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Job Description
Turn Curiosity Into a Career. Build Relationships. Analyze Businesses. Make an Impact.
Commercial Banking Summer Intern
Looking for a summer internship that gives you more than just a line on your resume? Want to work directly with business clients, learn how companies access capital to grow, and see how banking helps power local economies?
At Rockland Trust, we believe internships should be meaningful, hands-on, and career-building. As a valued member of our team, you'll work on real projects, contribute to important business initiatives, and gain firsthand exposure to the world of commercial banking. Along the way, you'll build professional skills, expand your network, and learn from experienced bankers who are invested in your success.
Many of our interns have gone on to build long-term careers at the Bank, and we're committed to creating an environment where you can learn, grow, and discover where your career interests can take you.
Why Rockland Trust?
Rockland Trust is a community-focused bank with a long history of helping individuals, businesses, and communities thrive throughout New England. Through commercial lending, treasury management, credit services, and relationship banking, we partner with businesses at every stage of growth.
Our culture is built on collaboration, integrity, innovation, and a genuine commitment to supporting our employees' development. As an intern, you'll experience what it's like to work at a leading community bank while gaining exposure to a dynamic and rewarding industry.
We are seeking motivated, ambitious rising juniors and seniors to join our Commercial Banking Summer Internship Program and gain practical experience in commercial banking while learning directly from experienced professionals.
What You'll Do
Gain Real Exposure to Commercial Banking
As a Commercial Banking Summer Intern, you'll work closely with Relationship Managers and Commercial Banking professionals while gaining insight into lending, client relationship management, financial analysis, and business development.
This is a unique opportunity to see how banks help businesses grow, finance new opportunities, and navigate financial challenges.
You'll have the chance to contribute to meaningful work while developing skills that are highly valued across banking, finance, consulting, and business leadership careers.
Key Responsibilities
As a Commercial Banking Intern, you will:
- Assist Relationship Managers in managing client portfolios, preparing reports, and conducting financial analysis.
- Conduct research on industry trends, competitive activity, and client markets.
- Support the loan application process, including documentation, underwriting support, and client onboarding activities.
- Help maintain accurate client records and assist with reporting for internal meetings and executive presentations.
- Participate in data analysis projects that help support business decisions.
- Attend team meetings and collaborate across departments on various initiatives.
- Conduct targeted research projects to support departmental objectives.
- Participate in customer outreach efforts to better understand client needs and identify business opportunities.
- Work alongside experienced banking professionals to gain practical exposure to relationship management and commercial lending.
- Participate in collaborative summer intern projects, partnering with fellow interns to solve a meaningful business challenge and present recommendations to organizational leadership.
What You'll Learn
Throughout the summer, you'll gain valuable exposure to:
- Commercial lending and credit processes.
- Client relationship management and business development.
- Financial statement analysis and business performance evaluation.
- Commercial banking operations and strategy.
- Industry and market research techniques.
- Executive reporting and data analysis.
- Professional communication and presentation skills.
- Team collaboration and project management.
- Cross-functional business operations within a leading community bank.
You'll see firsthand how financial institutions partner with businesses and communities, providing valuable context that extends well beyond the classroom.
What You'll Gain
This internship is designed to help you build a strong foundation for future career success.
By the end of the program, you'll have:
- Hands-on experience supporting real commercial banking activities.
- Exposure to lending, client management, financial analysis, and business operations.
- Opportunities to network with commercial bankers, business leaders, and industry professionals.
- Mentorship from experienced leaders within Commercial Banking.
- Practical experience applying classroom knowledge to real-world business situations.
- Stronger analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Executive presentation experience through the summer intern project.
- A broader understanding of career opportunities within banking and financial services.
- Meaningful accomplishments and project experience that will help differentiate you as you begin your career.
The Summer Intern Experience
In addition to your day-to-day responsibilities, you'll participate in a collaborative summer intern project designed to enhance your leadership, teamwork, and presentation skills.
Through this experience, you'll:
- Partner with interns from across the organization.
- Tackle a real business challenge.
- Develop recommendations and innovative solutions.
- Learn how to present ideas effectively to senior leaders.
- Expand your network throughout the Bank.
This project provides valuable real-world experience while helping you build confidence as a future business professional.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Currently enrolled as a rising junior or senior at an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in:Finance Economics Business Or a related field
- Excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret financial data and develop meaningful insights.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to interact professionally with clients, colleagues, and business partners.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interest in commercial banking, financial services, and business operations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous internship or work experience in banking, finance, or related fields.
- Familiarity with credit analysis or financial modeling.
- A proactive mindset and team-oriented approach.
- Rising junior or senior standing.
Who Should Apply?
This internship is ideal for students who enjoy working with people, analyzing businesses, solving problems, and learning how organizations grow and succeed. Whether you're interested in banking, corporate finance, consulting, investment analysis, sales, or business leadership, this experience will provide valuable insight into the financial services industry while helping you develop skills that will benefit you throughout your career.
If you're ready to challenge yourself, learn from industry professionals, build meaningful connections, and gain hands-on experience in commercial banking, we'd love to have you join us this summer.
At Rockland Trust you'll find a respectful and inclusive environment where everyone is given the chance to succeed. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
