What are the responsibilities and job description for the Banking Academy at UCLA - Fall 2026 position at River City Bank?
Description
Ready to explore a dynamic career in banking?
River City Bank is hosting Banking Academy, a 9-week immersive program, at UCLA starting in September 2026. Through Banking Academy, you’ll gain insider knowledge of the banking industry and discover how commercial banks drive critical sectors like commercial real estate and clean energy. This program offers:
- Career Insights – Explore roles and growth opportunities in banking and finance
- Industry Impact – Understand how banks influence industries and local communities
- Hands-On Learning – Complete a real-world underwriting case study and discuss your findings with a panel of River City Bank executive leaders
Sessions will be held on Wednesdays from 2:00 – 4:00 pm, starting on Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026.
Requirements
Banking Academy is designed for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree, and is ideal for those in their sophomore, junior, or senior year of study.
Specifically, candidates must have:
- Minimum cumulative 3.5 GPA
- Undergraduate major in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or related
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Please note that while the Bank screens and selects applicants for Banking Academy, selected participants are not "hired". Participants do not produce any tangible work for the Bank and are not employees of River City Bank.
This is an unpaid educational program.
Additional Comments
River City Bank is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity. Individuals seeking employment or internships at River City Bank are considered without regards to ancestry, age, color, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran/military status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.
Note: River City Bank does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
For CA residents please read the Notice at Collection - California before applying.