Small Business Intern (Summer 2024)

Minimum Hourly Rate:
$18.00
Recognizing and valuing diversity strengthens our ability to attract, retain and engage associates and reinforces our relationship within our communities. Our associates are the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge and talent that our associates invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and company's achievement as well.
A Centier Associate is someone who embodies a servant heart, is unaccepting of anything less than remarkable service, and is self-motivated and driven to deliver exceptional results.
What are our values? Our Corporate values are Caring, Loyalty, Integrity, Friendship, Fun....who wouldn't want to work for an AWARD-WINNING company that's built on these pillars?
What about the perks? Access to our Marathon Health Clinics which provide FREE visits & prescriptions, Generous Paid Time Off benefit, Tuition Reimbursement, 401K match, Associate Stock Ownership Plan, Daycare Reimbursement, FREE Onsite Fitness Center/Fitness Reimbursements, Health and Wellness Programs, the ability to have a voice with our Diversity/Equity/Inclusion Council, Career Growth, Work/Life Balance, AND MORE.
Visa sponsorship and relocation are not available for this position.
This is a paid internship ($18/hour) starting in May 2024. Hours are M-F 8a-5p.
SUMMARY: Centier Bank's Summer Internship Program is designed to develop technical skills, business acumen and leadership abilities of college students. During the 12-week program, students will have the opportunity to learn and perform assignments in our Small Business Department, enabling them to gain a broader perspective of banking, along with exposure to leadership of the department. Candidates are chosen based on the college students' career interests, goals, and skills. This role would require up to 40 hours a week and would work at various Centier Bank locations in Lake and Porter County. This is a paid internship.
This program provides college participants with dedicated support and professional development opportunities that include:

• Program mentor
• Designated supervisor(s)
• Learning & Development sessions
• Comprehensive orientation to the Bank
• Social Events
• Capstone project presented to senior leadership

TheSmall BusinessIntern will focus within our Small Business department, supporting the team with day-to-day tasks, ad hoc projects, and key initiatives as assigned. The intern will learn about managing client relationships, credit, building a book of business, and the process of proactively reaching out to prospects to ensure new account acquisition. The intern will shadow professionals engaged in all areas of our Small Business department. The intern will also learn about the interdependencies of the Small Business and Retail teams.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• The internship at Centier is an opportunity to independently solve a critical business problem and contribute real-value to a fast-paced team.
• The intern is faced with a timely question or challenge from the Bank's business partners to think strategically and cross-functionally to provide a comprehensive recommendation during their final presentation.
• Interns have full support from a mentor and department supervisors specific to each area of business within department of study.
• The role requires significant interaction with various functions as a part of the project - marketing, finance, data analytics, tech solutions and retail/business banking to help bring the project to life.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple deliverables and follow up on items, as necessary.
• Self-starter, motivated, and looking to provide value in all activities.
• Ability to learn new information quickly.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills are a necessity.
• The ability and desire to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
• Confident and friendly communication skills; strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability for accuracy and thoroughness.
• Leadership, teamwork, and client servicing ability.
• A well-rounded character, appreciating diversity and valuing inclusion.
• A strong sense of resiliency and maintaining professionalism in all situations.
• Knowledge and interest in Centier Bank and the financial services industry.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Current college enrollment in a related major/field of study
• You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. Relocation expenses are not provided.

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