Intern New Markets

Compeer Financial; Town of Sun Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work from home up to 50%

Flexible scheduling with summer flex

401k with company match

Health, dental, vision, HSA/FSA

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness program & EAP

Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday

Volunteer time off

Learning & development programs

Mentorship programs

Cross-functional committees

Certification reimbursement

Job summary

Compeer Financial offers a paid internship in Sun Prairie, WI (and nearby locations) focusing on New Markets with lending and product development experience. The role is part-time during the school year and full-time in summer 2027, with housing/transport at the intern's expense and paid business travel by the organization.

The position supports collaborative, innovative and dynamic teams within a Top Workplace culture, offering a hybrid work environment and strong learning opportunities through

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completing a bachelor’s or associate’s degree in relevant fields.
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Solid organizational and time management skills

Responsibilities

• Assist with program projects including GroundBreakers and related initiatives.
• Research programs and practices of Farm Credit associations and financial institutions.
• Review reports for applicable federal programs and summarize criteria.
• Analyze FCA YBS Annual Report against Compeer results

Skills

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or associate degree in agricultural business, business administration, finance, economics, or data science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Empowered to live. Inspired to work.

Compeer Financial is a member-owned cooperative located in Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together team members with a variety of backgrounds and experiences to help provide financial services to support agriculture and rural communities. Join us in a culture that not only promotes meaningful work and professional development, but provides a flexible, hybrid work environment and excellent benefits, which empower you to thrive both personally and professionally.

How we support you

• Hybrid model - up to 50% work from home
• Flexible schedules including ample flexibility in the summer months
• Up to 9% towards 401k (3% fixed Compeer contribution plus up to 6% match)
• Benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life & AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, wellness program & EAP
• Vacation, sick leave, holidays/floating holidays, parental leave, and volunteer paid time off
• Learning and development programs
• Mentorship programs
• Cross-functional committee opportunities (i.e. Inclusion Council, emerging professional groups, etc.)
• Professional membership/certification reimbursement and more!

Casual/seasonal & intern team members are not eligible for benefits except for state-mandated programs.

This is a paid internship; however, the intern must provide their own housing and transportation. Business related transportation and expenses will be paid by the organization. This intern will work part-time during the school year and full-time through the summer of 2027. The internship is located out of our Sun Prairie, WI; Prairie du Sac, WI; or Naperville, IL office locations. If pursuing internship credit through your university, it is your responsibility to consult with your advisor and review the internship's job description to ensure it meets the minimum eligibility requirements.

Compeer Financial is seeking collaborative, innovative and dynamic professionals to be a part of our Top Workplace culture!

The contributions you will make

This internship will assist New Markets with lending and product development programs.

Essential Functions

• Assists with program projects, including GroundBreakers (Young, Beginning and Small Farmers Program).
• Researches programs and practices of other Farm Credit associations and financial institutions.
• Reviews written reports for applicable federal programs within USDA, FSA, etc. Summarizes program details and criteria and determines if Compeer is using them.
• Analyzes the FCA YBS Annual Report against Compeer results.

Minimum Qualifications & Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working towards completion of bachelor's or associate's degree in agricultural business, business administration, finance, economics, or data science.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office applications.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Solid organizational, interpersonal, communication, problem solving skills, and time management required.
• Detail oriented, accuracy and attention to detail are essential.

How we will take care of you

Actual hourly rate offered is dependent upon year in school, work experience, transferable skills, business needs and market demands. The hourly rate range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Base Pay

$19—$20 USD

Compeer Financial is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. Compeer is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.