Branch Intern

Internship Overview

Our Family of Companies internship program is designed to invest in the next generation of talent. It is built on the principles of continuous learning, financial stewardship, relationship-building, and community involvement, giving interns meaningful, hands-on experience while preparing them for what comes next, whether that's with us or beyond.

This program is about so much more than experience. We invest in our interns both professionally and personally. Our team has a heart to watch our interns flourish. Below are some of the initiatives and activities we have scheduled for 2027.

Professional Opportunities

• Lunch with Leadership
• Networking
• Capstone Project

Personal Growth Opportunities

• Financial literacy studies: Journey of Generosity and Compass Study
• "Adulting" Life Skills Workshops
• Service project with fellow interns

These experiences complement the meaningful work you’ll do each day, outlined in the key responsibilities below

Position Summary

The Branch Intern will spend the summer at one of our branches, learning how a community bank operates day-to-day. This is a hands-on, observational role, shadowing experienced staff on both the deposit and loan sides of the branch, gaining exposure to customer service, account services, lending, and regulatory compliance. We are looking for a curious, professional, and motivated student who wants to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Shadow the deposit team to learn teller transactions, cash handling, drawer balancing, and the new account-opening process, while sitting in on customer interactions to see how staff identify needs and recommend products.
• Learn about account maintenance, debit card services, online and mobile banking, and fraud prevention.
• Shadow loan officers through the lending process, from application to closing, including an introduction to credit analysis and underwriting basics.
• Shadow experienced professionals to understand relationship management.
• Learn about compliance and regulatory requirements within the banking industry.
• Complete a summer project and present key takeaways to branch and leadership staff at the end of the internship.
• Participate in a variety of developmental and professional activities designed to support learning and exposure to the organization.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a college or university, or a recent graduate, majoring in Finance, Business, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional demeanor and dependability.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.