Position: Lending Intern
Supervisor: Director of Lending
FLSA Status: Temporary, Nonexempt
Schedule: 40 hours per week for 12 weeks
Location: Combination of remote and office based
*Must be in Twin Cities area*
Start/End Date: June 2nd - August 22nd, 2025 (These dates are flexible depending on student school schedule)
Pay: $20 / hour
Organization Summary:
WomenVenture is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to empower women to achieve their economic goals by building profitable and sustainable businesses that transform communities. We execute on this mission through providing clients access to business capital, coaching, and community. Our core values are to make meaningful change, to engage with empathy, and to persist boldly, and we seek out candidates who exemplify these characteristics.
Position Summary:
The Lending Intern will support the lending team by providing essential assistance to Loan Officers in managing the active loan application pipeline. This internship provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in small business lending and nonprofit financial services, specifically within the context of a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI).
The intern will be responsible for assisting with client communication, loan status monitoring, and follow-up activities, ensuring that loan applications progress smoothly through the various stages. The intern will also support and contribute to the overall success of the lending team by gaining valuable skills in loan processing, compliance, and client relationship management.
This role is ideal for individuals seeking to develop a strong foundation in financial services, nonprofit lending, and community economic development while making a tangible impact on small businesses. The internship will provide opportunities for skill-building in client communication, loan pipeline management, and professional development in a supportive and collaborative environment.
This internship has been funded through the Associated Bank's Nonprofit Lender Internship Program. As part of this program, ideal candidates will demonstrate how they have overcome socioeconomic barriers during their time as a student or have lived in or graduated from a high school in a low- or moderate-income community. All students are encouraged to apply.
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Application Procedure
Interested candidates should submit their applications using the link provided and will be contacted via email for next steps.
Benefits
Work Environment/Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this position, the intern is frequently required to sit for extended periods and may be required to stand for an extended period. The employee may occasionally move items weighing up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an entire list of all activities, tasks, and skills required of people in the position.
WomenVenture is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.