2026 Underwriting & Risk Summer Internship Program

UWM•Pontiac, MI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

UWM's 12-week internship program offers an immersive experience with over 200 interns, job shadowing, access to senior leaders, and extensive networking opportunities. Experience our one-of-a-kind workplace that thrives on collaboration, teamwork, and innovation. This internship is designed to give you a running start, not one that has you running errands. The Underwriting Summer Internship Program at UWM provides a valuable opportunity for students interested in the financial and mortgage industry to gain practical experience in mortgage underwriting. Interns will work closely with UWM's underwriting team, learning the intricacies of assessing loan applications and gaining valuable insight into the decision-making process. The Risk Team Summer Internship Program at UWM will allow interns to assist the Risk Management team in identifying, assessing, and mitigating various risks associated with UWM's operations. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in risk analysis, compliance, and operational assessments within the mortgage industry.

Requirements

Graduating with a bachelor’s degree in 2026 or 2027 (current junior/senior status)
The ability to work Monday thru Friday, 40-hours a week, fully on-site in Pontiac, MI from May 18th - August 7th
An openness to learning, willingness to be coached, and ability to be flexible in our every-changing industry
Ability to thrive in a team environment
A strong work ethic
A drive to succeed

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other products within Microsoft Suite.
Background in statistics, auditing, or accounting.
Strong passion for training and development, both at an individual and business level.
Familiarity with the capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI) tools.
Currently enrolled in a degree program related to Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a similar field

Responsibilities

Analyzing targeted data and providing actionable insights to benefit the business.
Supporting the Underwriting Training team with various tasks and data-based projects.
Developing and enhancing training materials for the Underwriting team.
Conducting comprehensive risk analysis of loans through peer-to-peer audits and reviews.
Preparing and presenting detailed reports to Senior Leadership.
Examining hiring trends to identify patterns in overall performance and metrics of underwriters.
Facilitating team-building and engagement activities to foster a fun, collaborative workplace.
Assist in conducting risk assessments and evaluations for various business operations and processes
Support the development and implementation of risk management policies and procedures
Conduct research on industry trends and best practices related to risk management
Help analyze data and prepare reports on risk exposures and mitigation strategies
Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions on risk management initiatives
Assist in monitoring compliance with risk policies and regulatory requirements
Perform other duties as assigned by members of the Risk team

Benefits

Paid volunteer hours
Paid training and career development
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
401k with employer match
Mortgage discount and area business discounts
Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon
Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
In-house Starbucks and Dunkin
Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi