- CHESTERFIELD, MO
- COLUMBIA, MO
ABOUT US:
MOHELA (Missouri Higher Education Loan Authority) is a nationally recognized leader in student loan servicing, committed to helping students and families successfully navigate the path to higher education. We are committed to excellent student loan servicing and helping families successfully repay student loans.
MSLF’s mission is to provide innovative products and services to help Missouri students prepare for, enter into and successfully complete higher education at Missouri institutions.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to develop your compliance skill set while supporting meaningful work that benefits students across Missouri. You’ll gain professional experience in operational risk assessment and compliance management—all while making a real impact.
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our Compliance team focused on operational risk assessment. This role is ideal for a student interested in developing a foundation in compliance within a corporate setting. You’ll gain hands-on experience in a dynamic corporate environment, supporting compliance strategies across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Risk Assessment
- Assist in the mapping, gathering, and completion of the Federal Family Education Loan (FFELP) Program Risk Assessment.
Compliance Management Administration
- Assist the Compliance Management team with various administrative duties.
- Facilitate effective communication with various business units.
Learning Opportunities:
- Gain practical experience in corporate compliance.
- Develop skills in risk assessment and compliance management.
- Learn how compliance supports organizational culture and strategic goals.
JOB DETAILS:
- Durations and Hours: This part-time position requires approximately 15 hours per week, with flexible work hours scheduled within regular business hours. Start date and term length are flexible but are expected to be within the Spring 2026 semester, with a start date anticipated in January 2026.
- Compensation: This is a non-exempt position with an hourly rate of $15 per hour. If your academic institution allows you to receive course credit for internship experiences, you must coordinate credit requirements directly with your college or university and communicate to the Foundation any employer requirements (such as supervisory assessments) your institution requires for course credit.
- PLEASE NOTE THE BENEFITS SUMMARY DOES NOT APPLY TO INTERSHIP POSITIONS.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Candidates must reside in Missouri.
- Enrollment in an accredited Missouri college or university in an undergraduate program in communications, human resources, accounting, compliance, or similar fields.
- Ability to work from Chesterfield, MO or Columbia, MO office.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proficiency in Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
APPLY TODAY: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter expressing your interest in the position and what you hope to gain from the internship.
Pay Range
15.00
Top Skills
What We Do
MOHELA is dedicated to providing world-class customer service for the students whose loans we manage. As your knowledgeable and approachable go-to resource for account information and repayment options, we provide the tools to help you successfully repay your student loan. MOHELA is here to assist you!
Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, with an operating center in Columbia, Missouri, and office in Washington, DC, our prime focus is student loan servicing. Our expert and tenured staff of over 2,000 employees:
•Are well-trained to understand Federal Policy and Regulations,
•Are skilled in offering excellent customer service, and
•Offer a personalized interaction to meet the unique needs of each student borrower we service.
As a nationally-recognized leader in student loan servicing and higher education financing, we provide informative and responsive interactions to each call and encounter to ensure each borrower has a positive experience.
