2026-2027 Wells Fargo Corporate Risk Externship Program (Masters) – Early Careers

About this role :    Wells   Fargo is seeking talent to join the  202 6 -202 7   Wells Fargo Corporate Risk Externship Program (Masters) . Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at  wellsfargojobs.com .      Program Overview |   Are you a  UNC Charlotte master’s student  ready to turn your data skills into real-world impact—without leaving the Queen City? Wells Fargo’s  Corporate Risk Externship Program  is your opportunity to dive into the world of financial risk, analytics, and AI while staying close to campus.   This paid, part-time externship is designed for students like you: curious, driven, and ready to explore how data science powers smarter decisions in bankin g .    #earlycareers   What   You’ll   Explore   You’ll   be matched with one of our high-impact risk teams:   Model Risk Management (MRM):  Ensure models are   accurate   and regulatory-ready.   Independent Testing & Validation (IT&V):   Validate   the effectiveness of controls within the organization.   Technology Risk Management:  Use AI/ML to enhance risk oversight across all business lines.   Risk Analytics, Data, and Reporting (RADAR) :   Deliver critical reporting, analytics, and business support solutions across the organization.   Risk AI :   Develop multi-agent solutions that support risk management across the company.     What   You’ll   Experience:   Code in Python, R, SAS, SQL, or Scala/Spark   Develop AI tools and solutions that enhance risk management strategies    Develop and   validate   models using statistical and machine learning techniques   Collaborate with experts and present your insights to stakeholders   Stay current with regulatory frameworks and risk trends   Solve real problems with real data     Program dates:  October 2026 – March 2027     Program Duration :  20 hours a week     Program Location:  Charlotte, NC     Required Qualifications: 6+ months of work experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education Required Qualifications for Europe, Middle East & Africa only: Work experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, education Desired   qualifications:   Enrolled in the Data Science   or Computing and Informatics   master’s program at   UNCC with   an expected graduation date of   May   202 7   or later    Completed undergraduate degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Economics/Econometrics, Operations Research, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field    Courses in model risk management, text   mining   and/or information retrieval highly preferred   Experience and ability to   demonstrate   first-hand knowledge in several of these areas: data analytics, modeling, statistical inference, computing, big data analytics, Artificial Intelligence (machine learning, natural language processing, etc.)   Knowledge of Programing skills and   demonstrated   ability to develop numerical algorithms in at least one of the following languages: Python, SAS, SQL, and Scala/Spark   Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills   Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment   Ability to develop partnerships and collaborate with other business and functional areas     Applications open  August 31–September 2,   2026   only!     Wells Fargo only considers candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who do not require work visa sponsorship from Wells Fargo now or in the future   in order to   retain   their authorization to work in the United States.         Based on the volume of applications received, this job posting may be removed prior to the indicated