Intern

Oak Valley Community Bank Early Career Internship Program

Title: Intern

Location: Oakdale, CA (On-Site)

Duration: 10 Weeks (June 8, 2026 – August 7, 2026)

Compensation: $22.00 per hour (estimate upon hire) | 30 hours per week | Non-Exempt

Total Compensation: For this internship, compensation consists solely of the base hourly rate. No additional incentive pay, bonuses, or benefits are provided.

Open to: College Sophomores and Juniors

About The Program

The Oak Valley Community Bank (OVCB) Early Career Internship Program is an exciting opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in the banking industry while working alongside professionals in a structured, supportive environment. Interns will participate in daily operations, contribute to project work, and gain exposure to the entire lifecycle of a customer’s banking journey.

Interns Will Have The Opportunity To:

Learn about marketing strategies to attract potential borrowers

Understand the loan application and approval process

Participate in credit analysis to assess borrower creditworthiness

Gain insights into how every department contributes to the bank’s success

This program offers a comprehensive view of banking operations while allowing interns to explore career paths and develop skills in finance, credit, marketing, HR, and more.

Internship Tracks

• Bank-Wide: Lifecycle of Banking Internship
  
  

For students interested in business, finance, data analysis, risk management, marketing or bank operations, this internship offers a well-rounded experience in how banks manage, evaluate, and approve loans, while gaining hands-on exposure to banking operations and customer relations.

Ideal Candidates:

~Majors: Business Management, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Data Analysis, or related fields

~GPA: Minimum 3.0 preferred

~Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

~Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint & Excel)

~Excellent problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills

• Human Resources (HR) Internship
  
  

For students interested in HR, people management, and organizational development, this internship provides hands-on experience in recruitment, employee engagement, and compliance within a professional setting.

Ideal Candidates:

~Majors: Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Organizational Development, or related fields

~GPA: Minimum 3.0 preferred

~Strong verbal and written communication skills

~Ability to work collaboratively with others

~Capacity to handle sensitive information with confidentiality

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

~Perform assignments and projects as directed by leadership

~Utilize project management skills to track progress and meet deadlines

~Build a network within assigned departments and across the organization

~Develop and refine verbal and written communication skills

~Complete assigned coursework and participate in self-learning

~Assist with administrative tasks and departmental support

~Demonstrate initiative and contribute to a collaborative work environment

Minimum Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an accredited degree program
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Strong academic record and analytical skills
• Customer service skills with the ability to respond to internal and external requests
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work in a team environment and manage multiple tasks
• Strong initiative and time management skills
  
  

Why Join Oak Valley Community Bank?

• Real-world exposure to banking operations, finance, HR, and marketing
• Hands-on learning with industry professionals
• Build career connections in a structured, engaging internship
• Competitive compensation and valuable skill-building experience
  
  

If you’re ready to jumpstart your career in banking and gain practical experience in a professional setting, apply today for the Oak Valley Community Bank Early Career Internship Program!

Equal Pay & Opportunity Statement- Oak Valley Community Bank complies with California Equal Pay Act and SB642 requirements. Compensation decisions are based on experience, skills, and business needs, without regard to sex, gender identity, gender expression, race, or any other protected characteristic. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.