About the role#
The Community Impact Intern will support our corporate social responsibility efforts during the Summer 2027 term. You will work with our team to track community partnerships, manage volunteer initiatives, and assist in the development of our annual Community Impact Report. This is a full-time, paid position based on-site in Rosemont, Illinois.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the planning, creation, and launch of the Community Impact Report.
- Develop communication collateral for both internal and external audiences.
- Collect testimonials from employees, community members, and customers.
- Maintain accurate records for partner organizations, including contact details, board representation, and event schedules.
- Manage events and pull reports using our volunteer software platform, including training others on the system.
- Attend community events as needed.
- Gather partner metrics and monitor internal data related to volunteer hours and nonprofit board involvement.
- Research financial education topics and benchmark our work against industry leaders.
- Handle administrative tasks such as invoice processing and Employee Match reporting.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a U.S. college or university, ideally entering your junior or senior year.
- A major in Communications, Psychology, Sociology, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Completion of at least one Accounting course.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Demonstrated leadership, volunteering, or extra-curricular experience.
- A strong focus on results.
- Permanent authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship.
Location & details#
- This internship is located in Rosemont, Illinois.
- The program runs for 12 weeks from May through August 2027.
- This is a full-time, 40-hour per week role paid at $19.00 per hour.
- You will participate in development opportunities and events with the intern cohort.
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.
How to get in at Wintrust Financial Corporation
Securing an internship at Wintrust Financial Corporation requires speed because early applicants are often reviewed before the candidate pool becomes unmanageable. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, which helps you apply among the first. Getting your application in early is a practical way to ensure your resume is seen by the team. You can navigate the job search with more confidence when you are not waiting for a manual refresh of the careers page. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company roles so you can reach out directly to ask about the position or a referral. Direct outreach often improves your response rates compared to submitting into a queue. It is a more effective way to show interest than relying solely on an automated system.
