Graduate Intern

City First Bank N.A. • Washington, DC

20h

About The Position

City First Bank is excited to offer a dynamic and hands-on internship experience designed for innovative, mission-driven students and recent graduates who are eager to contribute to the growth of the nation’s largest Black-led Minority Depository Institution (MDI) and Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). Interns will work on high-impact, project-based assignments across departments and gain exposure to the inner workings of a purpose-driven financial institution. This is a unique opportunity for emerging professionals interested in helping build a more inclusive and equitable banking system. Interns will collaborate with experienced leaders and contribute meaningfully to real projects that support our mission of economic justice and community empowerment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and contribute in a team environment.
• Demonstrated interest in social justice, inclusive finance, or economic development.
• Comfort with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and virtual collaboration tools.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred fields of study: Business, Finance, Marketing, Communications, Public Policy, Sociology, Urban Planning, Education, Economics, or related disciplines.
• Students from HBCUs and minority-serving institutions are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Experience with data analysis, graphic design, or content creation is a plus (not required).

Responsibilities

• Supporting departmental initiatives through research, writing, data analysis, or administrative coordination.
• Contributing to presentations, reports, or visual materials for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assisting with community outreach, partnerships, or engagement activities.
• Participating in brainstorming sessions and offering fresh, creative ideas.
• Preparing communications materials such as social media posts, marketing collateral, or training guides.
• Compiling and synthesizing data for team dashboards, decision-making, or impact tracking.
• Collaborating with team members to support events, campaigns, and internal projects.
• Attending team meetings, shadowing leaders, and learning banking industry best practices.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED