Credit Intern
See what Commercial Banking is all about with Mercantile Bank. Learn from an experienced, professional team of community-based mentors. We are looking to hire Credit Interns in Grand Rapids, MI. Receive the best Commercial Credit training in the state and then have an opportunity to continue a career in banking with us after graduation.
As a Credit Intern you will join a team of college students that work with us for one full year. Our internship starts May 27th with full time training. You will work full time during the summer months and part time during the school year. Don't worry, school comes first. We hope that you can work at least 15 hours per week while attending school.
This position earns a competitive starting pay with many career paths and advancement opportunities. We have beautiful workspaces with sit-to-stand desks, open spaces to collaborate with others, and close mentors.
Who we are
With over 40 locations, nearly 700 employees, and $5.6 billion in total assets, Mercantile Bank has grown to be Michigan's largest community bank. What does it mean to be a community bank? Of course, we provide innovative financial products and services in a highly professional and personalized manner, but our dedication to serving our customers and communities doesn't stop there. Through our knowledgeable and service-focused team, we aim to make banking easier for people, and we are committed to building and strengthening relationships in the diverse communities we serve.
What you will do as a Credit Intern
You will start your experience as a Credit Intern with a group of other energetic college students who are ready to learn what it takes to have a career in banking and finance. You will work full-time during the summer and your first several weeks will be filled with required credit training in Grand Rapids, MI. After your training is complete you will work with full-time Credit Analysts and learn how to conduct thorough assessments of client financial information. You will learn how companies make money by examining crucial factors such as cash flow, collateral, and guarantor support. You will understand the value of strong communication skills (written and verbal) in a professional office environment by learning what it takes to support a growing commercial lending team.
During your year-long internship, you will have the opportunity to explore what a career in banking would look and feel like. You may participate in job shadows with other departments and are encouraged to participate in community activities.
You will have regular coaching sessions with your manager to ask questions and gain valuable insights to your career and education. Take full advantage of working alongside other college students and community-oriented professionals to build your network.
What you need to be successful
Are you ambitious and eager to learn? Do you take pride in sticking to a task until it's complete? Are you attentive to detail? Do you take initiative? Are you mathematically and analytically minded? If yes, you might just be perfect for this position!
In addition to the competencies listed above we look for the following when considering our top candidates:
- Working to achieve a Bachelor's degree in business, preferably in finance or accounting.
- College GPA of 3.2, 3.5 or higher preferred.
- Previous internship experience in business or finance is preferred.
- Desire to pursue a career in banking preferred.
- This position will work out of our main office in Grand Rapids, MI. Since this position is for one year, Credit Interns will need to have housing established during this time.
Work Schedule
As a Credit Analyst Intern, you will work with us for one year. Your schedule will be full-time during the summer and part-time during the school year. We will work with your school schedule during the school year. Most of our interns work 15-20 hours.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
https://mercbank.applicantpro.com/jobs/3489408-440564.html