Corporate Intern (Risk Analytics & Innovation) Hybrid Schedule

Atlantic Union Bank’s Summer Internship program is a professional development opportunity for local students, giving them the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in several risk disciplines. The Risk Analytics & Innovation Internship is a professional development opportunity designed for students interested in learning how data, analytics, and technology support effective risk management in a financial institution. Interns will gain hands‑on experience contributing to initiatives that strengthen the Bank’s risk posture, enhance risk reporting and monitoring, and support the ongoing evolution of risk programs.

Throughout the internship, students will participate in activities across the Enterprise Risk Division, gaining exposure to multiple risk disciplines while developing analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills. Interns will receive mentorship, training, and opportunities to build professional networks as they prepare for future careers in financial services.

This role functions as an entry‑level Risk Data Analyst support role. Under guidance from risk leadership, the intern will help gather data, support analysis, assist with reporting, and participate in departmental projects across the Bank’s Risk Division.

Position Accountabilities

Interns will participate in a broad range of activities across Enterprise Risk, including:

Risk Analytics & Innovation Support

• Assisting with data gathering, validation, and basic analysis
• Supporting updates to dashboards, reports, or monitoring tools
• Helping with document processes, metrics, and data sources
• Contributing to automation or workflow‑improvement tasks (if skills allow)
• Supporting modeling activities, such as preparing datasets, running simple analytics routines, or helping evaluate basic trends that inform risk models

Exposure to Enterprise Risk Programs

Interns will gain exposure to key program areas across the Enterprise Risk Division, including:

• Risk Governance – learning how policies, committees, and risk frameworks support consistent risk management
• Financial Risk Management – observing how credit, market, and liquidity risks are monitored and reported
• Operational Risk Management – supporting activities related to issues management, control assessments, and risk indicators
• Enterprise Fraud – gaining insight into fraud monitoring, detection practices, and fraud risk controls
• AML/BSA (Anti–Money Laundering / Bank Secrecy Act) – supporting AML/BSA compliance activities, monitoring processes, and regulatory reporting workflows

The intern may also assist with ad‑hoc projects tied to risk analytics, process improvement, or data quality initiatives.

Organizational Relationship

This position reports to the Manager of Enterprise Risk Management - Governance and has a hybrid residency.

Position Qualifications

Education, Experience, and Position Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Currently working on degree in Statistics, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a similar degree
• Current enrollment in an accredited college or university is required, and Students must be undergraduates entering their junior or senior year or currently pursuing a graduate level degree
• Must be available to work a 40-hour week, Monday through Friday
• Must submit a resume and cover letter highlighting accomplishments, professional and academic goals, and expectations of this internship position
• Submission of transcripts and two professional or academic references

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong analytical and critical‑thinking abilities
• Interest in risk management, data, or financial services
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with guidance and within team settings
• Customer‑service mindset and professional demeanor
• Familiarity with Excel; exposure to tools like SQL, Python, or Power BI is a plus

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  We maintain a drug-free workplace.

Compensation will be $20.00 hourly. 
No relocation/housing provided.
Local candidates strongly preferred.