Intern - Commercial

First Merchants Corporation; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

First Merchants Corporation offers a 12-week paid Summer Internship Program for motivated college students in Columbus, Ohio, spanning Credit Administration, Commercial Banking, Consumer Banking, Treasury Management, Private Wealth, Technology, HR, Marketing, Risk, Operations, and other functions.

The internship emphasizes hands-on learning, mentorship, community service, and exposure to senior leaders. Interns will develop practical banking skills and professional networks during the program.

Qualifications

• Be a full-time Bachelor (or higher) degree-seeking student at an accredited college or university.
• Be available to work 40 hours per week from May 17th- August 6th, 2027.
• Be authorized to work in the United States.
• Have demonstrated interest in the industry and/or specific area of interest.
• Possess a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Be able and willing to travel periodically throughout the First Merchants footprint, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Learn the roles within commercial banking and the products and services the bank provides commercial customers.
• Gain skills in assessing credit risk, analyzing financial data, portfolio management, and the team-based credit decision process.
• Learn the commercial banking sales cycle, relationship banking, whole-bank selling techniques, and commercial banking sales management.
• Gain hands‑on sales experience through client interactions and team collaboration.
• Monitor loan maturity dates and support renewal strategies.

Skills

Initiative

Enthusiasm

Strong Work Ethic

Team Mentality

Self-Motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree candidate

Job description

Thank you for your interest in the First Merchants 2027 Summer Internship Program! First Merchants is seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic college students for our 12-week paid summer internship program.

Why Intern at First Merchants?

• Gain hands-on experience in the financial services industry
• Work on meaningful projects that impact the business
• Receive mentorship from experienced professionals
• Build relationships with leaders across the organization
• Participate in networking and development events
• Volunteer alongside fellow interns during a community service project
• Present accomplishments and key learnings to senior leadership

Summer Internship Program Overview

First Merchants internship opportunities are available in a variety of business areas including Credit Administration, Commercial Banking, Consumer Banking, Treasury Management, Private Wealth, Technology, Human Resources, Marketing, Risk, Operations, and other business functions.

Department Internship Duties & Responsibilities

The Commercial Intern will learn the roles within commercial banking and the products and services the bank provides commercial customers. The intern will gain skills in assessing credit risk, analyzing financial data, portfolio management, and the team-based credit decision process. The intern will also learn the commercial banking sales cycle, relationship banking, whole-bank selling techniques, and commercial banking sales management, while gaining hands‑on sales experience.

Below is what you can expect to learn from an internship in Commercial at First Merchants Bank:

• Complete trend reports for borrowing base certificates.
• Complete covenant monitoring and annual credit reviews.
• Attend and participate in loan committees and opportunity memorandum discussions.
• Partner with relationship managers on prospecting activities and participate in client calls.
• Monitor loan maturity dates and recommend renewal strategies.

  Successful Students Will Possess

  • Initiative
  • Enthusiasm
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Team Mentality
  • Self-Motivation

  In addition to the learning objectives, all interns will participate in a coordinated community service project. Interns will have an opportunity to network with Executive and Senior Leadership at our Intern Meet & Greet event and will present a summary of their experience at the conclusion of the internship program.

  Required Qualifications

  • Be a full-time Bachelor (or higher) degree-seeking student at an accredited college or university.
  • Be available to work 40 hours per week from May 17th- August 6th, 2027.
  • Be authorized to work in the United States.
  • Have demonstrated interest in the industry and/or specific area of interest.
  • Possess a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Be able and willing to travel periodically throughout the First Merchants footprint, if applicable.

  About First Merchants

  First Merchants Corporation is the largest financial services holding company located in Central Indiana. We provide our clients with broad financial services delivered locally by bankers who are known and trusted in their communities. We offer personal banking, business banking, mortgage lending, treasury management services, and wealth management.

  Since its organization, the Corporation has grown to include more than 126 banking center locations in Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio, and a wealth management company.

  Our Vision Is

  To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.

  Our Mission Is

  To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.

  Our Team

  "We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."