Summer Intern 2027 at Shelby County State Bank in Harlan, IA

Description

Shelby County State Bank (SCSB) is excited to offer an internship opportunity for a motivated student interested in exploring a career in community banking. With thirteen locations across Western Iowa, SCSB has been recognized as a Des Moines Register Best Workplace for the past eleven years. Our culture is rooted in three core values: Family. Service. Community.

This internship reports directly to the Training Manager and provides mentorship from leaders across the organization. Interns will gain hands-on experience in multiple areas of banking while bringing fresh ideas and perspectives to the team.

Requirements

JOB TYPE

Full- time intern (10-12 weeks) from May-August, located in Harlan, Iowa.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Applicants should be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s (B.A. or B.S.) or associate degree program in any field of study. They should be familiar with Microsoft Office programs and demonstrate the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a professional setting. A willingness to learn, along with a positive and team-oriented attitude, is essential.

INTERNSHIP OBJECTIVES:

• Learn the roles within Retail, Lending, Operations, Finance, Marketing, and Management
• Develop customer service skills and gain insight into creating an excellent customer experience.
• Contribute fresh perspectives on existing procedures and projects.
• Understand the values of community banking: Family, Service, and Community.
• Work with mentors for professional development and career guidance.
• Participate in personal and professional development events in collaboration with other Iowa bank internship programs and possibly through the Iowa Bankers Association Internship Program.
• Work on bank projects to provide fresh insight from their college experience and perspective.
• Volunteer in community events.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The intern will primarily work in a professional office setting at SCSB’s headquarters in downtown Harlan, Iowa. Occasional travel may be required to other branch offices across Western Iowa or Omaha, NE to Des Moines for internship-related events. The intern may also be asked to represent SCSB at community activities such as parades, fairs, or other local events.

SCSB is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, religion, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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