Intern - Risk Controlling & Governance (f/m/d)

Frankfurt am Main

Your career at Deutsche Börse Group

Your area of work

As an Intern – Risk Controlling & Governance (f/m/d) you will support a core function of Clearstream’s Risk Management, contributing to the monitoring and safeguarding of the overall risk profile of Clearstream as part of Deutsche Börse Group. You will work closely with teams across Non-Financial Risk, Risk Framework & Governance, ICS, Risk Culture, and project governance streams. The main purpose of the Risk Management area is to monitor the overall risk profile so that developments that could jeopardize the interests of the company can be identified and suitable countermeasures can be deployed. You will be actively taking part in our process, while we are offering you diverse, interesting and above all challenging tasks.

Your responsibilities:

• You will generate analyses and decision-making documents on current risk management topics, including deep‑dive assessments and thematic research on structural risk drivers
• You will contribute to AI‑driven efficiency initiatives across the section, including building prompt libraries, researching relevant AI use cases and supporting small proof‑of‑concepts to enhance reporting, analysis speed, and process robustness
• You will contribute to methodological or data‑driven mini‑projects, e.g., small statistical case studies on emerging risk drivers, trend analysis across risk event data, or testing improvements in reporting templates and risk indicators
• You will support in section‑wide research activities, including targeted deep‑dives on regulatory developments (e.g., CSDR, EMIR, DORA) and preparation of short briefing papers for senior management to feed into governance discussions
• You will contribute to ongoing project work across the section, including structured research, documentation and PMO style support
• You will support the risk identification and assessment together with cross‑functional business units, including the preparation of case studies and statistical analysis where relevant
• You will assist with daily and recurring risk management operations, including administrative and organizational tasks that support efficient section wide processes
  

Your profile:

• You are enrolled during the entire period of activity at a state-recognized university as a regular student and have completed at least 2 semesters (study focus in the field of economics, business studies, mathematics, physics, computer science, or other relevant fields)
• Ideally, you have already gained first practical experience in the context of an internship in the financial sector
• You have a strong interest in governance, regulatory frameworks and risk management methodologies, and are eager to understand how risk appetite, internal controls, and enterprise‑wide risk frameworks are applied in practice
• You are curious about emerging technologies and data‑driven work, ideally with first exposure to analytics tools (e.g., Python, Power BI, or similar) or a strong interest in learning how data and AI can support risk processes
• Thanks to your communicative nature, you quickly find your way into the team. Besides working in teams, you have the ability to work independently, and your analytical skills and your motivation help you to quickly familiarize yourself with new topics
• You have advanced knowledge in MS Office (in particular MS Excel, MS Word and MS Power Point)
• You are fluent in written and spoken English

Start date: 01/10/2026

Why Deutsche Börse Group?

We are committed to providing a work environment where everyone feels welcome and can reach their full potential. Our standards go far beyond simply matching candidates with the right position.

Mobility

We enable you to move freely with our job tickets, job (e-)bikes and free parking opportunities.

Work environment

Collaboration, communication, or deep focus – in our modern office buildings you will find the perfect work environment. Free drinks and food and meal allowances included.

Health and wellbeing

We care for your health and wellbeing and besides various health promotion measures we offer you a group accident insurance and additional insurance offers at discounted rates.

Financial stability

We provide financial stability by offering attractive salaries, company pension schemes, participation in our Group Share Plan, as well as bonuses, subsidies and discounts.

Hybrid work

Collaborate and exchange on-site or work remotely several days a week in line with business needs and local regulations. Our hybrid working model combines the best of both worlds.

Flexible working hours

We want your job to fit your life situation and offer flexible working time models, childcare allowance, or the possibility to study alongside your job.

Internationality

Our market infrastructures are globally connected. Working with us means collaborating with like-minded colleagues across over 60 locations from more than 100 nations.

Development

We promote individual development by offering internal development programmes, mentoring, further education and training budgets.