Agricultural Lending Intern – Waco – Summer 2027

Capital Farm Credit•Waco, TX

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Capital Farm Credit's summer internship program provides students with hands-on experience in agricultural finance while working alongside professionals who serve farmers, ranchers, and rural communities across Texas. Interns gain valuable industry experience, build professional connections, and develop skills to prepare them for their future careers.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor's or graduate degree at an accredited college or university in Finance, Accounting, Business, Agricultural Business, Agricultural Economics, or a related field supporting a career in agricultural finance.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
Junior, senior, or graduate student standing by the start of the internship.
Ability to work full-time, in person, at the assigned Capital Farm Credit office throughout the internship.
Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned office and have reliable transportation to meet work and required travel expectations.
Should not plan more than three workdays of personal absence during the internship.

Nice To Haves

Anticipated graduation in Fall 2027 or Spring 2028.
Previous work experience in the financial industry.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated initiative, leadership potential, and willingness to learn.
Ability to work collaboratively with others and demonstrate a strong work ethic.
Dependability, punctuality, and commitment to consistent attendance.

Responsibilities

Gain hands-on experience in the daily operations of an agricultural lending office, including loan input, analysis, and credit processes.
Work alongside loan officers, credit analysts, appraisers, and loan administrators to learn how agricultural financing decisions are made.
Tour agricultural operations, visit other Capital Farm Credit offices, and shadow professionals across different areas of the organization to better understand our customers and the industries we serve.
Develop working knowledge of the systems and technology used in agricultural lending and credit operations.
Build relationships with employees and executive leaders through orientation, professional development activities, and networking opportunities.
Complete a summer project and present your work to members of Capital Farm Credit's executive leadership team during the closing session.
Develop practical analytical, communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills through meaningful projects and daily business activities.

Benefits

Incentive Program: Company-wide, goals-based rewards.
Accrued Time Off: Earn 13 days of annual leave and 15 days of sick leave per year.
10-12 paid holidays annually.
401(k) with up to 9% employer contribution/match.
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans.
8 weeks of paid parental leave.
Employer-paid life & disability insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
$400 for wellness expenses.
$1,500 relocation stipend for eligible interns who relocate for the internship.
Mileage reimbursement and overnight accommodations for required program events, when applicable.