Risk Management Intern

JOB DESCRIPTION

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 support

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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.