Functions - Enterprise Services and Public Affairs, Full Time Associate, New York - USA, 2027

Job ID: 99501119296Posted: 2026-08-21Location: New York, New York, United StatesSalary: $60,000.00 - $145,000.00Category: Management Development Programs, Student and Grad ProgramsCompany: CitiYou’re the brains behind our work.Ready to bring your classroom knowledge into the boardroom? Citi is looking for Full-Time Associates to join our Enterprise Services and Public Affairs (ESPA) team in New York, NY. We believe success is built on continuous growth, and our programs are designed to equip you with the skills, training, and professional network needed to launch a long-term career. Citi offers significant opportunities for career growth and internal mobility.Citi's ESPA function plays a key role for the firm, working to enhance how our stakeholders perceive and experience Citi. ESPA has two core objectives: managing our reputation by engaging with our stakeholders and delivering great spaces and services to colleagues and clients. The ESPA teams supporting these objectives include:AviationColleague & Client ServicesCommunity Investing & DevelopmentCommunicationsEnterprise In-Business Reputation Risk ManagementESPA Chief Administrative OfficeESG & SustainabilityGovernment AffairsReal Estate ServicesWe provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed.To ensure you can make an immediate impact, all ESPA Associates participate in a comprehensive training program at the onset of the program. Your journey begins with a global Citi orientation, followed by intensive technical and professional skills training—including presentation, communication, and leadership development. This foundational training prepares you to contribute meaningfully from day one of your first rotation. The Program will also provide Associates with on-the-job training in their rotation placement.Your time here will look something like this.The ESPA program consists of two one-year rotations designed to provide both depth and breadth of experience. Depending on business needs and alignment with career interests, Associates may have the opportunity to rotate within the same ESPA team for a more focused career path. After completion of the 24-month program, Associates may be considered for permanent placement within ESPA. Rotations are designed to sharpen your skill set, enhance your analytical abilities, deepen your functional knowledge, and build your professional network and leadership capabilities. This process prepares you for future leadership opportunities at Citi. A successful tenure in the rotational program is a foundational step toward a rewarding career at the firm.Key aspects of the program include:Targeted Placements: Associates are placed in a specific role within one of our ESPA teams, with a primary focus on Communications and Real Estate Services.Value-Driven Work: Working closely with management teams, Associates will have the opportunity to add tangible value to Citi through various responsibilities such as media and reputation monitoring, content development, research and analysis, and project management.Accelerated Growth: The core goal of the rotational program is to expand your skills, deepen your understanding of the organization, and grow your professional network.We want to hear from you if…You have a genuine interest in the ESPA teams and are eager to learn and explore.You are pursuing an MBA or Master’s degree and will graduate between December 2026 and June 2027.You have 3-5 years of relevant full-time professional work experience.You have a strong academic record, with a preferred GPA of 3.3 or higher.You are legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application; Citi will not sponsor visa applications for this position.Who we think will be a great fit…We are looking for motivated, naturally curious, business-minded individuals who are eager to launch their careers. If you excel at problem-solving and enjoy brainstorming creative solutions, Citi is the perfect place for you.We are also looking for the following qualities:A genuine interest in communications, reputation management, stakeholder engagement, workplace strategy and experience, corporate real estate or related ESPA functions, and an eagerness to build expertise in these areas.Ability to think globally, creatively, curiously, and innovatively.Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact and influence across all organizational levels.Ability to present information in a clear, creative, and persuasive manner.A positive attitude and strong work ethic.Resiliency to work in a challenging, high-volume, and fast-paced environment.Ability to maintain a sense of urgency and execute tasks quickly and efficiently.Strong project management and digital communication skills developed through experience.Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to translate complex data and information into clear compelling communications.Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills.Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy and effective time management.Advanced MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skillsAbility to relocate domestically and/or globally (locations for full time program placements could vary across the US).Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work in high pressure deadline-driven environment.Annual Salary= $130,000------------------------------------------------------Job Family Group: Management Development Programs------------------------------------------------------Job Family:Training------------------------------------------------------Time Type:Full time------------------------------------------------------Primary Location:New York New York United States------------------------------------------------------Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:$60,000.00 - $145,000.00In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.------------------------------------------------------Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above.------------------------------------------------------Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.------------------------------------------------------Anticipated Posting Close Date:Aug 24, 2026------------------------------------------------------Automated Processing and AIWe use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.Importantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details.Illinois residents – AI Notice and Right------------------------------------------------------Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi.View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.