BSA/Fraud Intern

First National Bank•Altavista, VA

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About The Position

First National Bank is seeking a highly motivated college intern to support the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and Fraud teams by assisting with daily operational tasks, monitoring activities, and project-based assignments. This internship provides hands-on exposure to compliance operations, financial crime prevention, data analysis, and investigative processes within a community bank environment. The BSA/Fraud Intern will receive structured training and oversight while gaining insight into how the Bank protects its customers and the organization from financial crimes. What’s in it for you? Develop real-world problem-solving and collaboration skills while working both independently and as part of a team. Gain hands-on exposure to banking operations, compliance, and fraud concepts, building practical industry knowledge. Strengthen your ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing priorities, multitasking, and adapting to changing needs.

Requirements

To be at least 18 years of age
High School diploma or equivalency required
Completion of at least two years of college and be currently enrolled in a college or university program such as criminal justice, finance, business, analytics, cybersecurity, or another related field.
Availability of up to 40 hours per week during summer months, beginning mid-May through mid-August. Must be punctual and dependable
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including gathering data and drawing sound conclusions
Interest in learning BSA/AML, fraud, and banking regulations, with the ability to build proficiency over time
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word, with comfort using bank systems
Flexibility and adaptability to support team needs as required

Responsibilities

Assist the BSA, AML, and Fraud teams with day-to-day operational support, including monitoring activities and follow-up tracking.
Gather, organize, and analyze data to support risk assessments, compliance reviews, and fraud or BSA-related analysis.
Prepare summaries of fraud trends, alerts, or monitoring results for internal reviews and team discussions.
Track and document follow-up actions, case statuses, and supporting information related to BSA or Fraud activities.
Support project-based assignments focused on compliance, investigations, analytics, or process improvement.
Assist in the development of training materials, reference guides, or documentation related to BSA, AML, or Fraud topics.
Collaborate with team members to ensure accurate documentation and adherence to regulatory and internal requirements.
Gain exposure to financial crime prevention practices, regulatory expectations, and cross-functional collaboration within the Bank.