GRC Summer Intern: Risk, Compliance & Security Insights

wsfsbank; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

WSFS Bank invites ambitious college students to join its 2027 Summer Internship Program in Philadelphia. This paid 10-week internship offers meaningful project work, mentorship, executive exposure, and professional development across bank departments, including governance, risk and compliance.

Interns gain hands-on experience, work with industry professionals, and expand their professional network while contributing to real business initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Business-related or related college major is preferred.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have completed a minimum of one (1) full year of college by May 2027
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be available for in‑person and virtual interviews.
• Must be available for in person orientation with Human Resources.
• Ability to work up to 5 days on-site at a physical office location within the WSFS Bank footprint.
• Must be able to participate in this full‑time position (40 hours per week) within a continuous program, starting first week of June and ending early to mid‑August.
• Fundamental computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Must have critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Must have organizational skills and proven ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with risk assessments by identifying, analyzing, and evaluating potential risks, maintaining risk registers, and supporting mitigation strategies.
• Monitor compliance with information security regulations and standards through audits, reviews, and policy maintenance.
• Contribute to the design, testing, and remediation of internal security controls while providing support for GRC projects, including data analysis, reporting, documentation, presentations, and dashboard development.
• Collaborate with interns across lines of business and participate in mentorship and networking activities.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Business-related college major preferred

High school diploma or equivalent

One year of college by May 2027

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

WSFS Bank invites ambitious college students to join its 2027 Summer Internship Program in Philadelphia. This paid 10-week internship offers meaningful project work, mentorship, executive exposure, and professional development across bank departments, including governance, risk and compliance.

Interns gain hands-on experience, work with industry professionals, and expand their professional network while contributing to real business initiatives.