Chief Administrative Office (CAO) Summer Internship 2026

Job Description

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Wells Fargo is a leading financial services company. The job description outlines an internship opportunity within their Chief Administrative Office (CAO), which is housed within the Chief Operating Office (COO). Wells Fargo is committed to building a strong business-control infrastructure, protecting the business, and providing a positive client experience. They offer various career areas and lines of business, which can be explored further on their official jobs website.

About the Job: Wells Fargo Chief Administrative Office (CAO) Summer Internship 2026

This is an exciting opportunity for students to join the Chief Administrative Office (CAO) at Wells Fargo for a summer internship in 2026.

Business Overview: Chief Administrative Office (CAO)
The CAO develops and manages enterprise services crucial for creating the best possible experience for business partners, employees, and customers. It focuses on effectiveness and consistency, overseeing areas like building maintenance, security, asset protection, data-driven decision-making, and supply chain optimization. The CAO Internship program is structured around three unique program pathways, each offering specialized rotational experiences:

1. Business Services:
• Business Services & Transformation: Provides business management support to CAO, supports COO business routines, and leads CAO innovation.
• Corporate Security: Ensures a safe and secure business environment for all employees, customers, and assets.
• Enterprise Business Resiliency: Guides and supports the development, implementation, and exercising of business continuity plans, coordinates incident response, and governs the Service Delivery Model.
• Enterprise Risk Programs Office: Governs the frontline implementation of various Wells Fargo policies and procedures, integrating data protection and risk management.
• Strategic Programs & Enterprise Change Management: Combines expertise in strategic execution and change management across the enterprise to help the COO solve complex problems.
2. Corporate Properties Group: Delivers and maintains world-class space for employees and customers while strategically managing corporate real estate transactions.
3. Supply Chain Management: A global team that manages the entire end-to-end supply chain process, offering expert advice and sound execution.

Applicants for this internship will have the opportunity to choose their preferred program(s) and learn more about them during the interview process.

Program Overview:
The summer internship is a 10-week professional development program designed to provide undergraduate students, particularly exceptional juniors, with an in-depth understanding of Wells Fargo’s operations, business strategies, and corporate culture. The program offers:
• Relevant work assignments that provide real-world scenarios and experiences.
• Relationship building opportunities.
• Coaching and performance feedback sessions.
• Informative learning sessions with key stakeholders.

This internship serves as a pipeline program, where successful interns may receive an offer to return the following year to join the full-time 2-year rotational Analyst Program.

Program Details:
• Program Date: Summer 2026
• Work Schedule: 40-hour work week; daily working hours based on business need.
• Program Location: Charlotte, NC
• Travel: Ability to travel 10% or more of the time may be required.

In this role, you will:
• Participate in formal programming and workshop initiatives.
• Review various assignments to become familiar with policies and procedures.
• Receive direction from managers while exercising independent judgment.
• Develop an understanding of compliance and risk management requirements.
• Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals.

Ideal candidates for this role must have the following:
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative culture (both face-to-face and virtual).
• Energetic self-starter who proactively takes initiative, acts with urgency, and is curious about learning and growth.
• Possess leadership skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to take on responsibility and accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate regular feedback, coaching, and mentoring during the program.

Required Qualifications:
• 6+ months of work experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.

Desired Qualifications:
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree with an expected graduation between December 2026 – June 2027.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) skills.
• Involvement in extracurricular enrichment activities (volunteerism, student organizations, study abroad, leadership positions, non-profit involvement).
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Knowledge and/or experience in the financial services industry.
• Demonstrated interest and/or experience in manipulating data and reporting, data visualization, and/or data insights.
• BA/BS degree with an interest in any of the following fields: Business Administration, Accounting, Analytics & Data, Business Intelligence, Communication, Computer Science, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Government, Management and Risk Management, Mathematics, Physics, Political Science, Policy & Management, Pre-law, Real Estate, Statistics, Supply Chain, Technology, or related business field.

Application Process:
• This program accepts applications through the Wells Fargo Career site.
• To apply, go to wellsfargo.com/careers/, click “Search Jobs,” and search by keywords: “Control Management Development Program” OR “Job ID: R-000000”. Follow the instructions to complete your application.
• Posting End Date: October 31, 2025. Note that the job posting may be removed early due to the volume of applications received. Applicants are encouraged to monitor their email for future communications after applying.

Important Notes:
• Wells Fargo only considers candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and do not require work visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer.
• Information is provided for applicants with disabilities regarding medical accommodations.
• Wells Fargo maintains a drug-free workplace.
• Third-party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
• Applicants are required to directly represent their own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.