Retail Banking Intern - Summer 2027

CBI Bank & Trust; Moline, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Paylocity is offering a Retail Banking Intern position for Summer 2027 in Illinois. The role provides hands-on exposure to retail banking with emphasis on teller operations, personal banking, and branch management.

You will handle customer transactions, learn cash handling, and assist with deposits, withdrawals, and account maintenance. You will engage in educational sessions, branch meetings, and networking with professionals across banking segments, culminating in a final presentation of your

Qualifications

• Candidates should be working towards a BA with a major in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Junior-level coursework is preferred.
• We are not accepting any candidates that require company sponsorship to legally work in the United States.
• A minimum GPA of 2.8 or higher. Preference will be given to applicants with relevant work experience, internships, leadership experience, or involvement in related activities such as student organizations, tutoring, business fraternities, or community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to the various aspects of retail banking, including Teller Operations, Personal Banking, and Branch Management.
• Process customer transactions accurately and efficiently while learning cash handling procedures and balancing techniques.
• Assist customers with deposits, withdrawals, payments, account inquiries, account openings, and account maintenance.
• Learn about consumer banking products and services and observe customer financial conversations and needs-based recommendations.
• Participate in branch meetings, community outreach activities, and branch operations initiatives.
• Engage with different segments of the bank for increased exposure and networking. These areas include Internal Audit, Private Wealth, Commercial Banking, Mortgage, HR, Marketing, Credit Administration, Finance & Accounting, etc.
• Participate in educational sessions and trainings to develop and enhance core skills and industry knowledge.
• Attend networking sessions with other interns from CBI, and other banks, to learn from banking professionals and engage in teamwork sessions.
• Present your experiences and projects at the end of the summer.
• Build relationships with banking professionals and customers while learning how community banking supports local communities and businesses.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Adaptability

Education

BA in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (pursuing)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

All Jobs > Retail Banking Intern - Summer 2027

We are looking for a Retail Banking Intern to join our team this summer!

This is a wonderful opportunity to gain meaningful, hands-on experience in your field of interest. You will learn how to support the business day-to-day, manage project work, develop your network, and engage in professional development. This internship is ideal for individuals who are customer-focused, relationship-oriented, adaptable, and eager to learn about the many facets of retail banking.

What You Will Do:

• Gain exposure to the various aspects of retail banking, including Teller Operations, Personal Banking, and Branch Management.
• Process customer transactions accurately and efficiently while learning cash handling procedures and balancing techniques.
• Assist customers with deposits, withdrawals, payments, account inquiries, account openings, and account maintenance.
• Learn about consumer banking products and services and observe customer financial conversations and needs-based recommendations.
• Participate in branch meetings, community outreach activities, and branch operations initiatives.
• Engage with different segments of the bank for increased exposure and networking. These areas include Internal Audit, Private Wealth, Commercial Banking, Mortgage, HR, Marketing, Credit Administration, Finance & Accounting, etc.
• Participate in educational sessions and trainings to develop and enhance core skills and industry knowledge.
• Attend networking sessions with other interns from CBI, and other banks, to learn from banking professionals and engage in teamwork sessions.
• Present your experiences and projects at the end of the summer.
• Build relationships with banking professionals and customers while learning how community banking supports local communities and businesses.

Requirements

What You Have:

• Candidates should be working towards a Bachelor of Arts (BA) with a major in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Junior-level coursework is preferred.
• We are not accepting any candidates that require company sponsorship to legally work in the United States.

A minimum GPA of 2.8 or higher. Preference will be given to applicants with relevant work experience, internships, leadership experience, or involvement in related activities such as student organizations, tutoring, business fraternities, or community engagement.

What You're Good At:

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to adapt, learn quickly, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates professionalism and confidence when interacting with customers and community members.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Effective collaborator with team members.
• Proactive and driven, exhibiting a strong sense of initiative. A leader among peers.