Intern - Arvest 2027 Internship - Business & Finance

Arvest Bank Group; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Networking opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Arvest Bank offers the Intern Program 2027 across Business & Finance, Tech & Analytics, Operations & Logistics, Corporate Strategy & Infrastructure, and Creative & Culture tracks. Interns will be mentored, participate in professional development sessions, and work on cross-functional projects delivering strategic recommendations to executive leadership.

Must be enrolled and within 24 months of graduation, reside within the four-state footprint, and be available May 17, 2027 – July 23, 2027.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program with an anticipated graduation date within 24 months of the internship start date.
• Academic coursework or relevant project experience must align with the functional area of the internship.

Responsibilities

• Complete assignments as assigned within the functional area of your internship.
• Work collaboratively or independently, depending on the assignment.
• Support day-to-day operations and contribute to the team’s goals.
• Understands and complies with bank policy, laws, regulations, and the bank's BSA/AML Program, as applicable to job duties.
• Other duties and special projects may be assigned.

Skills

Self-motivation

Organizational skills

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Business & Finance

Tech & Analytics

Operations & Logistics

Corporate Strategy & Infrastructure

Creative & Culture

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

Pay is based on a number of factors including the successful candidate’s job-related knowledge and skills, qualifications, and prior experience. Arvest offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, including a full range of health and life, financial, and wellness benefits. For more information about benefits, please visit www.arvest.com/careers/benefits

Arvest Internship 2027 Business & Finance

Please only apply to one internship that best aligns with your major posting at Arvest

Position is located within the Arvest 4 state operational footprint, (AR, KS, MO, OK).

Preference will be given to applicants already residing within the Arvest 4 State operational footprint.

Must be currently enrolled and within two years of graduation.

Internship Program Dates: May 17, 2027 - July 23, 2027

Summary:

Job Summary

The Arvest Intern Program offers a comprehensive, high-impact experience designed to bridge academic learning with real-world execution. As an Intern, you will dive into an assigned departmental role guided by the active mentorship of a seasoned leader, participate in professional development sessions, and collaborate on a cross-functional project team to deliver strategic recommendations to executive leadership. Beyond technical skill-building, this program develops core competencies of The Arvest Way to jump-start your professional career, all while networking within an organization nationally recognized as a top employer and preferred place to work. We seek curious, courageous, collaborative, and feedback-receptive individuals who are eager to develop as future-focused professionals and contribute to our vision of being a community growth engine.

Responsibilities

• Complete assignments as assigned within the functional area of your internship.
• Work collaboratively or independently, depending on the assignment.
• Support day-to-day operations and contribute to the team’s goals.
• Understands and complies with bank policy, laws, regulations, and the bank's BSA/AML Program, as applicable to job duties. This includes, but is not limited to, completing compliance training and adhering to internal procedures and controls, reporting any known violations of compliance policy, laws, or regulations, and reporting any suspicious customer and/or account activity.
• Other duties and special projects may be assigned.

Internship Advantages

• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
• Networking opportunities within a highly respected organization.
• Experience and knowledge in your chosen field of study.
• Potential for future employment opportunities based upon performance.

Experience

• Proficiency in Google Workspace and MS Office.
• Ability to demonstrate self-motivation, enthusiasm, organizational and time management skills, and strong written, verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively on a team and individual tasks with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Eagerness to learn and willingness to take on new challenges.
• Relevant military experience is considered for veterans and transitioning service members.

Education

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program with an anticipated graduation date within 24 months of the internship start date. Academic coursework or relevant project experience must align with the functional area of the internship, which may include one of the following:

• Business & Finance: Retail Banking, Commercial Banking, Wealth Management, Credit and Risk Management.
• Tech & Analytics: Data Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Business Intelligence.
• Operations & Logistics: Bank Operations, Project Management, Supply Chain & Procurement.
• Corporate Strategy & Infrastructure: Facilities Management, Property Management, Architecture/Space Design.
• Creative & Culture: Marketing, Human Resources, Corporate Communications, Training & Development.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to arrive at work on time, work on site and have regular work attendance, which includes required Intern Development events (virtual and in-person) during the first 10 to 12 weeks of the Intern Program.
• Must reside and perform all work within 60 miles of an Arvest facility for the duration of the internship.
• Must be able to provide reliable transportation and have the ability to travel independently to required overnight events within the region.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Grade 12

Pay Rate: $20 per hour