Commercial Lending Internship

BankNewport • Middletown, RI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Commercial Banking Intern will support the Commercial Banking team with day-to-day activities related to loan packaging, underwriting, and loan closing. This internship provides hands-on exposure to the commercial banking environment and the opportunity to learn the full commercial lending lifecycle. The intern will assist with operational, administrative, and documentation tasks to support the department during periods of high activity and overflow. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented student interested in commercial banking, finance, or credit operations. BankNewport’s Summer Internship Program will run June 1, 2026 – August 14, 2026 and will be located onsite in Middletown, RI. Actively participate in the BankNewport Summer Internship Program by assisting the department with various duties and tasks. At the culmination of the internship, the intern will create a final presentation to showcase the skills and knowledge acquired through the program.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Interest in commercial banking, lending, or credit analysis
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
• Professional, dependable, and eager to learn
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• High School Diploma/ GED Equivalent
• Currently pursuing a degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

Responsibilities

• Assist with loan packaging activities for commercial banking transactions
• Support underwriting and loan closing processes
• Help prepare, review, and organize documentation for commercial loan files
• Perform administrative and operational tasks to support daily department activities
• Assist with overflow work during peak periods
• Learn commercial banking workflows, systems, and internal procedures
• Collaborate with Commercial Banking team members to support active transactions
• Follow established policies, procedures, and confidentiality standards
• Performs related and unrelated duties as may be required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees