At VyStar, we offer competitive pay, an excellent benefit package that includes a 401(k) Plan, an extensive paid technical and on-the-job training program, and tuition reimbursement--available to all full and part time employees. Part time positions start at a minimum of 30 hours per week.
We encourage you to become a part of VyStar Credit Union's family of employees.
VyStar Intern - Enterprise Risk ManagementLife as a VyStar Intern:At VyStar Credit Union we are passionate about our members and our employees. For more than 70 years, VyStar has adapted to changes in the banking industry. Today, we have grown to be one of the largest Credit Unions in the United States serving more than 1 million. Our mission ‘Do Good Bank Better’ drives our employees every day to raise the bar on how we serve our members, our community, and each other.
This is an exciting time to join VyStar! The internship is primarily located in the Jacksonville, FL area. The 9-week internship program, beginning first week of June and concluding the first week of August.
Enterprise Risk Management Overview:
As an intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in risk management while supporting enterprise-level initiatives that strengthen organizational resilience.
- Participate in and support special projects within VyStar’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) team, working closely with ERM leadership and cross-functional partners in IT, Compliance, Audit, and business units.
- Develop real-world skills in risk analysis, data interpretation, executive reporting, and stakeholder communication through on-the-job training and collaboration.
- Shadow ERM professionals during risk discussions, governance forums, and working sessions focused on issue remediation, control effectiveness, and risk appetite thresholds.
- Contribute to critical ERM processes, including:
- Supporting issue lifecycle management
- Assisting with Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) execution and documentation
- Contributing to risk appetite metrics and reporting
- Helping enhance ERM reporting processes
- Gain exposure to industry best practices and foundational ERM knowledge while building skills that prepare you for a career in risk management and financial services.
As an intern, you will:
- Get hands-on experience solving business needs
- Expand your team player capabilities
- Develop your leadership and business acumen
- Interact with Senior Executives
- Get paired with a mentor
- Expand your business network
- Join in community events
- And more...
Education & Qualifications
- Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree at an accredited college/university for the following majors: Risk Management, Finance, or Business
- Rising College Juniors, Seniors, Graduate Students, or Thrive Scholars
- Strong written and communication skills
- Flexibility to work with multi-disciplined teams
- Strong use of Microsoft Office Tools
- GPA of 3.0 preferred
- Participation in college organizations and the community
DISCLAIMERS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Nothing in this position description is an implied contract for employment. The position description is intended to be an accurate account of the essential functions. The functions are not all encompassing and are subject to change at any time by management. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
As required or requested, may exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
VyStar Credit Union is not seeking outside assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or search firms for employment or contractor opportunities. Any resumes submitted by an outside vendor to any employee at VyStar via e-mail, internet, or directly to hiring managers without a valid written search agreement with the Talent Acquisition / HR department will be deemed the sole property of VyStar Credit Union.
No placement fee will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result of the referral, or through other means.
Thank you for your inquiry regarding our current job opening. Your resume will be carefully reviewed against the position requirements. Should your experience and skills match, you will be contacted by one of our Human Resources department staff members.
Thank you again for your interest in this position!
VyStar Credit Union Human Resources
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family supports include parental/family care leave and adoption assistance that are explicitly highlighted. These supports are positioned as differentiators beyond standard offerings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, a defined set of paid holidays, and paid volunteer time collectively signal broad time‑off provisions. These elements reinforce work‑life balance and community engagement.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness programming spans health screenings, fitness challenges, and gym discounts, complemented by multiple employee resource groups. The infrastructure indicates sustained investment in employee wellbeing and belonging.
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VyStar Credit Union is the second-largest credit union headquartered in Florida and now serves over 770,000 members with assets totaling $11 billion. VyStar is the largest mortgage lender in Northeast Florida and one of the major employers in the region with over 2,000 employees. VyStar membership is open to everyone who lives or works in the 49 contiguous counties of Central to North Florida, 10 Southern Georgia counties, and past and present military members and their families all over the world. Today, the driving VyStar philosophy continues to be offering highly competitive pricing, giving members high-yielding savings products, low loan rates, and low-or no-fee financial services. This commitment makes finding affordable, quality financial products and services a reality for our members. This page is a moderated channel, meaning all comments will be reviewed for appropriate content. Please show respect to those you are addressing when submitting comments. Comments that are off-topic or include abusive or vulgar language, spam, hate speech, personal attacks, advertisements, or endorsements of products or similar content will be deleted. We reserve the right to determine which comments are acceptable for this page. We will, however, post and attempt to comment on legitimate questions and concerns.
