Commercial Real Estate Rotational Internship Summer 2026

Johnson Financial Group • Madison, WI

75d

About The Position

Looking for an internship where you feel inspired, challenged and empowered to succeed? Start building a great foundation with an internship at Johnson Financial Group, one that challenges you to grow, equips you with hands-on experience, and empowers you to make an impact from day one. Johnson Financial Group is Wisconsin's largest privately held, family-owned full service financial services institution, headquartered in Racine with locations across the state of Wisconsin. At JFG we lead with Compassion, are Consistent in our approach to serving our Customers and Communities (the core Values of JFG.) During our 10-week rotational internship, you will work closely with our Credit and Commercial Real Estate (CRE) teams to gain a well-rounded, hands-on understanding of the key pillars that drive success in the CRE line of business. Through structured rotations, you'll develop the foundational knowledge and practical skills that will prepare you for entry-level opportunities at JFG. Our goal is to provide you with an immersive learning experience that not only deepens your understanding of financial services but also helps you discover where your interests and strengths align within CRE.

Requirements

• Actively seeking a degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Junior standing
• Involvement in a Commercial Banking club or program preferred
• Active member in the Real Estate Club at UW Madison, UW Milwaukee or Marquette and/or an active member in the Commercial Banking Program at Marquette preferred

Nice To Haves

• Involvement in a Finance Association a plus

Responsibilities

• Understand and implement the 5 C's of Credit and work with credit team to understand the credit analysis process
• Assist RMs through the sales process, preparation of materials for the credit approval process as well as life of loan responsibilities
• Deliver portfolio management reports
• Attend select client meetings and property visits with RM
• Work with the funding team to ensure loans are properly monitored and serviced, within budget and in accordance with credit approval

Benefits

• Meet with our Executive Team during orientation and network with them throughout the summer
• Attend a community volunteer event at the Hunger Task Force
• Participate in the Light the Hoan Internship Challenge - a project that shows the true power of teamwork

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree