Summer Associate Internship (Enterprise Risk - Data Risk Governance)

Navy Federal Credit Union - Vienna, VA

Full-time - Intern

Vienna, VA

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

The Summer Associate position within Navy Federal's Enterprise Risk - Data Risk Governance team offers an opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in data governance best practices and oversight activities. This 12-week internship program, running from May to August 2025, focuses on enhancing data quality and trust through effective governance, compliance, and risk management. Summer Associates will engage in impactful projects that contribute to the development and maturity of the Enterprise Data Governance framework, while also fostering a strong data risk culture within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Research emerging data risks and best practices in data governance risk management tools and capabilities.
• Perform operational support for the Data Risk Governance program, including managing stakeholder intake requests and reporting on workflow tracking execution.
• Identify areas for process improvement and provide inputs to key performance indicators and metrics.
• Support Data Risk Governance stakeholder training, engagement, and communications planning.
• Provide day-to-day operational support and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree (BS or MS preferred).
• Preferred coursework in data science, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, business analytics/intelligence, or decision-science.
• Experience using data and analytic tools such as Excel, Tableau, and PowerBI; exposure to data governance tools like Databricks, Collibra, or Alation is desirable.
• Exposure to data science and analysis programming (e.g., Python, SQL, R) is a plus.
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Exposure to data governance tools and capabilities.
• Experience with data science and analysis programming languages.

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay
• Generous benefits and perks
• Recognition as one of the best companies for various demographics and career stages
• Hybrid workplace flexibility