About the role#
This is a full-time, paid summer internship for 2027. You will work within our Commercial Banking division to build your professional network and develop technical skills in a credit analyst role. The program runs for 12 weeks from May through August, requiring 40 hours per week. You will join a cohort for various activities, community service projects, and professional development sessions.
What you'll do#
- Work with colleagues to meet business objectives.
- Learn the approval process for commercial loans.
- Analyze credit and financial information for businesses and individuals to determine risk.
- Generate and interpret financial ratios to evaluate financial conditions.
- Spread balance sheets and income statements using specialized software.
- Perform collateral analysis for current and prospective customers.
- Underwrite and present a full Credit Approval Presentation for annual reviews and renewals.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a U.S. college or university, preferably entering your junior or senior year.
- A concentration in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or Economics.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- An interest in financial analysis and corporate finance.
- Demonstrated leadership, extracurricular, or volunteering experience.
- Authorization to work permanently in the U.S. now and in the future (no sponsorship provided).
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $19.00 per hour.
About Wintrust Financial Corporation
Wintrust Financial Corporation provides financial services through banking, wealth management, and specialty finance sectors. Founded in 1991, the company maintains its headquarters in Rosemont, Illinois. It employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people. The firm specializes in treasury management, commercial insurance premium financing, and short-term accounts receivable financing.
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