Summer AI Intern - CIO

As a Summer AI Intern at Webster Bank, you will engage in a variety of responsibilities designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of AI and enterprise architecture. Your tasks will include collaborating with the AI and Architecture team, assisting in the development of proofs of concept (POCs) and practical use cases for AI applications, and helping to implement AI governance across the organization. Additionally, you’ll be expected to research the latest technologies and tools necessary for building advanced Generative AI systems, ensuring that you're contributing effectively to our AI initiatives.

To qualify for the Summer AI Intern position at Webster Bank, you should be a currently enrolled undergraduate student entering your junior or senior year, pursuing a degree in a related field such as computer science or data science. A genuine interest in the banking and financial services industry is crucial. We are looking for candidates who are resourceful, enthusiastic, highly organized, and possess strong analytical and communication skills. Proficiency in tools like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is also important for this role.

The internship program at Webster Bank offers numerous benefits designed to enhance your professional development. As a Summer AI Intern, you will have opportunities for networking and social engagement with fellow interns and business professionals. You will participate in events that facilitate interaction with leaders and career development activities, helping you build valuable connections. Additionally, you will receive mentorship that guides you throughout your internship, further preparing you for future employment opportunities within Webster Bank.

The Summer AI Internship at Webster Bank is structured to yield significant outcomes for participants. By the end of the internship, you will have gained practical experience working on AI projects and a deeper understanding of enterprise architecture. You will leave with enhanced skills in research and technology application, as well as improved collaboration abilities. Furthermore, successful interns will have the potential to secure interviews for full-time positions after graduation, setting the stage for a rewarding career.

The Summer AI Intern role at Webster Bank runs from June 2 to August 8, 2025, providing a robust seven-week experience. The compensation for this role ranges between $20 to $22 per hour, depending on your skills and experience. This hourly rate ensures that you are fairly compensated for your contributions while allowing you to focus on your learning and professional growth during this exciting summer program.

Answering this question, focus on your passion for technology and how you’re excited about its potential to enhance financial services. Discuss specific AI applications that interest you, such as fraud detection or personalized customer service, and explain how you believe they could improve client satisfaction and operational efficiency in banking.

When responding to this question, showcase your analytical and logical thinking skills. Walk the interviewer through your method—identifying the problem, breaking it down into smaller parts, researching potential solutions, and evaluating the effectiveness of different options before implementing the best solution.

In your answer, highlight a specific project that required teamwork and discuss your role in that project. Emphasize communication and collaboration, detailing how you and your teammates shared responsibilities and solved problems together, showcasing your ability to function well in a team environment.

For this question, research Webster Bank's history, mission, and core values such as integrity, collaboration, and excellence. Share what resonates with you about these values and how they align with your personal and professional beliefs, demonstrating that you’ve taken the time to understand the company culture.

When answering, mention your strategies for prioritization, such as using tools for planning, creating to-do lists, or quantifying the impact of tasks. Give an example of a time when you successfully managed competing deadlines while maintaining quality work, which highlights your organizational skills.

In your response, discuss any relevant coursework, personal projects, or internships where you’ve utilized AI tools or frameworks. If applicable, mention any programming languages or software you are familiar with, how you've applied them in real-world scenarios, and your eagerness to learn more.

Demonstrate openness to feedback by expressing that you see constructive criticism as an opportunity to grow. Provide an example where you received feedback, how you processed it, and the positive changes that resulted from applying it, showing that you value learning from others.

In answering, express your enthusiasm for the opportunities this internship presents, particularly in the AI domain within a banking context. Talk about your desire to contribute to innovative projects and learn from industry professionals, emphasizing how this internship aligns with your career aspirations.

Focus on both technical and soft skills in your response. Highlight technical skills such as familiarity with machine learning algorithms and statistical analysis, and soft skills like communication, teamwork, and initiative. Explain why these skills are relevant to success in the internship role.

Share a concrete example from school projects, club activities, or community involvement. Describe the context, your specific actions to encourage and guide others, and the results of your leadership, which showcases your ability to take charge and impact positively.