Credit Analysis & Operations Intern

Notre Dame; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Networking opportunities

Mentorship and guidance

Hands-on experience in agricultural‑f​

Job summary

Notre Dame in Grand Rapids, MI offers an internship in agricultural lending, focusing on learning credit underwriting in the agriculture sector. You will support process improvements, input and analyze financial data, and stay updated on industry developments.

The role emphasizes mentorship, hands-on experience, and collaboration with the Credit Leadership team to drive impactful projects in a rural communities context.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in agriculture, business, finance, accounting, or economics.
• Agriculture background or interest preferred.
• Sophomore status or above in academic program.
• Minimum GPA of 3.00.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with an experienced Agricultural Lending Credit Analyst to learn credit underwriting specific to agriculture.
• Support review and improvement of business processes and systems by gathering requirements, defining needs, and testing enhancements for the Credit department.
• Input, analyze, and present financial information using analysis software to impact lending decisions.
• Stay informed on agricultural industries and national agriculture news to understand industry dynamics affecting lending strategies.
• Collaborate with the Credit Leadership team to support departmental projects and contribute to organizational goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree (pursuing) in Agriculture, Business, Finance, Accounting, or Economics

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Your Role

Here's what you will be doing:

• Work closely with an experienced Agricultural Lending Credit Analyst to learn credit underwriting specific to agriculture.
• Support review and improvement of business processes and systems by gathering requirements, defining needs, and testing enhancements for the Credit department.
• Input, analyze, and present financial information using analysis software to impact lending decisions.
• Stay informed on agricultural industries and national agriculture news to understand industry dynamics affecting lending strategies.
• Collaborate with the Credit Leadership team to support departmental projects and contribute to organizational goals.

About You

The company is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements:

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in agriculture, Business, Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
• Agriculture background or interest preferred.
• Sophomore status or above in academic program.
• Minimum GPA of 3.00.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn.

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid internship at $20 per hour.

Training & Development

• Hands-on experience in agricultural finance.
• Networking opportunities with industry professionals.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
• Opportunity to work on meaningful projects impacting rural communities.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment.