Summer 2025 Intern- Financial Analyst

$39,998 - $65,000/Yr

Live Oak Banking Company - Wilmington, NC

Full-time - Intern

Wilmington, NC

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

The Financial Analyst - Intern role at Live Oak Bank is designed for students interested in gaining hands-on experience in the banking and finance sector. This 10-week Summer 2025 Internship Program will immerse you in the operations of the Small Business Servicing team, where you will work closely with the Business Analyst Group. Your primary focus will be on supporting various Business and Financial Analysts in their quarterly objectives, which will involve daily consultations and collaboration with the team. You will engage in financial statement analysis to better understand bank risk, aligning your efforts with the Credit Analyst and Business Analyst teams on several key projects. This role is crucial for maintaining the health and performance of Live Oak Bank's loan portfolio, and you will have the opportunity to travel and participate in customer service functions as part of your internship experience. During your internship, you will analyze financial statements from various industries, creating narratives that highlight the strengths and weaknesses of each customer’s financial situation. You will work closely with Financial Analysts to complete essential functions such as financial reporting, global analysis, and documentation. Additionally, you will collaborate with other departments to handle customer requests, broadening your understanding of potential career opportunities within the bank. You will also have the chance to lead internal projects aimed at enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the group. Weekly attendance at Loan Committee meetings will provide you with educational insights into the decision-making process for loan approvals. Throughout your internship, you will be paired with a mentor who will guide you in financial statement analysis and the Live Oak Bank approach to cash flow lending, ensuring you receive consistent feedback on your performance and helping you develop essential skills in time management, prioritization, and organization.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial statements from various industries and create narratives detailing the positives and negatives of each situation.
• Work closely with Financial Analysts to complete day-to-day functions such as financial reporting, global analysis, and documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments to handle customer requests and broaden your understanding of potential career opportunities.
• Lead internal projects focused on improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the group.
• Attend weekly Loan Committee meetings to gain insights into the decision-making process for loan approvals.
• Travel once during the internship with an experienced Business Analyst.

Requirements

• Open to any major field for individuals interested in banking or finance.
• Full-time degree-seeking student.

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrated adaptability and support for changes to improve organizational effectiveness.
• Strong communication skills, demonstrating empathy in teamwork.
• Ability to take personal responsibility for actions and team outcomes.
• Depth of knowledge and skill to perform job effectively.
• Focus on providing customers with a personalized experience to achieve exceptional outcomes.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay ranging from $19.23 to $31.25.
• Potential for annual bonuses and long-term incentives based on performance.
• Paid sick leave in compliance with state requirements.
• Mentorship and training opportunities during the internship.