Intern

Classification: Non-Exempt

Application Deadline: Apply by January 10, 2027

Our Mission:

Community Bank partners with individuals, businesses, and communities

to realize their dreams, protect their financial futures and improve their lives.

Our Core Values:

At Community Bank, we are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects our core values. We believe in:

• Taking Care of Each Other.
• Always Doing the Right Thing.
• Being a Great Teammate.
• Working Hard to Achieve Our Goals.
• Giving and Expecting Mutual Respect.
• Enjoying Life Every Day.
• Being Positive.
• Having a Sense of Urgency.

Summary/Objective: 

The 2027 Community Bank Internship Program is open for applications. A banking internship provides students with hands-on experience in various banking operations, helping them understand the day-to-day functions of a financial institution. Interns will have the opportunity to learn about career opportunities in banking and financial services, expand their knowledge through experience, and network with professionals.    

Essential Functions: 

• Commercial Banking 
• Credit Analysis 
• Retail Management 
• Bank Operations 
• Marketing 

Education and Experience: 

• Pursuing bachelor's degree in finance, Business, Accounting, Economics, or related field 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. 
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to a dynamic banking environment. 

Key Competencies: 

• Requisite – Requires foundational expertise in relevant banking principles, with the ability to apply established procedures effectively in a professional setting. 
• Authority – Operates within a structured framework with limited decision-making autonomy, primarily executing tasks in alignment with established policies and directives. Responsibilities focus on supporting operational functions. 
• Analytical – Requires strong analytical skills and decisive thinking. While established procedures are in place, the role demands the ability to apply ingenuity and sound judgment to navigate within guidelines and make moderate-level decisions. 
• Supervision – Operates in an independent capacity, focusing on executing assigned tasks without direct supervisory responsibilities. While collaboration with colleagues and departments is essential, the position does not involve overseeing staff or managing personnel. 
• Interpersonal Relations/Customer Service – Demands exceptional people skills at the highest level withing the organization, with performance relying on the effective application of these critical abilities. 

• Ethics/Integrity – Possesses a comprehensive understanding of industry best practices, professional behaviors, and the applicable laws, rules, and regulations that govern ethical business conduct. Consistently upholds the highest standards of integrity, demonstrating unwavering commitment to fairness, compliance, and respect in all interactions. Fosters a workplace culture rooted in professionalism, accountability, and ethical decision-making. 
• Adaptability – Knowledge of successful approaches, tools, and techniques to seamlessly transition processes, optimize workflows, and foster resilience in evolving environments.  
• Productivity – Manages workload effectively, ensuring tasks are prioritized and executed with efficiency. Maintains a purposeful approach, consistently meeting goals and objectives while optimizing resources and time management.  
• Quality - Identifies opportunities for improvement and delivers high-quality outcomes within established deadlines. 

Work Environment and Physical Demands: 

The work environment is typically a professional office setting within a financial institution, which may include branch locations, administrative offices, and client-facing areas. Employees are expected to maintain a prominent level of professionalism and confidentiality in accordance with banking regulations and company policies. 

Work is generally performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment with standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, printers, and copiers.  

Physical demands of the position may include, but are not limited to: 

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a workstation or services counter. 
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills for operating computers, handling documents, and using standard office equipment. 
• Routine walking within the office or branch to attend meetings, assist clients, or perform job-related tasks. 
• Visual acuity to read printed materials, review electronic documents, and perform detailed work. 
• Auditory ability to regularly communicate effectively in person and over the phone. 
• Sustained concentration and attention to detail are critical for performing analytical tasks and ensuring accuracy. 
• Occasional physical movements such as standing, reaching, bending, and twisting may be necessary. 
• Lifting, up to 20 pounds, may be required to lift coins or small equipment. 

Accommodation: 

The work environment and physical demands described provide a detailed representation of what employees might encounter in the workplace while performing the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. 

Work Schedule and Availability: 

The Bank maintains a standard 40-hour work week to ensure operational consistency and employee engagement. While some schedule flexibility is required based on location assignments, availability during core business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) is essential. Monday through Friday, and work at least 37.5 hours per week to maintain full-time status.