Banking Intern

About Us:

First Southern National Bank is a community and relationship-driven bank serving twelve counties throughout Central and Western KY. Our home office is based in Stanford, with a population of 3,000. After celebrating our 40th anniversary, our passion for building a great company has never been stronger. We recognize that we have been given an opportunity to use our example, our influence, and our resources to help others make wise financial decisions, and our desire is to do just that.

Internship Overview:

Our internship program is designed to invest in the future generation of talent. This eleven-week program is centered around the principles of continuous learning, financial stewardship, building relationships, and community involvement, striving to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our interns and the communities we serve.

Banking Intern Position Overview:

The Banking Intern will be able to grow personally and professionally through real-life work experiences and mentoring relationships. This position will support operational and customer service functions at First Southern National Bank in Princeton, KY. The intern will perform a variety of projects and tasks, gaining exposure to all aspects of bank operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Learn and understand the products and services offered by First Southern.
• Provide prompt, efficient, and accurate service in processing transactions and assisting customers.
• Shadow experienced professionals to understand relationship management practices.
• Attend various loan committee meetings to get total exposure to bank lending.
• Observe and support prospecting and business development efforts.
• Learn about compliance and regulatory requirements within the banking industry.
• Represent First Southern both in conduct and appearance in a courteous, professional manner.
• Participate actively and constructively in cross-functional teams as needed.
• Experience training and development from various team members in all bank departments.
• Build relationships both internally and externally through community outreach and events.

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a degree in business, finance, economics, or another related field.
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an interest in relationship building.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges.

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.