Third Party Risk Management Intern

Identify Risk. Strengthen Controls. Drive Smarter Decisions.

Third Party Risk Management Intern

Overview

Rockland Trust is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Third Party Risk Management Intern to join our team for Summer 2027. This internship provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in vendor governance, contract management, legal review processes, and risk management within the financial services industry.

As a member of the Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) team, you will work closely with risk professionals, legal partners, and business stakeholders to support the oversight of third-party relationships. Through meaningful project work and day-to-day responsibilities, you will gain valuable exposure to contract governance, regulatory compliance, vendor risk assessment practices, and the legal considerations associated with managing third-party service providers.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to develop analytical, organizational, and professional skills while contributing to initiatives that help protect the Bank and its customers. Interns will also participate in collaborative summer projects with fellow interns and gain exposure to various areas of the organization.

This position operates in a hybrid work environment, combining in-office collaboration with remote work opportunities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Review third-party agreements to verify required contractual provisions are present and aligned with the products and services being provided.
• Assist with contract inventory management and cleanup efforts, including locating missing, expired, or incomplete agreements.
• Partner with the Third Party Risk Management team and Legal Department to identify contracts requiring remediation, updates, or additional review.
• Evaluate contracts for key risk management provisions, including confidentiality, information security, data privacy, fourth-party usage, audit rights, and termination clauses.
• Document review findings and maintain tracking logs for identified gaps, issues, and remediation activities.
• Support the collection, organization, and maintenance of contract documentation used during third-party risk assessments and periodic reviews.
• Assist in the development and enhancement of contract review checklists, procedures, and supporting documentation.
• Participate in meetings with TPRM, Legal, and business stakeholders to gain an understanding of vendor governance practices and risk management expectations.
• Support special projects and other Third Party Risk Management initiatives as assigned.

• Participate in collaborative summer projects with fellow interns and present findings and recommendations to business leaders.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program at an accredited college or university.
• Pursuing a degree in Pre-Law, Legal Studies, Business Administration, Risk Management, Finance, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2029.
• Strong interest in contracts, legal analysis, compliance, vendor management, governance, or risk management.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to identify inconsistencies, omissions, and documentation gaps.
• Strong analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively both independently and collaboratively.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

What You'll Gain

• Exposure to third-party risk management and vendor governance programs within a regulated financial institution.
• Experience reviewing and analyzing contracts and related documentation.
• Insight into regulatory expectations related to third-party relationship management and operational risk.
• Opportunities to collaborate with legal, compliance, risk management, and business teams.
• Professional development through mentorship, networking opportunities, and intern-focused programming.
• Hands-on experience in a dynamic, team-oriented environment within one of New England's leading community banks.

This internship is perfect for students who enjoy solving complex problems, analyzing business processes, identifying opportunities for improvement, and helping organizations make smarter decisions. If you're curious about risk management, business strategy, compliance, auditing, or financial services, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience while developing skills that are highly transferable across many industries.

If you're ready to learn how organizations manage risk, collaborate with professionals across the Bank, strengthen your analytical skills, and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to have you join us this summer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Rockland Trust, you'll find a respectful and inclusive environment where everyone is given the chance to succeed. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.