Intern, Community Impact

Forbright Bank • Chevy Chase, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Community Impact Intern supports the execution of the Bank’s community engagement and philanthropic initiatives. This paid internship offers hands-on experience in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and event planning. This role entails having strong organizational skills, excellent research and writing abilities, and a passion for making a positive impact. This position is based on-site at our headquarters in Chevy Chase, Maryland.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s Degree or currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree required
• 0–1 year of relevant work experience preferred
• Experience in event planning preferred
• Ability to create compelling written and visual content for diverse audiences
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Outstanding problem-solving and time management skills
• Self-motivated, self-directed, and results-oriented
• Adaptable and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Can work independently and within a team; solution-oriented with a collaborative approach

Nice To Haves

• 0–1 year of relevant work experience preferred
• Experience in event planning preferred

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the VP, Public Affairs on projects that advance Forbright Bank’s community impact initiatives
• Assist in planning and executing the Sustainable Solutions Summit (must be available the week leading up to and the week of June 22–26, 2026)
• Support planning and coordination of Volunteer Month and other employee volunteer engagements
• Conduct research and assist with the development and execution of the corporate grant-making program
• Track and report key metrics for community impact programs, including volunteer hours, grant allocations, and sustainability benchmarks
• Monitor progress toward corporate sustainability and Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) goals
• Prepare documentation for CRA compliance and annual sustainability reporting
• Contribute to content creation for internal newsletters, social media, and CSR reports to highlight community initiatives
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to identify innovative approaches for community engagement and philanthropic impact
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
• 4 weeks PTO
• 401k + company match
• Metro SmartTrip benefits ($50/mo)
• Remote or hybrid work schedules for most positions
• Incentives for purchasing solar panels, electric vehicles, biking to work, etc.
• Paid subscriptions to Veterans Compost, Capital Bikeshare, Imperfect Foods reimbursement, and more!
• Best Workplaces for Commuters 2023 & 2024 winner
• The Washington Post Top Workplaces 2023, 2024, and 2025 winner
• American Banker Best Banks to Work For 2023 winner

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees