About the role#
This internship provides support to the Commercial and CED Department at Midland States Bank. You will assist with recurring tasks and specific projects while gaining exposure to community banking and commercial lending. This is a full-time, paid position for the Summer 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Research prospective businesses and organizations to help build and prioritize a market prospect pipeline.
- Assist the commercial team with relationship preparation, industry insights, and pipeline analysis.
- Support community development activities, including research, documentation, and volunteering.
- Help with Foundation and sponsorship tasks, such as event support and tracking impact through the Kadince platform.
- Identify cross-line referral opportunities for retail, treasury management, wealth, and mortgage services.
- Participate in client meetings, community events, and job-shadowing across various bank departments.
- Develop and present a capstone project focused on market opportunities and business development recommendations.
- Maintain compliance with all banking regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a degree program for business, finance, accounting, economics, or marketing with at least 2 years of college completed.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a strong ability to learn new software programs.
- Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
- A professional, self-motivated, and curious approach to work.
- Experience in banking, financial analysis, customer service, or data analysis is a plus.
- Ability to work well within a team environment.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Rockford, IL. You must reside locally and report to the office.
- The internship runs from mid-May through early August 2027.
- The schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
About Midland States Bank
Midland States Bank is a community-based financial institution founded in 1881. Headquartered in Effingham, Illinois, it operates as the primary subsidiary of Midland States Bancorp, Inc. The bank provides commercial and consumer services including wealth management, mortgage banking, and business equipment financing. It employs between 501 and 1,000 people.
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