IntermediateBusiness trackDE-CP-35

SEPA Instant & PSD2 Open-Banking Reconciliation Service

Internship role: Werkstudent:in Payments Engineering. Pull account transactions from a PSD2 sandbox, reconcile against invoices and flag exceptions; measured by auto-match rate.

10 Guided Steps480h Internship TierSubmit: GitHub repo or evidence pack + live demo / report + README + milestone logbookVerified CertificateAI Rubric Graded

Program Overview

Internship role: Werkstudent:in Payments Engineering. Pull account transactions from a PSD2 sandbox, reconcile against invoices and flag exceptions; measured by auto-match rate.

What you submit

GitHub repo or evidence pack + live demo / report + README + milestone logbook

Stack: Java or TypeScript, PSD2 XS2A sandbox, PostgreSQL, Docker

How it is graded

Problem framing15
The business question, decision owner and success measure are stated in two or three sentences.
Data & method25
Sources are named, data is cleaned and explained, and the method fits the question.
Analysis & model25
The model or analysis is correct, assumptions are on their own sheet, and sensitivity is tested.
Recommendation20
A clear recommendation with numbers, risks and the next step, not just a list of findings.
Deck & communication15
A short deck or memo a manager could read in five minutes.

Pass 60% · Merit 75% · Distinction 90%

Learning Outcomes

480-hour Germany programme. SEPA Instant becomes mandatory for euro-area banks in 2025–26, and reconciliation is the first fintech task given to interns.

Target Audience

Engineering Students

Diploma, B.Tech, B.E., BCA, MCA, or M.Tech students seeking practical experience.

Aspiring Developers

Developers who want to build proof-of-work capstone projects for tech resumes.

Job Seekers

Graduates looking for AI-evaluated code review & verified industry credentials.