Ethics & Compliance Intern - Summer 2027 - Franklin, TN

Nissan • Franklin, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Global Compliance Office is responsible for Nissan's ethics, compliance, and privacy programs. Our team partners with functions across the company to promote ethical decision-making, support regulatory compliance, protect personal data, and help manage business risks. As an intern, you will gain exposure to a broad range of compliance and privacy activities, including training and communications, risk assessments, investigations, policy management, third-party risk management, data privacy, and program governance while collaborating with stakeholders across Nissan's global organization.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Business, Business Administration, Risk Management, Ethics & Compliance, Legal Studies, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Students entering their Junior, Senior year at the start of the upcoming academic term.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-starter mindset with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently while seeking guidance when needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Interest in compliance, ethics, privacy, risk management, and corporate governance.
• GPA of 3.0 or above (Candidates will be required to provide an official or unofficial transcript during the application process for verification.)
• Ability to perform work onsite at Franklin, TN.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience supporting Nissan's Ethics, Compliance, and Data Privacy programs.
• Assist with third-party due diligence reviews and compliance screening activities to help identify and manage potential risks.
• Support privacy initiatives, including data inventory activities, individual rights requests, and data governance projects.
• Help administer employee disclosure processes, including Conflict of Interest and Gifts & Hospitality reviews.
• Partner with team members across multiple business functions on research, communications, reporting, training, and special projects.

Benefits

• Business Synergy Teams (ERGs)
• Opportunities for employees to strengthen their relationships and meet people from similar and diverse backgrounds to foster a culture of belonging.
• Expand your knowledge and skills through Nissan’s rich innovation offerings, seminars, learning platforms and leadership trainings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern