Compliance Internships
Compliance internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working compliance professionals, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Roles across Energy, Consulting & Professional Services, and Food & Beverage are actively listed, with Gilead Sciences, Tesla, and Ryan among the employers posting roles now.
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Job Requisition ID: 95080
Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week
Role Overview:
The New York Life Summer Internship experience offers an exciting opportunity for rising sophomores, juniors and seniors looking to gain exposure to a corporate environment. As part of your summer, you’ll participate in learning and development activities, gaining insight into our business and how our company functions. The summer internship program also includes additional social and networking opportunities where you will be able to expand your network with peers, mentors and senior leaders.
The Summer Internship opportunity is 10 weeks long, beginning Tuesday June 1st, 2027, and concluding Thursday, August 5, 2027. Interns will work on a hybrid schedule with Mondays and Fridays remotely.
Internship opportunities may be located in: New York, NY, White Plains, NY or Jersey City, NJ. Location is dependent upon the exact team you are aligned to; however, you will be able to specify your preferences on the job application.
What You’ll Do:
Join New York Life’s Compliance, Audit & Risk Management pathway and gain hands-on experience supporting the governance and oversight functions of our Corporate Audit, Risk Management, and Corporate Compliance departments. As an intern, you’ll learn how these teams help safeguard a Fortune 100 company by ensuring sound risk practices, ethical operations, and adherence to regulatory requirements.
Interns in this pathway are placed on a team within one of these departments, based on business need. You’ll collaborate with professionals who protect New York Life’s reputation and support decision-making by ensuring that business practices meet the highest legal, ethical, and regulatory standards.
Projects may include:
Supporting Corporate Audit by testing internal controls, reviewing documentation, and analyzing risk areas
Assisting Risk Management with identifying, measuring, and reporting on key risk indicators
Contributing to Corporate Compliance initiatives such as policy reviews, regulatory research, or monitoring procedures
Conducting research on emerging regulations and industry best practices
Preparing reports and presentations that communicate audit, compliance, or risk findings to stakeholders
This pathway is ideal for students who are detail-oriented, curious about governance and regulatory oversight, and interested in learning how large organizations manage compliance, mitigate risk, and maintain trust with clients, regulators, and the public.
What You’ll Bring:
Must be enrolled at an accredited 4-year university or college with anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and May 2030.
Preferred Skills:
Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify inconsistencies and risks
Analytical and critical thinking skills with a solutions-oriented mindset
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; familiarity with data or reporting tools a plus
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Ability to manage confidential information with integrity and professionalism
Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and deadlines
Interest in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, risk management, or audit practices
Coursework or interest in business, accounting, finance, economics, political science, or related fields
Additional Details:
- Internship applications will only be accepted through December 31st, 2026.
- Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis and notified by the end of January if selected to interview.
- Interns are expected to work for the duration of the 10-week internship.
To be eligible for this program, you must be authorized to work in the U.S. We do not offer any type of employment-based immigration sponsorship for this program. Likewise, this program is not available to those authorized to work under optional practical training (OPT) or curricular practical training (CPT).
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Salary range: $27/ hour
Overtime eligible: Nonexempt
Discretionary bonus eligible: No
Sales bonus eligible: No
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- Food & Beverage
- Distribution & Wholesale
- Healthcare & Medical Services
Tips for Your Compliance Internship Search
Apply earlier than the role seems urgent
Large banks, insurers, and regulated companies recruit summer compliance interns the preceding fall, often closing applications before December. Smaller firms and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings in September and set a recurring reminder so you catch both cycles.
Build a portfolio before your first application
Compliance intern screens look for evidence of analytical thinking, not years of experience. Document two or three projects: a policy gap analysis, a mock audit checklist, or a regulatory research brief. Note the frameworks or tools you used and make the work accessible so recruiters can assess it directly.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Career fairs surface structured compliance programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and speeds up response time for roles not linked to a formal campus partnership.
Practice the compliance intern screen out loud
Compliance intern interviews often include a written exercise or case scenario testing your ability to identify regulatory risk, draft a policy summary, or flag a compliance gap in a hypothetical situation. Practice explaining your reasoning aloud, not just arriving at an answer, since interviewers weigh how you think through ambiguity as much as the final response.
Target structured compliance programs at the start of your search
Larger financial institutions, healthcare companies, and government contractors run rotational or cohort-based compliance internship programs designed specifically for candidates new to the field. These programs fill in the first application wave, often before general openings go live, so identify the ones that fit your background and apply as soon as they open.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 25% of the compliance internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start searching, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles you can actually take. Sorting by work type first saves time and keeps your application energy focused.
Compliance Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a compliance internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A documented portfolio showing policy analysis, audit prep, or risk assessments gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Apply directly to open roles and attend campus career fairs, where compliance recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a compliance internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for compliance interns is performance on real work, whether the team has headcount, and how early in the internship you signal interest. Position yourself by delivering on every assignment, but don't count on a return offer when planning your job search.
When should I apply for compliance internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large financial institutions, banks, and regulated companies recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as September or October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to the actual start date, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly throughout the year means you won't miss either cycle.
Are compliance internships paid?
Most professional compliance internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, it appears directly in the listing, so checking each posting is the most reliable way to know what a specific role offers.
What should a compliance internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Highlight two or three documented projects that show policy research, regulatory analysis, risk identification, or audit support, noting the tools used and linking to any published work or case studies where possible. Add relevant coursework in areas like business law, finance, or risk management. Keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote compliance internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 75% of the compliance internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before seats close.
Can international students get compliance internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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