Summer Associate Internship (Enterprise Risk - Data Risk Governance)

Navy Federal Credit Union
Vienna, Virginia, United StatesPosted Sep 9, 2026

About the role

Navy Federal’s Enterprise Data Risk Governance (EDRG) team provides independent second-line oversight of data risk across the enterprise. The team develops and maintains the Enterprise Data Governance framework, provides effective challenge, monitors data risk, and supports consistent implementation of data governance requirements.

EDRG’s work focuses on data quality, metadata management, Critical Data Elements (CDEs), data governance, and the identification and management of enterprise data risks. The team partners with Business Units and other stakeholders to assess data management practices, identify risk and control gaps, monitor remediation, and communicate data risk insights to leadership.

The Summer Associate will gain practical experience in enterprise data risk governance through day-to-day activities and a focused project. The role will include research, data analysis, risk assessment, reporting, and collaboration with data governance and risk management stakeholders.

The Summer Associate Program is a 12-week internship program beginning in May 2027 and ending in August 2027. Students will work on impactful projects and meaningful work during their internship. To qualify for this position, applicants must be currently pursuing a degree from an accredited college or university and have an anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or later.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Research emerging data risks, regulatory developments, industry practices,

and data governance control frameworks

  • Support reviews of Business Unit practices related to data quality, metadata

management, CDEs, data ownership, and data governance requirements

  • Analyze data governance documentation, risk assessments, controls, issues,

and supporting evidence to identify gaps, trends, and areas requiring further review

  • Assist with EDRG effective challenge and oversight activities by documenting

observations, recommendations, stakeholder responses, and resulting outcom

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