2027 Corporate Risk Development Program Analyst (Core Risk) - Early Careers

About the role

Wells Fargo is seeking talent to join the 2027 Corporate Risk Development Program. As the company’s second line of defense, Corporate Risk—Independent Risk Management—provides independent oversight of risk-taking activities, establishes and maintains the risk management program, and challenges the frontline’s execution of risk responsibilities. The program ensures all employees understand their accountability for managing risk according to the Risk Management Framework.

The Corporate Risk Development Program (CRDP) is designed for students and recent college graduates, blending foundational risk-specific and career development opportunities through on-the-job learning, instructor-led training, and professional development. CRDP emphasizes immersive, hands-on experiences, including signature experiential training sessions, real-world scenarios, and direct interaction with front-line partners. Participants rotate across Corporate Risk functions over two years, receiving structured coaching, performance feedback, and development support to build technical expertise, business perspective, and professional skills.

Program start date: August 2027
Program duration: 2 years
Program location: Charlotte, NC

Responsibilities

• Engage in immersive, experience-driven learning through signature training sessions, speaker series, and direct interaction with senior leaders across Corporate Risk.
• Contribute to high-impact risk initiatives, supporting the design, analysis, and execution of projects involving moderate complexity across Corporate Risk.
• Analyze complex datasets using tools such as SQL, Python, and Power BI, generating insights that inform risk decisions and business strategies.
• Gain firsthand exposure to front-line risk management, building an understanding of how risk is identified, assessed, and managed across lines of business.
• Leverage emerging technologies, including AI and advanced analytics tools, to enhance data analysis, identify patterns, and improve risk management outcomes.
• Translate data and analysis into clear, actionable insights, effectively communicating findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Partner cross-functionally with risk teams and business stakeholders, building relationships while contributing to solutions that address real business challenges.
• Support the coordination and execution of strategic risk initiatives, gaining exposure to how enterprise priorities are implemented at scale.
• Take ownership of development, operating with accountability, curiosity, and a sense of urgency while building expertise in risk management practices.
• Work on real business challenges, applying critical thinking to analyze risk issues, identify root causes, and develop solutions that influence outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ months of work experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.
• 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

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027 in STEM, Statistics, Economics, Finance, Accounting, and/or Analytics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to foster an inclusive environment and actively seek and apply feedback to support effective collaboration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint); ability to apply tools effectively in a professional setting.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to use data insights and technical acumen to identify risk trends, learn quickly, adapt to change, and support innovative risk.
• Ability to execute with urgency, drive operational excellence, and apply an enterprise mindset to support effective, well-managed risk operations.
• Demonstrated ownership and accountability, with the ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities.
• Strong business and financial acumen, with a commitment to providing excellent service and supporting risk-related decisions that drive business impact.
• Ability to act with integrity, support risk assessments and risk-based testing, apply risk controls and compliance requirements, and use sound credit management judgment to help manage risk effectively.
• Demonstrated interest or experience in data analysis and emerging technologies, including tools such as SQL, Python, and Power BI.
• Familiarity with AI-powered productivity tools (such as chat-based assistants and built-in features like Microsoft Copilot) to support everyday tasks including research, organizing information, and creating presentations with a strong interest in learning and using these tools responsibly.

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.