Visa Leadership Associate Program (VLA), New College Graduate Rotational Program - 2026 - San Francisco, CA

Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose – to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.

Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience Life at Visa.

We will be accepting applications for this position from 9/10/2025 - 9/15/2025.

Job Description

Our Leadership Associate Program offers a unique development experience that enables high potential, early career talent, to build the broad capabilities and necessary experience to pursue a career as a future commercial leader at Visa.

Our world-class programming will allow participants to build their network, understand our business, obtain a global mindset and acquire new skills, on their journey to becoming the next generation of Visa leaders.

Rotational Assignments: 

• You’ll experience four six-month distinct rotational assignments over two years, while on the program
• These rotations are shaped around four core competencies that we’ve identified as essential components of the future leader toolkit; Working with Clients, Product Development, Financial and Data Acumen and Strategic Thinking
• You’ll have the ability to choose from a range of assignments within these four competencies across functions including Marketing, Fintech Partnerships, Product Management, Sales, Social Impact and many more!

Training and Development: 

• Every six months you’ll enjoy a full week of classroom-based training with your entire cohort from around the US. Each of our development weeks is themed around our organization’s leadership principles aimed at providing practical and applicable skills such as data analysis and visualization, influence and persuasion, executive presence, design thinking, project management and much more.
• You’ll also hear directly from Visa leaders, subject matter experts and program alumni as part of an ongoing effort to build foundation payment industry knowledge 
• You’ll be assigned a mentor during the program that will help to build your network, set realistic yet challenging goals and offer career advice.

Remember, at Visa, we see our employees as our most valuable asset, and we are excited to support and witness your growth within our organization. 

We are hiring for the Visa Leadership Associate Program in the Bay Area; rotations may be placed in our San Francisco or Foster City offices.

Qualifications

Basic

Qualifications

• Less than 6 months of relevant work experience with either Bachelor's or Master's degree graduating May 2025 - August 2026
• Must be available to start working August/September 2026 – no early or late start dates to ensure a common onboarding experience and development opportunities 

Preferred

Qualifications

• All majors are welcome to apply (common majors: Business Administration, Management Information Systems, International Business, Management, Finance)
• Excellent analytical abilities and proficiency in data analysis tools and software (For example: Excel, Tableau, SQL, etc.)
• Strong communications skills, specifically, the absence of repeated grammatical or typographical errors, clear and concise written and spoken communications, and communications that demonstrate professional judgment.
• Familiarity, experience, and interest in GenAI
• The ability to take on challenges and address problems head-on
• Strong ability to collaborate
• Highly driven, resourceful and results oriented
• Good team player and excellent interpersonal skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead and navigate through ambiguity

Additional Information

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is $95,000, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.

Work Authorization: Permanent Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment for this position. Visa will not sponsor applicants for work visas in connection with this position. Future sponsorship will not be considered.

Work Hours:  Varies upon the needs of the department

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.

Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.