2027 Commercial Real Estate Summer Intern

U.S. Bank • Los Angeles, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

U.S. Bank’s 10-week paid Commercial Real Estate internship provides foundational training in financial statement analysis, assessment of credit requests, and development of recommendations based on credit risk. Interns receive on-the-job training, mentorship, peer and advisor support, and a potential pathway to the full-time Credit Analyst Development Program upon graduation. The role is hybrid in Los Angeles or Newport Beach, with interns typically working at a U.S. Bank location three days per week and approximately 40 hours per week during the internship. The internship is scheduled to begin June 7, 2027.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree with a target graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028.
• Basic understanding of financial and accounting terms, concepts, and applications.
• Ability to start the internship program on June 7, 2027.
• Ability to work in the office at least three days per week.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, a strong work ethic, and intellectual curiosity.

Nice To Haves

• GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Well-developed analytical skills and acute attention to detail.
• Ability to work well under pressure and time constraints.
• Ability to work effectively both in a team and independently, demonstrating initiative, ownership, and flexibility.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with or exposure to Microsoft Copilot or other AI tools, and interest in applying technology to improve productivity, decision-making, and client-focused outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite, structure, and present a new loan opportunity as part of the intern Capstone project.
• Assist with quarterly trending reports and annual reviews of existing clients.
• Support senior credit analysts with underwriting new business opportunities, financial spreading, loan risk ratings, and calculation of financial metrics.
• Measure, monitor, and test financial covenants specified in credit approval documents.
• Read and interpret credit approval requirements and enter monitoring requirements and covenants into a standard compliance monitoring system.
• Analyze financial statement results and prepare reports on financial performance and trends for Portfolio Managers, Relationship Managers, and/or Credit Administration.
• Interact with clients as appropriate and attend meetings with companies in the supported portfolio.
• Explore AI-enabled tools, including Microsoft Copilot, for financial analysis, market research, and developing credit presentations and reports.
• Develop technical and business acumen through training, mentorship, and exposure to senior executives.
• Participate in cohort activities, including social events, volunteer days, and development workshops.

Benefits

• Meaningful, hands-on work that impacts the business.
• Networking opportunities with senior leadership, U.S. Bank team members, and interns.
• Potential for a full-time offer upon graduation into a development program.
• Healthcare, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Basic term and optional term life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Pregnancy disability and parental leave.
• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan.
• Paid vacation, from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure.
• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities.
• Adoption assistance.
• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.
• Incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, 401(k) contribution, and pension, subject to eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern