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Frontier Airlines, Inc

Fall 2026 Intern - Treasury

Denver, CO

$15.75 - $20.75/hr

The focus of the Treasury Intern will be to assist with a variety of projects and tasks that touch ... Fuel administration and operations * Risk management and financial markets * Financial analysis and ...

Frontier Airlines

Fall 2026 Intern - Treasury

Denver, CO · On-site

$15.75 - $20.75/hr

The focus of the Treasury Intern will be to assist with a variety of projects and tasks that touch ... Fuel administration and operations * Risk management and financial markets * Financial analysis and ...

Frontier Airlines

Fall 2026 Intern - Treasury

Denver, CO

$15.75 - $20.75/hr

The focus of the Treasury Intern will be to assist with a variety of projects and tasks that touch ... Fuel administration and operations * Risk management and financial markets * Financial analysis and ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Operational Risk Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Operational Risk Intern, you need strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a background in finance, business, or a related field, often supported by progress toward a relevant degree. Familiarity with risk management frameworks, Microsoft Excel, and risk assessment tools is typically required. Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn help interns stand out in this position. These skills ensure effective identification, analysis, and mitigation of operational risks, supporting the organization's overall risk management objectives.

What does an Operational Risk Intern do?

An Operational Risk Intern supports a company's risk management team by helping identify, assess, and mitigate risks that could impact daily business operations. Their tasks often include data analysis, preparing risk reports, assisting with risk assessments, and monitoring compliance with internal controls. Interns may also participate in risk-related projects and learn about regulatory requirements. This role provides valuable experience in understanding how organizations manage operational risks and ensure business continuity.

What are some common projects or tasks an Operational Risk Intern might work on during their internship?

As an Operational Risk Intern, you can expect to assist in identifying, assessing, and documenting potential risks within daily business processes. Typical projects include supporting risk assessments of business units, helping to analyze incident reports, and preparing risk dashboards or presentations for management. You may also participate in reviewing policies and procedures, working closely with cross-functional teams such as compliance, audit, and business operations. This hands-on experience helps build a strong foundation in risk management practices and offers valuable insights into how organizations safeguard their operations.
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Privacy Program Intern

COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY

Denver, CO • On-site

$30/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Internship

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

position
Privacy Program Intern
division/department
Legal Risk Management/Privacy
position type
Part-time, Temporary (12-month term)
classification
Non - Exempt
location
Denver, Colorado
salary range
$30 per hour
nature of position
Reporting to the Privacy Manager, the Privacy Program Intern supports the organization's data privacy program by coordinating workflows, reviewing intake materials, and assisting with program operations.
This role focuses on ensuring that privacy-related requests are complete, consistent, and aligned with established processes. The intern will identify missing information, flag potential concerns, and escalate items for further review as needed.
The position provides hands-on experience across key areas of the privacy program, including governance, data handling, individual rights, training and awareness, and program tracking.
core desired skills
  • Analytical Thinking & Curiosity
  • Attention to Detail
  • Organization & Time Management
  • Interest in Privacy & Compliance
  • Communication & Teamwork
  • Initiative & Willingness to Learn

what you'll gain
  • Exposure to a comprehensive enterprise privacy program
  • Hands-on experience with privacy workflows, intake processes, and governance structures
  • Opportunity to develop skills in risk identification, analytical review, and cross-functional collaboration
  • Mentorship and guidance from privacy and legal professionals
  • Practical experience relevant to careers in privacy, compliance, or information governance

essential functions
Privacy Intake and Assessment Support
  • Coordinate vendor questionnaires, contractor intake, and Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), including performing initial review of submitted materials to ensure completeness and identify gaps, inconsistencies, or potential risk indicators
  • Track intake workflows and escalate issues, missing information, or delays to the Privacy Manager with clear supporting context

Information Governance and Cross-Functional Support
  • Support the development and operation of the Information Governance (IG) Committee, including tracking decisions, action items, and business unit participation
  • Assist with maintaining visibility into governance and data management activities (e.g., data inventory, records, retention), identifying gaps, delays, or inconsistencies in execution
  • Review governance-related inputs and documentation to ensure alignment with established processes and escalate issues as needed

Program Coordination and Workflow Management
  • Track privacy-related workflows and internal inquiries, ensuring appropriate follow-up and timely completion
  • Identify bottlenecks, gaps in ownership, or process breakdowns and escalate as appropriate

Metrics, Reporting, and Roadmap Tracking
  • Compile and assist with maintaining privacy program metrics and tracking tools, validating data for accuracy and completeness
  • With guidance, will help maintain visibility into roadmap initiatives through status tracking and milestone monitoring

Training, Awareness, and Documentation Support
  • Support coordination of privacy training and awareness activities, including tracking participation and follow-up on outstanding items
  • Maintain process documentation to support consistency and repeatability across workflows

General Program Support
  • Perform other duties and projects as assigned in support of the privacy program

knowledge, skills, and ability
Must possess:
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent workflows
  • Ability to apply critical thinking within structured processes, including identifying gaps, inconsistencies, or potential risks in submitted materials
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly summarize issues and escalate appropriately
  • Ability to work independently and manage follow-up without prompting
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation and tracking systems
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across departments while maintaining professionalism
  • Ability to recognize when to seek guidance or escalate questions appropriately
  • Comfort working in an evolving environment with developing workflows

Abilities that reflect our values:
  • Ability to continuously improve and develop knowledge and skills, while adapting quickly to changing circumstances and processes
  • Ability to work towards inclusion in all activities, and decisions through the solicitation and appreciation of diverse perspectives
  • Ability to exercise personal accountability in all activities and decisions
  • Ability to embrace a culture of operational excellence to ensure processes are continually evaluated and improved as necessary
  • Ability to operate with a sense of integrity
  • Ability to have fun with a demonstrated sense of humor
  • Ability to establish rapport with persons of diverse ethnic, racial, and cultural backgrounds

experience/education
  • Currently enrolled in or recently completed an undergraduate or graduate program, or equivalent relevant experience
  • Demonstrated interest in privacy, compliance, information governance, or a related field preferred
  • Prior experience in administrative, coordination, compliance, or analytical support roles is a plus

equipment used
Telephone, personal computer, Smartphone, photocopier
physical environment
While in a CHFA office, the incumbent in this position will perform the essential functions of the role primarily in an office/hybrid environment, which requires sitting at a desk for the majority of the day, with or without accommodations.
This is a part-time position, working approximately 15 hours per week (about 5 hours per day).
validation statement
This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. This position requires high levels of interaction and collaboration with others.
salary range
$30.00 per hour
benefit information
This internship does not include traditional benefits (health, retirement, or paid leave). Interns receive paid hourly compensation and have access to learning, mentorship, and professional development experiences within CHFA.
how to apply
Please apply online at www.chfainfo.com - Careers Tab
All applications are strongly encouraged before June 30, 2026. This posting is expected to remain open until the position is filled.
With respect to its programs, services, activities, and employment practices, Colorado Housing and Finance Authority prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 years and over, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, marital status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Requests for reasonable accommodation, the provision of auxiliary aids, or any complaints alleging violation of this nondiscrimination policy should be directed to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, 1.800.877.2432, TDD/TTY 800.659.2656; CHFA, 1981 Blake Street, Denver, Colorado 80202-1272; chfainfo.com/nondiscrimination, available weekdays 8:00am to 5:00pm.
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