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Responsibilities
This Intern- Risk position has two available FTE. 1 will be in the Risk department 100% of the time, and 1 will be a 50/50 split between the Risk and Legal department. If you have a preference please indiate that in your cover letter.
Risk department Intern
Primarily responsible for observing and participating in applicable Risk projects and activities, including interviews/walkthroughs, risk and control analysis, investigations, auditing and monitoring, testing, and documentation. Possesses basic knowledge of risk/compliance/audit/investigative strategies, methodologies, and tools. Beginning to comprehend industry, accounting, legal, regulatory, compliance, and/or internal audit standards, as applicable. Works collaboratively in a team structure on multi-disciplinary projects, developing project management skills and leveraging tools. The intern will be given selected work assignments to reinforce the learning experience, to assess the performance levels and to provide benefit to the work unit. Specific core responsibilities include, but they are not limited to:
Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of operational, compliance, financial, investigative, technology/information systems and other Risk projects for assigned organizational areas and functional activities throughout Mayo Clinic.Perform risk project activities as assigned, including but not limited to interviews/walkthroughs, auditing and monitoring, creating end-to-end process maps, performing risk and control analysis, and developing and documenting testing.Complete project assignments to ensure within time schedules while also meeting quality requirements and communicating any potential delays. Demonstrate professional oral and written communication skills.Risk/Legal Intern
This internship position will be structured as a 50/50 rotation between Risk and Legal Departments. In addition to supporting Risk projects and initiatives, the intern will actively observe and participate in selected Legal Department matters to gain exposure to healthcare legal operations, regulatory compliance, litigation, and risk management functions.
Under the direction and supervision of Legal and Risk colleagues, the intern may assist with legal and risk-related activities including, but not limited to: conducting legal research; reviewing, organizing and analyzing documents; supporting contract and policy review processes; tracking and summarizing regulatory, litigation, compliance and risk management matters; maintaining logs or databases related to claims, disputes and other legal matters; and drafting or organizing correspondence, memoranda, reports, or reference materials.
The intern may also participate in litigation and pre-litigation activities, claims analysis and broader risk management initiatives to develop an understanding of dispute resolution processes and organizational risk mitigation strategies. These assignments are designed to reinforce academic learning, cultivate sound professional judgment and provide a foundational understanding of how the Legal and Risk functions collaborate to protect and support Mayo Clinic entities
Qualifications
The applicant should be enrolled in an associate, bachelors, master’s or graduate degree in Law, Healthcare, Business Administration, Information Technology, Information Security, Finance, Accounting. Criminal Justice or other applicable field. Applicants should be returning to their degree granting program in the fall of 2026.
Desktop computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is expected. Familiarization with IT general controls, basic technical and accounting concepts/functions, professional writing/communication skills, and exposure to data analysis tools is helpful.
Ad-hoc travel may be required, as work activities warrant (e.g. team on-site meetings and/or training).
Preference will be given to those who are currently attending Mitchell-Hamline law school.
This vacancy is not eligible for Visa sponsorship / we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position.
Exemption Status
Nonexempt
Compensation Detail
This position has a predetermined rate of $25 per hour.
Benefits Eligible
No
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80
Schedule Details
M-F, 8 am - 5 pm This position works remotely and as needed on the Rochester, MN campus. Expected start and end date will be May- Aug 2026.
Weekend Schedule
none
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Recruiter
Jill Squier