Summer 2027 Commercial Banking Internship

Huntington Bank; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Huntington offers internship opportunities for students enrolled in an academic program to gain practical, hands‑on experience across business segments. The Enterprise Internship Program is an 11‑week, role‑aligned experience where rising seniors work with a manager and team on meaningful projects.

Interns participate in development activities and gain exposure to executive leadership, while building connections that may lead to future opportunities in banking.

Qualifications

• High school graduate
• Enrolled in Undergraduate or Graduate accredited University with at least one quarter/semester after the summer program
• Demonstrated teamwork and leadership through extracurricular activities and/or work experience
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

• Collaborate directly with your manager
• Support organization and department initiatives
• Provide recommendations to improve your department
• Work both independently and within a team
• Exhibit a professional, business‑like demeanor
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills
• Aptitude- proficiency with computer software, particularly the Microsoft Office Suite
• Take initiative to achieve personal career goals
• Participate in all Huntington internship events
• Energy, enthusiasm, and passion for Huntington!

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Undergraduate or Graduate student

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Internship Opportunities at Huntington: Huntington offers internship opportunities for students who are currently enrolled in an academic program and seeking practical, hands‑on experience in their field of study.

Internships take place during a defined period of time and are available across all business segments.

Rising seniors (Winter 2027 or Spring 2028 grads) may participate in the Enterprise Internship Program, an 11‑week, role‑aligned experience where students work directly with a manager and team on meaningful business initiatives.

In addition to hands‑on project work, participants gain exposure to executive leadership, participate in Huntington's innovation project, and build connections that may lead to future full‑time opportunities.

All interns participate in a variety of developmental and professional activities designed to support learning and exposure to the organization.

Depending on your school year, program components may include:

• Experience in day‑to‑day responsibilities related to their assigned team
• Exposure to broader business functions
• A structured schedule of professional development sessions
• Opportunities to engage with members of the Executive Leadership Team
• Discussions with senior leaders regarding career paths and Huntington’s business areas
• A team project focused on applying Huntington’s innovation framework to a business‑relevant problem
• Participation in volunteer activities and internal events aligned with Huntington’s culture

Commercial Bank Internship Overview

Within the Commercial Banking segment, interns gain exposure to a variety of business lines, including Middle Market Banking, Commercial Real Estate, Asset Finance, and other specialized lending groups, as well as enterprise‑wide functions such as Strategy, Administration, and Performance Management.

Interns partner directly with experienced professionals to contribute to meaningful projects and initiatives while building knowledge of commercial banking, financial analysis, client relationship management, and strategic problem‑solving.

Opportunities may include exposure to underwriting, financial statement analysis, credit evaluation, portfolio management, client‑facing meetings, market and industry research, relationship‑building, and business development activities.

Interns will have the opportunity to collaborate across teams, gain insight into how banking solutions support businesses with revenues over $50 million and industries, and develop a deeper understanding of risk management and the commercial credit lifecycle.

Successful candidates are intellectually curious, collaborative, and eager to learn about the Commercial Banking industry. They demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills, a proactive mindset, and a desire to build relationships while delivering value to both clients and colleagues.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Collaborate directly with your manager
• Support organization and department initiatives
• Provide recommendations to improve your department
• Work both independently and within a team
• Exhibit a professional, business‑like demeanor
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills
• Aptitude- proficiency with computer software, particularly the Microsoft Office Suite
• Take initiative to achieve personal career goals
• Participate in all HNB internship events
• Energy, enthusiasm, and passion for Huntington!

Basic Qualifications:

• High School graduate
• Enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate accredited University with at least one quarter/semester of school after the completion of the summer program.
• Demonstrated teamwork and leadership through extracurricular activities and/or work experience
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Proficiency in MicrosoftOffice® applications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Course(s) of study applicable to the area of business
• Ability to maintain professional composure in a dynamic work environment that often requires management and completion of multiple tasks
• Demonstrate sound judgment and ability to apply logical/critical thought processes when developing solutions
• Ability to display a positive business presence with management and external personnel
• A strong interest in Banking as a career

Relevant Majors:

• Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Statistics, or a related field.

Relevant Coursework:

• financial accounting, corporate finance, financial statement analysis, economics, statistics, or related disciplines.

Preferred Skills & Interests:

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, interpersonal, communication skills, and experience analyzing data is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively, build relationships, and manage multiple priorities in a team‑oriented environment.
• Demonstrated interest in financial services, commercial banking, lending, or corporate finance.

Preferred Locations:

• Charlotte
• Chicago
• Columbus
• Detroit
• Houston

Exempt Status:

(Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay) No

Workplace Type:

Office

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds: in‑office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Huntington will not sponsor applicants for this position for immigration benefits, including but not limited to assisting with obtaining work permission for F‑1 students, H‑1B professionals, O‑1 workers, TN workers, E‑3 workers, among other immigration statuses. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

Compensation Range: 21.00-25.00 The compensation range represents the low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Colleagues in Intern positions are eligible for paid holidays and Huntington’s retirement savings plan.

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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