Vendor Management Intern

About the team + role

We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards. 

The Procurement and Vendor Management Office (VMO) is the central team at Robinhood for engaging and managing Third-Party vendors. This team needs a Vendor Management Intern to support new programs and ongoing operations. Specifically, you will drive vendor strategy, vendor risk and performance management, governance, and cross-functional partnerships. The role will require strong analytical skills (including comfort with spreadsheet-based data manipulation), problem solving ability, interpersonal skills, clear communication, and a proactive, patient, and positive approach.

This role is based in our New York office, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week. 

At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams. 

What you’ll do

• Lead / support quarterly vendor business reviews and present analysis of vendor performance, risks, and areas of improvement
• Manage the vendor lifecycle for assigned a portfolio of vendors. Manage the relationship as the key Robinhood point of contact. Serve as primary liaison for communication, relationship management, due diligence, risk assessments and issue resolution
• Conduct monitoring and tracking of vendor service level agreements, contracts, and performance
• Lead / support cross-functional brainstorming, ideation, and implementation to improve efficiency through automation
• Build strong relationships to drive ongoing vendor oversight
• Efficiently terminate vendor contracts that are no longer needed and secure Robinhood data and other assets

What you bring

• Currently enrolled in a full-time, degree-seeking program in Finance, Data Analytics or a related field with an expected graduation date in Winter 2026/Spring 2027.
• Good written and verbal communication and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Basic understanding of financial products
• Ability to compile data and create basic reports
• Passion for working and learning in a fast-growing company
• Basic understanding of Google Workspace

What we offer

• Market competitive compensation structure
• Quarterly lifestyle wallet for personal wellness, learning and development, and more!
• Time away including company holidays, paid time off, and sick time!
• Lively office environment with catered meals, fully stocked kitchens, and geo-specific commuter benefits