Internship Program
Summer 2026 Research Internship Sponsored by Wells Fargo
Gain knowledge and experience in the mission-driven community banking sector. Work alongside a small team of professionals in an organization dedicated to empowering all communities through broad-based economic growth. Enjoy structured opportunities for professional development.
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Jumpstart Your Career
As the National Bankers Association Foundation’s research intern, you will work on projects that support and highlight the minority banking sector’s impact. Through this internship, you will begin developing data skills, policy knowledge, and expertise in writing memos, blogs, and other research products. You’ll also have opportunities to participate in programming designed to provide educational value and build your professional network.
To Apply:
Please email Elise Pietro (subject line: “NBA Summer 2026 Internship”, at epietro@nationalbankers.org) a resume, cover letter, writing sample, and contact information for two professional or academic references.
Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 1, 2026
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Madenn
Intern Fall 2024
It’s a place where every single person there is working hard on hugely impactful work. You feel as if you are really and truly immersed in the association and a part of the team, doing that important work as well. It is a demanding workspace with the best learning environment and people. Interning in that environment makes it seem there is no other option but to grow! I would recommend this internship in a heartbeat to anyone interested in the sector and an opportunity to do fulfilling work.
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Interning at the National Bankers Association has been the most incredible experience.
Summer 2026 Internship Details
Where
Washington DC (hybrid)
Start/End
May – August 2026 (10-12 weeks, 30-35 hours per week)
Qualifications
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Enrolled in a full-time undergraduate program – any area of study, but likely most relevant to students majoring in business, finance, economics, political science, or the broader social sciences. (No prior experience with the banking sector is required.)
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Experience performing basic data analysis, including cleaning, exploratory analysis, and visualization with a statistical analysis program.
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Strong writing skills and a willingness to revise drafts based on rounds of feedback.
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Strong soft skills, including especially collaboration, adaptability, communication, and time management.
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Dedication to the Foundation’s broader mission of increasing economic mobility and closing the wealth gap.
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Team Culture
As a small but mighty team, we flourish when all staff are invested in their work, committed to their colleagues' well-being, ready to take responsibility and initiative, and willing to share credit. Whether working in the office or at home, we count on our colleagues to intentionally cultivate collegiality and to look for opportunities to serve and support one another in a spirit of mutual respect, admiration, and kindness.
Compensation
$6,500, split across two installments
Nondiscrimination Policy
National Bankers Association Foundation welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, and does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity.
TEAM CULTURE
As a small but mighty team, we thrive when all staff members are invested in their work, committed to the well-being of their colleagues, and willing to take responsibility, initiate change, and share credit. Whether working in the office or at home, we rely on our colleagues to intentionally foster collegiality and seek opportunities to support and serve one another in a spirit of mutual respect, admiration, and kindness.