Lending Intern

Horizon Farm Credit, ACA; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Farm Credit, ACA offers three summer Lending internship positions across our territory for 2027. The 10-12 week program provides hands-on experience in loan servicing, mentored by Lending Officers, with exposure to multiple departments in agricultural finance.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or Ag Business, with strong academics and MS Office familiarity. May–August 2027, in-office, locations TBA.

Qualifications

• Ambitious student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Admin, Ag Business or related field.
• GPA 3.0 or above preferred.
• Knowledge of agriculture is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering and organizing customer information for pre-call planning.
• Support loan servicing activities and documentation collection.
• Participate in meetings, presentations, and sales activities with Lending Officers.
• Contribute to projects to improve department processes and performance.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Detail-oriented

Independent

Fast learner

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION Elevate your career with our internship opportunities, where you'll gain hands‑on experience, job shadow with industry professionals, and have the opportunity to support the Agriculture community! Horizon Farm Credit is seeking a total of three full‑time Lending interns, one intern per region, for the summer of 2027. Interns will participate in a 10-12 week internship based out of an office within the Horizon Territory. The intern's location during the summer of 2027 will be considered prior to placement. To view locations, visit Locations | Horizon Farm Credit (horizonfc.com). Summer Intern hours are typically Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The internship program is scheduled to run from mid-May through early August 2027.

Position Overview

As a Lending intern, you'll explore multiple career paths in a field office and gain valuable on‑the‑job experience with various departments. Interns will have the opportunity to work on specific projects or tasks and participate in meetings and presentations relevant to their work. While the intern will formally report to one manager, who will serve as a mentor, we believe broad exposure to our Association makes for a more valuable internship experience. You will also have the opportunity to network with industry professionals, participate in social events with other interns, and give back to the community.

Areas of Responsibility

• Exposure to a variety of roles and responsibilities, providing a holistic view of how Farm Credit supports its customers and community members.
• Discover different loan servicing options and work to gather appropriate documentation to initiate the request.
• Assist in gathering and organizing customer information for pre‑call planning, including assisting in the development of sales presentations.
• Work with Lending Officers in job shadowing activities, including participation in sales calls, customer field visits, sales meetings, sales tracking and reporting, and pipeline management.
• Work with Lending Officers on new loan activity from application to decision.
• Observe various loan functions from Origination through Closing.
• Attend team meetings to gain a deeper understanding of HFC's departments and processes.
• Networking opportunities with teammates, industry partners, and fellow interns.
• Assist in projects and initiatives that seek to improve department processes and performance.

Requirements

• Ambitious student currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree program in Finance, Business Administration, Ag Business, or related field.
• Preferred expected graduation dates between May 2028 - December 2029.
• Strong academic background and a GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Knowledge of agriculture and agricultural operations is preferred, but not necessary.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently with general supervision and proven self‑starter.
• Detail‑oriented, independent judgment skills, strong organizational skills.
• Flexible to a changing work environment.

Who are we?

Horizon Farm Credit is an expert in agriculture, with over 100 years of serving rural America. As a premier rural lender, we're constantly growing and seeking new members for our team. As part of the Horizon Farm Credit team, you have the opportunity to make a difference in agriculture and rural communities.

What can we offer you?

• A unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced environment that touches several areas of the Agricultural Lending industry.
• Mentorship from accomplished professionals eager to share their knowledge and insights.
• Networking opportunities that could shape your future career.
• Tailored professional development sessions.
• The ability to work with a diverse team of individuals.

Equal Opportunity Employer including veterans and individuals with disabilities.