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2026 Summer Intern- Learning & Development

SmartBank and Careers
Knoxville, TN Intern
POSTED ON 12/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/19/2026

What we offer you:

As a Learning & Development intern, you will have the opportunity to join the SmartBank team by completing meaningful project work that is designed to drive the company forward. This project work will challenge you to work independently and collaboratively across various teams in the company. Our multifunctional teams will provide you with ample resources and opportunities to interact with multiple leaders and talented professionals throughout the organization.

Your role as a L&D Intern

  • Upholds SmartBank Core Values and Core Purpose of Act with Integrity, Be Enthusiastic, Create Positivity, Demonstrate Accountability and Embrace Change.
  • Follow and embrace the SmartBank Way
  • Exposure to internal communication processes by assisting with Newsletter Management, Intranet Content Creation, Internal Event Coordination, and Video Content Creation.
  • Develop a comprehensive dashboard to track communications and engagement KPIs and measure ROI.
  • Site audits and Workday Learning Management System assistance.
  • Opportunities to work on personalized projects depending on the intern’s interests and professional goals.
  • Complies with all applicable federal, state, and local banking and industry related laws and regulations.

Qualifications for the Ideal Candidate

To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:

  • Rising Junior, Senior, or recent graduate majoring in Communications, Human Resources, or other Business-related majors.
  • Strong written/oral communication skills
  • Microsoft Office experience with SharePoint a plus
  • Basic understanding of design and media management (experience with Canva or other design tools a plus).
  • Time management and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, taking direction from multiple stakeholders.
  • Experience with event planning, project coordination, or creating digital content is a plus.
  • Enthusiasm for internal communications, employee engagement, and/or organizational development.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
  • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills

Our 2026 Summer Internship will take place from May 18th, 2026, through August 2026. This is a paid internship at $15/hour, with interns working an average of 30 hours per week.

About Us:

SmartBank is rooted in our core values: Acting with Integrity, Being Enthusiastic, Creating Positivity, Demonstrating Accountability, and Embracing Change. Our team lives and breathes these values to fulfill our core purpose: creating "WOW" experiences for our clients. For over 15 years, we've been delivering on this purpose in Tennessee, Alabama, and Florida, and we're continuously expanding our reach. Our team is empowered to care for our clients and actively participate in the communities we serve. At SmartBank, we prioritize individual needs, set high expectations, and celebrate achievements – that's the SmartBank way.

Are you ready to be part of the SmartBank Team? Create your WOW experience this summer!

Education

Required
  • High School or better

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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