What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensing Associate Intern LTE position at State of Wisconsin?
Introduction
Attention college students and recent graduates! Are you looking for an internship opportunity to demonstrate your training in financial analysis, regulatory compliance, and customer service skills? Are you a quick learner who excels at independent research, problem solving, and attention to detail?
Apply your expertise by joining our collaborative banking and licensing teams as a Licensing Associate (License Permit Program Associate) with the Department of Financial Institutions!
What We Are Looking For: A customer service focused individual who can support our financial services and banking regulatory teams in a fast-paced environment with a variety of competing priorities and responsibilities.
This limited term position is headquartered at and required to work from the Hill Farms State Office Building on the near west side of Madison, WI at least 2 days per week. We are also conveniently located close to the restaurants, shopping, and entertainment of the Hilldale Mall. This position offers a hybridized work schedule. All employees working a hybrid work schedule are generally expected to telework from within the State of Wisconsin. This topic will be discussed more at the time of the interview.
DFI is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we provide:
Position Summary
As a Licensing Associate Intern, You Will Assist In Providing Financial And Analytical Research And Support To The Examination Functions Of The Department, As Well As Licensing Support Functions For Various Financial Services Industries Regulated By The Department. In Addition, This Position Will Review And Assess Applications Filed And Assist With The Administrative Functions Of The Department, Including Responding To Inquiries From Consumers. For Example, Some Of These Duties Include:
This position is in schedule-range (02-11) with a salary of $18.50 - $20 per hour, depending on experience.
Job Details
Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check.
This state agency does not sponsor work visas. This state agency is not enrolled in USCIS E-Verify and is not eligible to employ international F-1 students seeking STEM-OPT extension. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.
This is a Limited Term Employment (LTE) position and limited to 1,039 hours in 26 consecutive pay periods (1 year).
Wisconsin Residency Is Required For Limited Term Employment Positions.
Limited Term Employment (LTE) positions are not civil service classified positions, do not give any rights to permanent civil service classified positions and do not lead to permanent status.
Qualifications
Minimally qualified candidates must detail their training or experience in all of the following areas in order to be considered:
Apply online! To apply, click “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don’t have an account. Once you are logged in, click “Apply for Job.” Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Apply online! To apply, click “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don’t have an account. Once you are logged in, click “Apply for Job.” Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
This application requires you to submit a resume and letter of qualifications. Within your resume and letter of qualifications, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to items listed in the “Qualifications” section of the job announcement. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes or letters of qualifications submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3.
Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For general wisc.jobs user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page. Questions related to obtaining the job description and details about this specific job posting can be directed to Vicki Kaul at vicki.kaul@dot.wi.gov or 608-261-6302.
Deadline to Apply
All application materials must be received by 11:59p.m. CST on April 12th, 2026.
Attention college students and recent graduates! Are you looking for an internship opportunity to demonstrate your training in financial analysis, regulatory compliance, and customer service skills? Are you a quick learner who excels at independent research, problem solving, and attention to detail?
Apply your expertise by joining our collaborative banking and licensing teams as a Licensing Associate (License Permit Program Associate) with the Department of Financial Institutions!
What We Are Looking For: A customer service focused individual who can support our financial services and banking regulatory teams in a fast-paced environment with a variety of competing priorities and responsibilities.
This limited term position is headquartered at and required to work from the Hill Farms State Office Building on the near west side of Madison, WI at least 2 days per week. We are also conveniently located close to the restaurants, shopping, and entertainment of the Hilldale Mall. This position offers a hybridized work schedule. All employees working a hybrid work schedule are generally expected to telework from within the State of Wisconsin. This topic will be discussed more at the time of the interview.
DFI is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we provide:
- A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position’s requirements
- A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals and overall well-being
Position Summary
As a Licensing Associate Intern, You Will Assist In Providing Financial And Analytical Research And Support To The Examination Functions Of The Department, As Well As Licensing Support Functions For Various Financial Services Industries Regulated By The Department. In Addition, This Position Will Review And Assess Applications Filed And Assist With The Administrative Functions Of The Department, Including Responding To Inquiries From Consumers. For Example, Some Of These Duties Include:
- Developing and analyzing monitoring reports to assess regulatory compliance.
- Reviewing and tracking required filings by licensees.
- Drafting professional correspondence and regulatory reports.
- Reviewing online and paper/electronic applications received for completeness, appropriate fees, and signatures as required.
- Utilizing internal systems to independently respond to phone calls, emails, and consumer complaints in a friendly, professional, and helpful manner.
- Providing a variety of programmatic and confidential support for Division staff.
This position is in schedule-range (02-11) with a salary of $18.50 - $20 per hour, depending on experience.
Job Details
Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check.
This state agency does not sponsor work visas. This state agency is not enrolled in USCIS E-Verify and is not eligible to employ international F-1 students seeking STEM-OPT extension. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.
This is a Limited Term Employment (LTE) position and limited to 1,039 hours in 26 consecutive pay periods (1 year).
Wisconsin Residency Is Required For Limited Term Employment Positions.
Limited Term Employment (LTE) positions are not civil service classified positions, do not give any rights to permanent civil service classified positions and do not lead to permanent status.
Qualifications
Minimally qualified candidates must detail their training or experience in all of the following areas in order to be considered:
- Reviewing financial statements (including balance sheets, income statements, and/or statements of cash flows.)
- Reviewing, interpreting and/or applying county, state or federal rules and/or regulations.
- Experience providing administrative support in an office environment, (such as maintaining files and records, responding to customer phone and email inquiries using effective communication skills, and utilizing Microsoft Office Suite products and/or other database systems.)
- Analyzing financial statements to assess financial condition.
- Reviewing/processing application materials for licensure (e.g. reviewing, approving, denying, etc.)
- Working in a financial institution, financial services industry, or financial regulatory agency.
Apply online! To apply, click “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don’t have an account. Once you are logged in, click “Apply for Job.” Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Apply online! To apply, click “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don’t have an account. Once you are logged in, click “Apply for Job.” Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
This application requires you to submit a resume and letter of qualifications. Within your resume and letter of qualifications, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to items listed in the “Qualifications” section of the job announcement. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes or letters of qualifications submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3.
Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For general wisc.jobs user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page. Questions related to obtaining the job description and details about this specific job posting can be directed to Vicki Kaul at vicki.kaul@dot.wi.gov or 608-261-6302.
Deadline to Apply
All application materials must be received by 11:59p.m. CST on April 12th, 2026.
Salary : $19 - $20