Intern - Enterprise Risk Management

Midland States Bank; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

401K with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Midland States Bank is offering an Enterprise Risk Management internship in St. Louis, MO for Summer 2027. The intern will support the Risk Management Department with risk documentation, reporting, and governance activities.

The role emphasizes collaboration across Risk and business partners, with a focus on continuous learning, attention to detail, and strong communication. Local residency and a 40-hour work week are required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Risk Management, Information Systems or related field.
• Must have completed at least 2 years of college coursework.
• Interest in banking, enterprise risk management, internal controls, audit or regulatory compliance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing enterprise process maps and risk and control documentation.
• Support operational risk assessments and analyze KRIs and risk data.
• Assist with enterprise risk reporting and governance documentation.

Skills

Excel

Team player

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Learning new software

Education

Finance/Accounting/Business/IS, 2 yrs

Tools

Excel

Teams

Job description

Intern - Enterprise Risk ManagementAt Midland States Bank, base salary is one component of our Total Rewards program. Exact compensation is determined by factors such as (but not limited to) education, skills, internal equity, and experience. This position offers additional compensation in the form of short-term incentives (i.e. bonus and/or commission) and may include long-term incentives (i.e. stock awards). Benefits for this role include comprehensive healthcare, well-being benefits, paid family leave as well as generous paid time off. Total Rewards also include banking perks, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K plan with company match and may include the opportunity to participate in our Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation plan. Incentives and benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.Intern - Enterprise Risk ManagementSt. Louis, MORate of Pay: $18 an hourAt Midland States Bank, we believe that when we can bring our whole selves to work each day, we become happier, more comfortable, more confident, and more excited to do great things for our customers, each other and our company. Were proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. At Midland, we recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you are looking for a place to grow, we encourage you to apply at Midland States Bank, because you belong here.Position SummaryThe Enterprise Risk Management Intern will provide assistance to the Enterprise Risk Management Department with recurring risk management responsibilities and special projects that support the Bank's operational risk framework, governance processes, and enterprise-wide risk reporting.Primary AccountabilitiesAssist with developing and updating enterprise process maps and risk and control documentation to strengthen the Bank's operational risk framework.Support operational risk assessments and assist with analyzing Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), operational risk events, and related risk data.Assist with enterprise risk reporting and governance documentation to support clear and consistent risk management practices.Contribute to special projects related to governance, third-party risk, business continuity, process improvement, and change management.Collaborate with Risk team members and business partners across the Bank to gain exposure to banking operations, internal controls, regulatory expectations, and enterprise risk management.Perform other duties as assigned.Maintain compliance with all applicable regulations including, but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).Position QualificationsEducation/Experience:The internship will run for Summer of 2027 beginning mid-May and ending early August.Able to work a 40-hour work week, Monday-Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.Must reside local to the St. Louis, MO area and report to the St. Louis office.Enrolled in a degree program with courses of study including Finance, Accounting, Business, Risk Management, Information Systems, or a related field at a college or university with at least 2 years completed.Works well in team environment.Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Teams.Demonstrates ability to learn and use new software and programs.Strong attention to detail and communication skills.Interest in banking, enterprise risk management, internal controls, audit, or regulatory compliance is preferred.Proficiency in using AI tools or chat models is preferred.Competencies:Business insightCultivates innovationDrives resultsMakes sound decisionsBeing a brand championCollaboratesCommunicates effectivelyCustomer focusBeing AuthenticEmotional IntelligenceSelf-developmentBeing flexible and adaptableIf you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Midland States Bank Human Resources at [e-mail] JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENTAt Midland States Bank, we believe that when we can bring our whole selves to work each day, we become happier, more comfortable, more confident and more excited to do great things for our customers, each other and our company. Were proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. At Midland, we recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you are looking for a place to grow, we encourage you to apply at Midland States Bank, because you belong here.If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Midland States Bank Human Resources at [e-mail] States Bank may use automated tools and artificial intelligence (AI) to assist with recruiting, screening, and hiring decisions. In accordance with the Illinois Human Rights Act (effective January 1, 2026), these tools are designed and monitored to be neutral and job-related, and must not be used in a way that discriminates against applicants or employees based on any protected characteristic.THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENTCompensation details: 18-18 Hourly WagePI7b80d51637d7-25404-41781032