Intern - Risk Management
Northwest Bank is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our Risk Management team for Summer 2026. This internship offers hands-on experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks within a dynamic banking environment. The intern will support various risk-related initiatives and contribute to the development of risk frameworks, reporting and analysis.
Essential Functions :
- Assist in the identification and assessment of risks across all of our risk pillars including credit, compliance, market, model, operational, reputational, strategic and treasury.
- Support the development and maintenance of risk registers, authoritative sources and control documentation.
- Assist to further enhance the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) program including developing and / or updating process maps and execution of testing, as assigned.
- Run various reports and analyze risk and control data to identify inconsistencies and / or anomalies.
- Help to oversee compliance with issues management policies and procedures.
- Perform quality assurance reviews to confirm risk management policies are applied consistently followed across each pillar.
- Participate in risk assessments and reviews, helping to gather and analyze data.
- Help prepare risk reports and dashboards for senior management and regulatory bodies.
- Conduct research on emerging risks, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support enterprise risk initiatives.
- Contribute to the enhancement of risk policies, procedures, and training materials.
What You'll Gain :
Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects.Practical experience in a regulated financial institution.Hands-on experience with risk frameworks and assessments.Networking and potential for future employment.Mentorship and career development supportQualifications :
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.Strong interest in regulatory compliance, risk management, or financial law.Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Archer GRC and Visio a plus.Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.