterprise prospects to accelerate local ecosystem growth
Conduct on-ground studies and engagement initiatives to validate market hypotheses and build trusted relationships with key ecosystem players
Define partnership frameworks, support negotiation processes, and oversee implementation in coordination with internal teams
Contribute to the development of investment and co-innovation programs that strengthen Plaud’s presence in target verticals
Establish ongoing market intelligence processes to monitor industry trends, competitor activities, regulatory changes, and emerging AI-driven applications
Translate external insights and customer feedback into actionable inputs for Product, Engineering, and Executive teams
Serve as the strategic interface between global headquarters and the U.S. market, ensuring consistency between corporate strategy and regional execution
Support leadership in evaluating strategic initiatives, M&A opportunities, and partnership proposals through rigorous analytical frameworks

Skills

Market Research

Strategic Planning

SaaS Analysis

Competitive Analysis

AI Adoption Trends

Data Analysis

Product Positioning

Stakeholder Collaboration

Plaid

Connects financial accounts to apps securely

About Plaid

Plaid simplifies financial data management for individuals and businesses by connecting various financial accounts to apps and services. Its main product is a set of APIs that allow developers to integrate financial data into their applications, enabling users to track spending, initiate payments, and access financial services all in one place. Plaid serves a wide range of clients, including app developers and financial institutions, and is used by popular apps like LendingTree and Square. Unlike many competitors, Plaid focuses on providing a comprehensive and scalable platform that supports various financial use cases, such as transactions and identity verification. The company's goal is to enhance the way users interact with their financial data, making it easier and more secure.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$714.3MTotal Funding

SERIES_DCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

We've got you covered: From medical, life, and 401ks, we’re here to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

Everyone is an owner: We want everyone to feel ownership over their work - literally, which is why we offer equity to full-time Plaids.

Vacation your way: We want to make sure you have time to meet your personal needs with unlimited PTO and two weeks of synchronous, company-wide vacation.

Grow your skills: Every Plaid is in control of their career development with our learning stipends, tools, and trainings.

Risks

Increased competition from API-based banking solutions like FIS's Code Connect platform.

Potential legal challenges, such as PNC's lawsuit over trademark issues.

Demand for enhanced transparency and security in financial data sharing.

Differentiation

Plaid offers seamless financial data integration through robust APIs for diverse clients.

Plaid's Pay by Bank for Bill Pay provides a cost-effective recurring payment solution.

Plaid's strategic partnerships enhance its value proposition in payroll and payment sectors.

Upsides

Plaid's expansion into the Triangle area indicates growth and increased hiring potential.

Partnership with Dwolla enhances Plaid's presence in the secure payments sector.

Collaboration with Ansa expands market reach through pay-by-bank capabilities for merchants.

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