Intern - Corporate Social Responsibility Job at First Merchants Brand, Royal Oak, MI

  • First Merchants Brand
  • Royal Oak, MI

Job Description

Intern - Corporate Social Responsibility

Job Category : Intern

Requisition Number : INTER012996

  • Posted : October 1, 2026
  • Full-Time
  • Rate : $20 USD per hour
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Indianapolis HQ
Indianapolis, IN 46240, USA

Thank you for your interest in the First Merchants 2027 Summer Internship Program! First Merchants is seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic college students for our 12-week paid summer internship program.

Why Intern at First Merchants?
  • Gain hands-on experience in the financial services industry
  • Work on meaningful projects that impact the business
  • Receive mentorship from experienced professionals
  • Build relationships with leaders across the organization
  • Participate in networking and development events
  • Volunteer alongside fellow interns during a community service project
  • Present accomplishments and key learnings to senior leadership
Summer Internship Program Overview

First Merchants internship opportunities are available in a variety of business areas including Credit Administration, Commercial Banking, Consumer Banking, Treasury Management, Private Wealth, Technology, Human Resources, Marketing, Risk, Operations, and other business functions.

Department Internship Duties & Responsibilities

The Corporate Social Responsibility Intern will support the team through day-to-day responsibilities, projects, and initiatives that contribute to department goals.

Below is what you can expect to learn from an internship in our Corporate Social Responsibility at First Merchants Bank:

Program Management:
  • Support volunteer engagement campaigns, financial wellness initiatives, and community partnerships
  • Assist with planning and logistics for the 2026 CSR Colloquium, and regional service events
  • Help manage internal communications, social media content, and impact storytelling
CRA Compliance and Administration
  • Compile, clean, and validate data for CRA performance tracking
  • Assist with documentation and reporting for CRA exam readinessConduct research on CRA-eligible organizations and community needs
Community Home Lending (Putting People in Homes)
  • Support outreach and reporting for affordable housing initiatives
  • Assist with data collection and impact summaries for homeownership programs
Community Business Lending (Access to Capital)
  • Research small business development trends and community lending opportunities
  • Provide administrative and coordination support to Community Business Bankers.
  • Support engagement with nonprofit partners and economic development organizations
Key Projects May Include
  • Community Impact Dashboard: Data input, validation, and visual storytelling
  • System/Platform Optimization: Usage analysis, reporting, and support ticket tracking
  • Financial Wellness Toolkit: Content development and digital resource support
  • CRA Data Compilation: Aggregating and organizing data for internal and external reporting
  • Volunteer Campaigns: Coordinating regional service events and tracking participation
Successful students will possess:
  • Initiative
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Team Mentality
  • Self-Motivation

In addition to the learning objectives, all interns will participate in a coordinated community service project. Interns will have an opportunity to network with Executive and Senior Leadership at our Intern Meet & Greet event and will present a summary of their experience at the conclusion of the internship program.

Required Qualifications
  • Be a full-time Bachelor (or higher) degree-seeking student at an accredited college or university.
  • Be available to work 40 hours per week from May 17 th - August 6 th , 2027 .
  • Be authorized to work in the United States.
  • Have demonstrated interest in the industry and/or specific area of interest.
  • Possess a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Be able and willing to travel periodically throughout the First Merchants footprint, if applicable.
About First Merchants:

First Merchants Corporation is the largest financial services holding company located in Central Indiana. We provide our clients with broad financial services delivered locally by bankers who are known and trusted in their communities. We offer personal banking, business banking, mortgage lending, treasury management services, and wealth management.

Since its organization, the Corporation has grown to include more than 126 banking center locations in Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio, and a wealth management company.

Our Vision Is:

To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.

Our Mission is:

To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.

Our Team:

"We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Internship, Summer internship

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