2027 Summer Executive Associate Program - Risk Management

Job description

Overview:

The Summer Executive Associate (SEA) Program is designed for 1st year MBAs 10 weeks of impactful project-based assignments, with significant access to senior management and the bank’s previous Executive Associates (EA). 

Summer Executive Associate - Risk Management

As a Summer Executive Associate within Risk Management, you will gain exposure to how M&T identifies, assesses, monitors, and manages risk across the enterprise. Working closely with senior leaders, you will contribute to strategic projects, support business initiatives, and develop insights that help strengthen organizational decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Gain an understanding of M&T's Risk Management Framework and how risk management supports business strategy, growth, and regulatory expectations.
• Support research, analysis, and project work across various risk disciplines, including operational, credit, compliance, and enterprise risk management activities.
• Assist in the development of executive-level presentations, briefing materials, reports, and dashboards to support leadership discussions and decision-making.
• Conduct research on emerging industry trends, regulatory developments, and evolving risk management practices to identify opportunities and implications for the business.
• Attend governance forums, working groups, and stakeholder meetings to observe how risk considerations are integrated into strategic and operational decisions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather information, analyze business challenges, and support initiatives that drive process improvement and operational effectiveness.
• Analyze data and prepare insights that help leaders assess risks, identify trends, and prioritize strategic opportunities.
• Assist with special projects that require collaboration across business units, helping teams navigate complex issues and achieve shared objectives.
• Support the identification of 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.

Scope of Responsibilities:

Perform project/management related assignments in field of expertise within the Summer Executive Associate Program. 

Supervisory/ Managerial Responsibilities:

Not applicable.

Education and Experience Required:

• Current enrollment in an MBA Program from an accredited business school.
• Minimum two years professional, full time work experience.
• Demonstrated leadership potential, as evidenced through previous work experience, extracurricular activities, or community involvement
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and critically analyze complex business challenges
• Strong project management skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines
• Work visa sponsorship not offered for this role

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