2026 Corporate Summer Internship Program - Wealth Management, Planning & Trust Services Group (New York City)
About The Position
Overview: Summer Interns complete a 10 week internship centered around professional development, career growth and building the necessary skills to succeed. Summer Interns participate in projects and department initiatives that accelerate career growth and play an important role in building the future of the Bank. As an Intern, you will gain exposure to other departments through guest speakers and industry leaders and a built-in network with peers as well as priority consideration for full time opportunities throughout the Bank. Department Description: Wilmington Trust is a nationally recognized leader in fiduciary services. Wealth Management Trust Services is entrusted to administer generations of family wealth within personal trusts on behalf of M&T Bank, Wilmington Trust, NA, and Wilmington Trust Company as trustee. Individual Trust Officers, working in accordance with Wilmington Trust’s policies and procedures, are an integral part of Wilmington Trust’s heritage of fiduciary responsibility. Primary Responsibilities: Complete duties and responsibilities of an entry-level professional nature specific to assigned area of the Bank. Ensure activities adhere to established internal policies and external regulations as applicable. Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management. Design, implement, maintain and enhance internal controls to mitigate risk on an ongoing basis. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management. Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand. Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable. Complete other related duties as assigned. Scope of Responsibilities: The jobholder works under immediate supervision. Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: Not Applicable
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
- Minimum Cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Work Visa Sponsorship not offered for this role
Nice To Haves
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated computer skills
- Proven analytical skills
- Proven critical thinking skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Detail-oriented
Responsibilities
- Complete duties and responsibilities of an entry-level professional nature specific to assigned area of the Bank.
- Ensure activities adhere to established internal policies and external regulations as applicable.
- Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite.
- Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
- Design, implement, maintain and enhance internal controls to mitigate risk on an ongoing basis.
- Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
- Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
- Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
- Complete other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
