2026 Summer Internship Program - Compliance (St. Petersburg, FL)

Raymond James & AssociatesSaint Petersburg, Florida

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Job Description

Job Description Summary

Follow established procedures to perform tasks and receive general guidance and direction to perform other work with substantial variety and varied complexity. Some judgment is required to adapt procedures, processes, and techniques to apply to more complex assignments.

Job Description

Raymond James Overview

One of the largest independent financial services firms in the country couldbethe place you build a career beyond your expectations.

Our focus is onprovidingtrusted advice and tailored, sophisticated strategies for individuals and institutions. Raymond James Financial is a diversified holding company, headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL. Raymond James provides financial services to individuals, corporations and municipalities through its subsidiary companies engaged primarily in investment and financial planning, in addition to capital markets and asset management.

At Raymond James, we are putting the power of perspectives into action and building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our commitment to associates, and clients of the future. Our company values associate development and growth, offering opportunities through developmental programs, mentorships, and continuing education options.

We striveto ensure everyone feels welcomed, valued,respectedand heard so that you can fully contribute your unique talents for the benefit of clients, your career, ourfirmand our communities.Raymond James is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisionson the basis ofmerit and business needs.

Department Overview

Raymond James Compliance ensures adherence to all rules, regulations,policiesand standards that govern the firm and the securities industry. Positions in Compliance cover a wide range of roles such as auditing and educating branches, anti-money laundering review, responding to complaint and regulatory inquiries,establishingand monitoring control mechanisms, and registering firm representatives. 

Internship Program Overview

Raymond James is the place where good peoplegrowand nowhere is that betterdemonstratedthan in our internship program. During the10-week immersive experience, you will engage with and implement the firm’s core values through our five guiding behaviors. Featuringa comprehensiveorientation, onsite and remote training sessions in professional development, networking events, a speaker series, and volunteer opportunities, you will be equipped with knowledge of the business and culture to help you build relationships and develop skillsets for the internship and your future.

To be eligible for the summer 2026internship program, you must be ajunior or senior standing candidate pursuing aBachelor's or Master’sDegreeinlaw orfinancewith a graduate date of May 2027. Most positions are based in St. Petersburg with other available locations depending on company need.

Candidates who successfully complete the internship programhave the opportunity totransition into a full-time role at Raymond James after graduation.

Work Schedule:Up to40 hoursper week for a limited time,determinedby department need.

Start Date:June1, 2026

End Date:August 8, 2026

Duties and Responsibilities

Provides support and guidance for compliance efforts within an assigned business entitycompliance function.

Assistsin overseeing compliance program(s) for an assigned business entity to ensure compliance processes and procedures are integrated and aligned with business processes.

Assistsin researching compliance issues.

Making rule-based and analytical decisions.

Works independently on assigned projects and tasks, meeting all delivery deadlines.

Operates standard office equipment and uses required software applications.

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of

Fundamental concepts, practices, and proceduresofa professional office environment.

Basic concepts, principles, and practices of an assigned business unit.

Skill in

Preparing and delivering written and oral presentations.

Researchingissues.

Gathering information and preparing oral and written reports.

Operating standard office equipment andusing, orhaving the ability to learn,software applications.

Ability to work effectively as part of a virtual/hybrid team.

Ability to

Attend to detail whilemaintaininga big picture orientation.

Gather information,identifylinkages and trends, and apply findings to assignments.

Work under pressure on multiple tasks concurrently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.

Useappropriate interpersonalstyles and communicate effectively, both orally and writing, with all organizational levels.

Organize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Providea high levelof customer service.

Establish andmaintaineffective working relationships.

Educational/PreviousExperience Requirements

Currently pursuing aBachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, or any related business major.

Any equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.

Eligible applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US and not require visa sponsorship now or in the future (including beyond OPT/EAD).

Licenses/Certifications

None.

Location

Hybrid position – St. Petersburg office

Notravel.

Education

High School (HS)

Work Experience

General Experience - 4 to 6 months

Workstyle

Hybrid

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. We expect our associates at all levels to:

Grow professionally and inspire others to do the sameWork with and through others to achieve desired outcomes

Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mindTake ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter

Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates.

When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.

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