2027 Summer Intern - People, Culture & Talent

CIBC Bank USA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) contribution

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

CIBC's Summer Internship Program is a dynamic 10-week experience designed to complement your academic training and support your career aspirations. It blends hands-on assignments, structured training, mentorship, and networking across the bank, with opportunities to engage with executive leadership.

Eligible candidates are pursuing a bachelor’s degree with a 3.0 GPA minimum, should be authorized to work in the U.S., and graduating between December 2027 and June 2028.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree with expected graduation between Dec 2027 and Jun 2028.
• 3.0 GPA minimum.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Learn through hands-on assignments, structured training, and exposure to both technical and analytical skill development.
• Connect by networking across the bank, engaging with employees and fellow interns, and meeting with our executive leadership team.
• Grow through mentorship, leadership support, and community outreach, while developing both soft and hard skills essential for your future career.

Skills

Communication

HR Business

HR Organization

Meeting Organization

Operational HR

Organizational Talent

Talent Acquisition

Talent Management

Talent Recruitment

Training and Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in progress

Job description

About the Program

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients. At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute. To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com.

CIBC’s Summer Internship Program is a dynamic, 10‑week experience (June through August) designed to complement your academic training and support your career aspirations. Centered around the core theme of Learn, Connect, Grow, the program offers a comprehensive blend of opportunities to expand your skills and professional network. At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on‑site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.

Internship Responsibilities

As an intern, you will:

• Learn through hands‑on assignments, structured training, and exposure to both technical and analytical skill development.


• Connect by networking across the bank, engaging with employees and fellow interns, and meeting with our executive leadership team.


• Grow through mentorship, leadership support, and community outreach, while developing both soft and hard skills essential for your future career.

Who You Are

• 3.0 GPA minimum.


• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, analytical and problem‑solving skills.


• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.


• To be eligible for this position, you must be authorized to work in the U.S.


• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree, with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.

How You’ll Succeed

• Support Internship Program Coordination: Assist in organizing and executing early talent programs, including leader connect sessions, peer networking events, & professional development workshops.


• Project Management: Coordinate with the early talent team to complete ad hoc projects throughout the program.


• Monitor Program Metrics: Collect feedback, track participation, and compile data to support continuous improvement efforts in the program.


• Engage with Internal Partners: Build relationships across the HR team & cross‑functional teams to support projects & build relationships across the bank.

Pay and Benefits

This role has an expected hourly rate of $25.00 per hour for the State of Illinois market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position.

• CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our intern's needs; including 401(k) contribution, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave and Vacation), and Holidays, in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members.

This position does not offer visa sponsorship.

Location and Employment Details

• Job Location: IL-Chicago, 120 S LaSalle St Fl 8.


• Employment Type: Temporary (Fixed Term).


• Weekly Hours: 40.


• Expected End Date: 2027-08-13.

Skills

• Communication


• HR Business


• HR Organization


• Meeting Organization


• Operational HR


• Organizational Talent


• Talent Acquisition


• Talent Management


• Talent Recruitment


• Training and Development

Inclusivity

CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact [e-mail]. You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

Additional Notes

We may ask you to complete an attribute‑based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

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At CIBC, we are in business to help our clients, employees and shareholders achieve what is important to them. Our ability to create value for all CIBC stakeholders is driven by a business culture based on common values: Trust, Teamwork and Accountability. Working with CIBC makes you a part of a work environment committed to our clients, employees and communities - a place where you can excel. Every day, our 48,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.