Operational Risk Summer Intern

Being an intern is an incredible opportunity to gain real-life work experience, build professional skills and establish connections. Rockland Trust feels that internships should include meaningful work. As a valued team member, interns are immersed in real projects that make a tangible impact, allowing them to apply their academic knowledge while developing critical professional skills. With the chance to collaborate across departments, interns at Rockland Trust can expand their network and gain valuable insights into their chosen field. Additionally, Rockland Trust fosters a supportive and caring culture encouraging interns to grow and find their path. We have witnessed many stories of interns building long-lasting careers at the Bank.

The Operational Risk Summer Internship offers an opportunity to gain practical experience in Operational Risk Management (ORM) within the financial services industry. This position will work alongside the Second Line of Defense ORM team, engaging with First Line partners to understand business operations, analyze risks and controls, evaluate the root cause of issues, and contribute to Second Line risk management initiatives. This position will engage with multiple foundational Operational Risk programs, including but not limited to, Issues and Incident Management, Fraud Risk Management, Third-Party Risk Management and Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA).

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in team meetings to understand the requirements of various ORM programs
• Execute ad hoc reporting for key stakeholders
• Assist in the production and review of Operational Risk materials for committees and working groups
• Help develop and support short-term second line risk projects
• Assist in the creation of supporting program documents (procedures and user guides)

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at a university or college majoring in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting or a related business field
• Rising junior or rising senior (highly preferred)
• Self-directed and self-motivated with experience providing ideas and solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Expertise in delivering high quality work products with an attention to detail
• Ability to work in Microsoft Office products (Excel, PowerPoint); advanced Excel skill a plus

Our goal is to offer our colleagues the most generous benefits package possible. We strive to provide colleagues with a comprehensive benefits package and an environment that supports a healthy work-life balance.

At Rockland Trust you'll find a respectful and inclusive environment where everyone is given the chance to succeed. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.