2027 Summer Executive Associate Program - Risk Management

Manufacturers and Traders Trust•Buffalo, NY

2d•$100,000 - $171,000

About The Position

The Summer Executive Associate Program is a 10-week, project-based program designed for first-year MBA students. The Summer Executive Associate in Risk Management will gain exposure to how M&T identifies, assesses, monitors, and manages risk across the enterprise. Working with senior leaders, the associate will contribute to strategic projects, support business initiatives, and develop insights to strengthen organizational decision-making. The role involves assignments in the associate’s field of expertise and provides access to senior management and previous Executive Associates. This position is located in Buffalo, New York. Work visa sponsorship is not offered. The pay range is $100,000–$171,000 across all geographic locations; compensation within that range depends on the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an MBA program at an accredited business school.
At least two years of professional full-time work experience.
Demonstrated leadership potential through previous work experience, extracurricular activities, or community involvement.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to think strategically and critically analyze complex business challenges.
Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

Learn about M&T’s Risk Management Framework and how risk management supports business strategy, growth, and regulatory expectations.
Support research, analysis, and project work across operational, credit, compliance, and enterprise risk management activities.
Help develop executive-level presentations, briefing materials, reports, and dashboards for leadership discussions and decision-making.
Research industry trends, regulatory developments, and evolving risk management practices to identify business opportunities and implications.
Attend governance forums, working groups, and stakeholder meetings to observe how risk considerations inform strategic and operational decisions.
Work with cross-functional teams to gather information, analyze business challenges, and support process improvement and operational effectiveness initiatives.
Analyze data and prepare insights to help leaders assess risks, identify trends, and prioritize strategic opportunities.
Assist with special projects involving collaboration across business units to address complex issues and achieve shared objectives.
Identify opportunities to streamline processes, enhance reporting, and improve execution across the Risk Management organization.
Present project findings, recommendations, and key takeaways to Risk Management leadership and other stakeholders.
Perform project- and management-related assignments in the associate’s field of expertise.