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Summer Analyst
LocationUS-GA-Atlanta
Job ID 2025-12475 Category Commercial Banking/Corporate Banking Position Type Full-Time
Introduction
Since 1973, East West Bank has served as a pathway to success. With over 110 locations across the U.S. and Asia, we are the premier financial bridge between the East and West. Our teams of experienced, multi-cultural professionals help guide businesses and community members on both sides of the Pacific looking to explore new markets and create new opportunities, and our sustained growth and expertise in industries like real estate, entertainment and media, private equity and venture capital, and high-tech help build sustainable businesses and expand our associates’ potential for career advancement.
Headquartered in California, East West Bank (Nasdaq: EWBC) is a top-performing commercial bank with a strong foundation, an enterprising spirit and a commitment to absolute integrity. East West Bank gives people the confidence to reach further.
Overview
The East West Bank Commercial Banking Summer Analyst Program is dedicated to developing future banking professionals for East West Bank. The program is designed to give hands-on experience across all stages of commercial lending transactions from screening, structuring, underwriting, and closing. Summer Analysts will have exposure to the credit department and client segment teams through a variety of assigned projects and studies. During the program Summer Analysts will develop initial analytical and interpersonal skills required to be an effective banking professional while building relationships with their peers and other banking colleagues. Successful completion of the East West Bank Summer Analyst Program may lead to a full-time offer near the end of the summer program for a January 2027 or June 2027 start date. Offers are dependent on successful performance and the number of credit analyst positions available.
Potential Exposure To Multiple Client Segments: Commercial and Industrial/Leverage Finance (Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas and Pasadena), Commercial Real Estate (Dallas and Pasadena), Energy - Oil & Gas (Dallas), Healthcare (Dallas), and Fund Finance (New York City and Pasadena).
Summer Analyst Office Locations:
Atlanta, GA: 3340 Peachtree Road, N.E., Ste 2315, Atlanta, GA 30326
Chicago, IL: 222 W. Adams St., Ste 1980, Chicago, IL 60606
Dallas, TX: 5001 Spring Valley Rd., Ste 400W, Dallas, TX 75244
New York City, NY: 485 Madison Ave., 12th Fl., New York, NY 10022
Pasadena, CA: 135 N. Los Robles Ave., 2nd Fl., Pasadena, CA 91101
Responsibilities
Assisting with all stages of commercial lending transactions from screening and structuring to underwriting and closing
Analyzing and spreading financial statements
Conducting industry analysis
Supporting Relationship Managers / Portfolio Managers in evaluation of financial projection models
Learning fundamentals of credit analysis and underwriting
Assisting with portfolio management and loan monitoring
Participate in a comprehensive skill set evaluation at the end of the program, including the preparation and delivery of final presentation demonstrating knowledge and applied competencies
May perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Enrolled in a four-year undergraduate program majoring in finance, economics, accounting, business management or other related fields
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Detail oriented, intellectually curious, highly motivated and strong work ethic
Understanding of generally accepted accounting & finance principles
Strong critical thinking skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and desire to work in a collaborative team environment
Junior in college with expected graduation date of December 2026 or May 2027
In office position 5 days a week. This is not a remote position.
Employment Dates:
Start date: June 1, 2026
10 weeks through August 7, 2026
9am – 5pm in office each day with the potential of working longer hours if needed. This is not a remote position.
No relocation stipend for these positions.
Business casual and occasionally business formal wear required.
Compensation
The base pay range for this position is USD $23.00/Hr. - USD $28.00/Hr. Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
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East West Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations for disability are provided to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law.