Summer 2026 Credit Risk Internship

Mizuho is a bank on the rise climbing the league tables, disrupting the status quo and attracting top talent. Positions are available across investment and corporate banking, capital markets, advisory, research, sales & trading, derivatives and corporate functions. We are looking for candidates who want to contribute to our entrepreneurial culture where people at all levels are inspired to share ideas. Our creativity sets us apart, and our commitment drives results in creating bespoke, client-focused solutions. If you are interested in working for an organization with a growth mindset that is a global leader in financial services, we would like to hear from you.

About the Team

ARM, led by the U.S. Chief Risk Officer, is responsible for the identification, measurement, monitoring, reporting, escalation and mitigation of risk across all activities within Mizuho Americas. Within ARM, there are four key risk stripes: Credit Risk, Market & Liquidity Risk, Non-Financial Risk, and Enterprise Risk.

Summary

This program provides an opportunity for undergraduate students to spend 10 weeks in one of the risk stripes. Successful interns will be offered full time analyst positions following graduation in ARM’s rotational program, which provides diverse exposure through a set of structured placements among several participating teams.

Core Responsibilities: 

Credit Risk: Assisting with credit analyses across Wholesale and Counterparty Credit, preparing risk committee packages, obtaining counterparty financial information and maintaining credit files, monitoring credit exposures, limits and related reports, supporting new business activities and interfacing with the front office and other internal departments.

Qualifications
•Undergraduate student working towards a Bachelor’s degree; major in Finance, Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics or Economics is a plus

•Expected Graduation date of May 2027

•Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of Microsoft office products

•Preference for candidates with strong Excel skills (e.g., proficient with pivot tables, vlookup, filters, charts, tables, formulae etc.). Previous experience using Python script, VBA and/ or programming expertise is a plus.

•Proactive, curious, self-starter who has an interest in pursuing a career in finance
•Demonstrated drive to improve, learn, research, and resolve issues independently and/or with others on team
•Strong analytical and quantitative skills demonstrating the ability to assimilate new information, understand complex topics, and apply sound analysis and judgment
•Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and interpersonal skills
•Ability to manage multiple tasks and thrive in a fast-paced team environment