Intern

First State Community Bank; Missouri; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodging assistance

Meals provided during on-site dates

Job summary

First State Community Bank in Farmington, MO is seeking Juniors and Seniors for its Internship Program. You will gain hands-on banking exposure, work with wealth management and insurance services, and support customer experiences during a structured summer timeline.

Applicants should be pursuing a bachelor’s degree, demonstrate strong communication and teamwork, and be ready to participate in professional development activities and on-site activities in Farmington, MO.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Junior or Senior level college students preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on experience in banking, wealth management, insurance services, and related support roles.
• Support day-to-day customer service and banking operations.
• Assist teams with community initiatives and internal processes.

Skills

Exceptional customer service

Effective communication

Willingness to learn

Ability to present

Teamwork

Community involvement

Education

Bachelor's degree candidate

Junior or Senior year

Job description

InternFirst State Interns - Shaping Tomorrow's Leaders by Investing in Your PotentialFirst State Community Bank, First State Financial Management and First State Insurance Agency are locally owned and operated companies serving residents and businesses of Southeast and Central Missouri. We pride ourselves in our deep-rooted commitment to community and our dedication to making these communities stronger by helping people and organizations achieve and protect their financial success. We offer comprehensive banking services including wealth management and insurance solutions.As we continue to expand our services, we take pride in nurturing local talent within our communities which is why we're excited to welcome Juniors and Seniors to support the financial well-being of their neighbors. Even if you are not majoring in business, you will be provided the unique ability to work hands-on either directly with customers or those that support our customer base.Applications are open November 1st - January 31st.Intern program runs June 8th - July 27th*.*Actual dates will vary depending upon the assigned location. All interns are expected to participate in our professional development activities that take place from June - July. See below for a detailed breakout of our timeline.About Working Here:Here are some key traits you should keep in mind when deciding if First State is the right fit for you:Professionalism - display the competence, good judgement, and friendly, respectful behavior expected of a highly-skilled person of excellenceService - choose actions that reveal your internal passion to help others succeedAdaptability - consider different ideas and perspectives respectfully, appreciate diversity, and choose new actions and approaches when necessary to accomplish goalsAccountability - always act with integrity and character, openly accept responsibility for your decisions and their impact on othersCourage - manage personal discomfort and choose appropriate actions in the face of new, unpredictable or challenging situationsInitiative - identity, assess and proactively seize opportunities to improve your work, career, our business and communityResilience - face obstacles with a positive attitude, learn from setbacks, and embrace new challenges with optimism and energyWhat You Can Expect:Possibility of future career opportunitiesCompetitive internship compensationOpportunity to participate in exclusive professional development activitiesSupportive, caring, and safe learning environmentTo work, learn and network with knowledgeable, established business professionals (over 60 employees with 25+ years!)Hands-on experience in banking, wealth management, insurance services and various support rolesMeaningful projects and duties that contribute to the company's bottom lineWhat We Expect:Work as part of a team to create exceptional customer and employee experiencesTo be a consistent advocate and ambassador of First State corporate values both inside and outside the bankDisplay professionalism in regard to company policies, dress code and workplace etiquetteEagerness to learn and growOn-site attendance in Farmington, MO is required for Orientation week: 6/8/2027 - 6/10/2027On-site attendance in Farmington, MO is requested for Intern Expo: 7/26/2027 & 7/27/2027A minimum 8 week commitmentQualificationsEducation:Currently pursuing a bachelors degree from an accredited institutionJunior or Senior level college students preferredSkills that Will Benefit You as an Intern:Exceptional customer serviceEffective communicationWillingness to learnAbility to make presentationsTeamworkCommitment to community involvementOther:Must be at least 18 years of ageAbility to relocate to assigned location requiredOn-site attendance in Farmington, MO is required for Orientation week: 6/8/2027 - 6/10/2027On-site attendance in Farmington, MO is requested for Intern Expo: 7/26/2027 & 7/27/2027Lodging expenses and most meals covered for required and requested on-site datesAdditional InformationInternship Program Timeline:November 1: Application Process OpensJanuary 31: Application Process ClosesFebruary: Phone Screen Interviews ScheduledMarch: Interviews Conducted/Offers Made/Locations ConfirmedMay: Orientation Week Details Sent via EmailJune: Internship Begins - On-site attendance in Farmington, MO is required for Orientation week: Tuesday, June 8, 2027 - Thursday, June 10, 2027July: Internship Ends - On-site attendance in Farmington, MO is requested for Intern Expo: Monday, July 26,2027 & Tuesday, July 27, 2027Being a First Stater . . .Being a First Stater means that you roll up your sleeves and dig in. It means you work hard and do your best. It means that you enjoy learning new skills and are always eager to improve. It means you help the team by being a great teammate. It means you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of our customers and our communities. It means you consistently find new ways to improve our organization.Do you have what it takes to be a First Stater?Make a Difference - Apply Now!First State Bancshares, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.