BSA Intern

Member FDIC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 Paid Holidays and PTO under MN ESST

Job summary

Bridgewater Bank invites ambitious undergraduates to join our 2027 Summer Intern Cohort on the BSA team. This paid internship blends real-world banking experience with academic learning, empowering you to work on meaningful projects that support our organization’s success.

As a Junior/Senior student, you will conduct enhanced due diligence research, analyze high-risk clients, and prepare presentations for leadership. This on-site internship runs May 25, 2027 to August 20, 2027 in Minnesota.

Qualifications

• Juniors or Seniors currently enrolled in a 4-year bachelor’s degree program.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking capabilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Ability to present clearly to varied audiences.
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct enhanced due diligence research on high-risk clients.
• Perform suspicious transaction reviews and analysis.
• Conduct risk ratings of new bank clients.
• Research laws and regulations related to emerging financial crime risks.
• Take on special projects as assigned by the BSA Officer.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Professional integrity

Relationship building

Education

Junior or Senior in a 4-year bachelor’s program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Kickstart your career in banking with Bridgewater Bank’s 2026 Summer Internship Program! Join a dynamic team where your ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and your growth is our priority.

We’re looking for a motivated intern to join our 2027 Summer Intern Cohort at Bridgewater Bank, working with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) team. Our internship program is designed to immerse students in real-world banking experiences, enhancing their academic learning with meaningful corporate exposure. Interns will apply the knowledge and skills gained in college to impactful projects that contribute to our organization’s success.

Throughout the program, interns will:

• Collaborate with Bridgewater employees on innovative initiatives aligned with our vision.
• Participate in departmental meetings to gain insight into strategic decision-making.
• Lead individual projects and present their work to the Intern Cohort, as well as to our Operational and Senior Leadership Teams.

Program Duration: May 25, 2027 – August 20, 2027

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducting enhanced due diligence research on high-risk clients
• Conducting suspicious transaction reviews and analysis
• Conducting risk ratings of new bank clients
• Researching laws and regulations related to emerging financial crime risks
• Special projects as assigned by the BSA Officer

QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates must be:
  • Juniors and/or Seniors currently enrolled in a 4-year bachelor’s degree program
  • Authorized to work in the United States
• Analytical & Critical Thinking: Strong reasoning skills with the ability to work independently and contribute effectively in a team setting.
• Communication Excellence: Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Presentation Acumen: Confidence and clarity in delivering presentations to various audiences.
• Organizational Strength: Exceptional ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Professional Integrity: Ability to handle confidential information with the highest level of discretion and demonstrated reliability and accountability in all aspects of work.
• Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships across teams and departments.

ABOUT BRIDGEWATER BANK

It all started with a vision in 2005. This vision was to create a full-service, entrepreneurial bank where clients would notice a difference, team members would be challenged to grow, and the culture would be optimistic. Over a decade later, this unconventional attitude laid the foundation of Bridgewater Bank, a nationwide top-performing bank with an award-winning culture.

We’re on a mission to become the finest entrepreneurial bank in the Twin Cities. And it’s working. Join our team and you will be surrounded by remarkable people who want to challenge the status quo and redefine what it means to work in this industry. This journey began in 2005, and it’s just getting started. Will you join us?

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The hourly base pay range for this role is $22/hr. Bridgewater Bank provides:

• 2 Paid Holidays and PTO accrued in compliance with MN ESST Law

PLEASE NOTE

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. It is Bridgewater Bank’s policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits and termination, are made without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

STATUS

Non-Exempt

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