Mortgage Intern

Betenbough Companies•Lubbock, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This internship offers more than exposure to the mortgage industry—it gives you the chance to become an important part of helping individuals and families move toward homeownership. As a Mortgage Intern with Olive Branch Home Loans, you will work directly alongside experienced Loan Officers and learn how a mortgage moves from application to closing. You will gain hands-on experience with borrower communication, loan documentation, pipeline management, and the systems that keep the lending process moving forward. For someone with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to build a meaningful career, this role can provide a strong foundation for future growth as a licensed Loan Officer.

Requirements

Relational, detail-oriented, and energized by the opportunity to learn something new.
Entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to build a meaningful career.
Ability to build relationships naturally and enjoy helping people.
Motivated by challenges and opportunities to grow.
Entrepreneurial mindset and take initiative.
Ability to balance strong people skills with careful attention to detail.
Follow through on commitments without needing to be chased.
Ask thoughtful questions and learn quickly from feedback.
Stay organized while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Take ownership when something needs to be corrected or completed.
Trustworthy with personal and financial information.
Interested in real estate, lending, sales, business, or financial services.

Nice To Haves

The intern will not independently take loan applications, quote or negotiate rates or terms, or advise borrowers on loan options.

Responsibilities

Reviewing borrower documents for completeness, accuracy, and legibility.
Organizing, labeling, and indexing documents within the loan file and pipeline.
Identifying missing, expired, or mismatched information and communicating those needs to the assigned Loan Officer.
Preparing loan files for processing and underwriting.
Keeping pipeline statuses, milestones, and closing dates current.
Helping identify at-risk files early so the team can protect the closing timeline.
Following up on outstanding conditions and third-party items, including appraisals, title documents, and verifications.
Communicating with borrowers regarding document requests, scheduling, and general status updates.
Learning common mortgage documents, loan processes, lending systems, and borrower confidentiality requirements.
Supporting Loan Officers with additional administrative and operational needs as they arise.