What are the responsibilities and job description for the State Street - Technology Risk - Summer Internship 2026 position at State Street?
About The Role
We are looking for a hands‑on Technology Risk Intern with a strong foundation in Computer Science to help strengthen our technology resiliency posture. This role combines cloud security analysis, business continuity and disaster recovery (BC/DR) evaluation, and automation development using Copilot‑based tools for policy and control analysis. You’ll also explore resiliency requirements for emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT).
What You’ll Do
State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we are making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we have been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients. Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance, and savings plans, among other benefits. You will have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential. Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We genuinely believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Salary Range
$41,600 - $65,000 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
For a full overview, visit https://hrportal.ehr.com/statestreet/Home.
About State Street
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
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Job Application Disclosure
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Job ID: R-782400
We are looking for a hands‑on Technology Risk Intern with a strong foundation in Computer Science to help strengthen our technology resiliency posture. This role combines cloud security analysis, business continuity and disaster recovery (BC/DR) evaluation, and automation development using Copilot‑based tools for policy and control analysis. You’ll also explore resiliency requirements for emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT).
What You’ll Do
- Cloud Security & Resiliency
- Review cloud configurations (AWS, Azure, GCP) against security best practices.
- Assess business continuity and disaster recovery capabilities and recommend improvements.
- Policy & Standards Automation
- Build Copilot‑based agents or tools to automate policy analysis and compliance checks.
- Develop dashboards and workflows to track configuration drift and remediation progress.
- Emerging Technology Risk
- Research resiliency requirements for AI and blockchain/DLT platforms.
- Propose strategies for failover, recovery, and risk mitigation in these technologies.
- Reporting & Communication
- Prepare concise reports and dashboards summarizing findings and recommendations.
- Present insights to technology and risk stakeholders.
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and security frameworks.
- Interest in policy automation, risk management, and emerging technologies. Experience with Python, PowerShell, or Power Platform; exposure to Copilot Studio or similar tools is a plus.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Knowledge of business continuity planning, disaster recovery testing, and security baselines. Exposure to policy frameworks (e.g., CSA CCM, NIST 800‑53) and compliance automation.
- Experience building bots, scripts, or dashboards for governance or risk reporting.
- Hands‑on experience in cloud security and resiliency analysis.
- Opportunity to design and deploy Copilot‑based automation tools for policy compliance.
- Exposure to cutting‑edge technologies and enterprise‑level risk management practices.
State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we are making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we have been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients. Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance, and savings plans, among other benefits. You will have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential. Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We genuinely believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Salary Range
$41,600 - $65,000 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
For a full overview, visit https://hrportal.ehr.com/statestreet/Home.
About State Street
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Discover more information on jobs at StateStreet.com/careers
Read our CEO Statement
Job Application Disclosure
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Job ID: R-782400
Salary : $41,600 - $65,000