About the role#
This is a 12-week paid internship focused on commercial banking. You will learn how the bank assesses credit risk, analyzes financial data, and manages portfolios. The program covers the commercial sales cycle, relationship banking, and the credit decision process.
What you'll do#
- Complete trend reports for borrowing base certificates.
- Handle covenant monitoring and annual credit reviews.
- Attend and participate in loan committees and opportunity memorandum discussions.
- Work with relationship managers on prospecting activities and join client calls.
- Monitor loan maturity dates and recommend renewal strategies.
- Participate in a coordinated community service project.
- Network with Executive and Senior Leadership.
- Present a summary of your experience at the end of the program.
What you'll need#
- You are currently a full-time Bachelor or higher degree-seeking student at an accredited college or university, majoring in Business Administration, Finance, or Economics.
- You have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- You are available to work 40 hours per week from May 17th to August 6th, 2027.
- You are authorized to work in the United States.
- You have a demonstrated interest in the financial services industry.
- You are able and willing to travel periodically throughout the First Merchants footprint.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, Ohio
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment: Full-time
About First Merchants Corporation
First Merchants Corporation is a financial services holding company based in Muncie, Indiana. Founded in 1893, it operates First Merchants Bank and First Merchants Private Wealth Advisors. The company provides commercial and personal banking services alongside investment management. It maintains a presence across Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, and Michigan with over 2,000 employees.
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