About the role#
The Branch Intern role is a hands-on, summer position at our Lancaster branch. You will work alongside experienced staff to learn how a community bank operates. This role involves observing both deposit and loan operations, including customer service, account management, and regulatory compliance. You will also participate in professional development activities, networking, and a final capstone project.
What you'll do#
- Shadow the deposit team to learn teller transactions, cash handling, drawer balancing, and the new account-opening process.
- Sit in on customer interactions to see how staff identify needs and recommend products.
- Learn about account maintenance, debit card services, online and mobile banking, and fraud prevention.
- Shadow loan officers through the lending process, including an introduction to credit analysis and underwriting basics.
- Observe experienced professionals to understand relationship management.
- Learn about compliance and regulatory requirements in the banking industry.
- Complete a summer project and present your takeaways to branch and leadership staff.
- Participate in developmental and professional activities.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a college or university, or recent graduation.
- A major in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Professional demeanor and dependability.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
Location & details#
- Location: Lancaster, Kentucky.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Part-time, paid.
About First Southern National Bank
First Southern National Bank provides banking services to customers across Central and Western Kentucky. Founded in 1982, the company maintains branches in 12 Kentucky counties. It offers consumer and commercial lending alongside mobile and online banking options. The bank operates as a privately held institution with a staff of 201 to 500 employees.
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