Banking Intern

At Security National Bank, we believe something simple but powerful: everything matters, because people matter. Every conversation, every decision, and every relationship is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. If you’re passionate about building trusted relationships and guiding clients through some of the most important financial decisions of their lives, you’ll find purpose and opportunity here.

YOUR OPPORTUNITY: BANKING INTERN If you're interested in preparing for a professional career, not just a job, an internship with Security National Bank may be the right fit for you. In this role, you'll gain hands-on experience in a professional banking environment while building valuable skills in communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and project management. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, collaborate with teams across the organization, and learn how departments such as Retail Banking, Operations, Wealth Management, and others work together to support the Bank's success.

As part of the program, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of a project with strategic business impact, giving you meaningful experience while building a strong foundation for your future career in finance and banking. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Support daily operations and assist with administrative tasks across assigned departments. Learn and apply company policies, procedures, and industry best practices.

Collaborate with team members to complete projects and meet deadlines. Participate in meetings, contribute ideas, and engage in team discussions. Develop professional skills through hands-on learning and real-world experiences.

Communicate effectively with employees, customers, and business partners in person, by phone, and through written correspondence. Represent the bank in a positive, courteous, professional, and service-oriented manner at all times. Respond to inquiries, resolve issues, and follow up to ensure timely completion and customer satisfaction.

Demonstrate initiative by seeking opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to department goals. Conduct research, gather information, and apply independent thinking to support projects and business objectives. WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT FIT: Currently enrolled in a four-year college or university pursuing a bachelor's degree, with an anticipated graduation date within the next 6-12 months.

Demonstrated leadership experience and an interest in finance through academics, extracurricular activities, employment, or volunteer work. Strong customer service and relationship-building skills. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities.

Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel. Ability to follow direction, take ownership of assignments, and independently drive projects through completion.

Professional, respectful, and service-oriented approach to interactions with customers and colleagues. WHY SECURITY NATIONAL BANK At Security National Bank, you'll be more than an intern, you'll be a valued member of the team. We are committed to providing meaningful learning experiences that help you develop professionally while making a real impact on our organization.

Through hands-on projects, mentorship from experienced banking professionals, and exposure to multiple areas of the bank, you'll gain practical knowledge and skills that prepare you for long-term career success. We foster a collaborative, relationship-focused culture where your ideas are welcomed, your contributions matter, and your growth is a priority. Whether you're exploring a future in banking, finance, operations, or another business discipline, you'll have the opportunity to build a strong professional foundation while making connections that can last throughout your career.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so it is highly encouraged to apply soon HOURS: Regular business hours. BENEFITS: We offer a benefit package to our employees including paid time off, a wellness program, and a 401(k) savings plan at hire for future financial protection. ABOUT SECURITY NATIONAL BANK: Security National Bank was chartered in 1884 in Sioux City, Iowa; founded on the time-tested principles of integrity, honor, open-mindedness, efficiency, good humor, respect, duty, and human connection.

These principles served as guideposts that enabled SNB to withstand the economic panic of the late 1800s, the Great Depression, two World Wars, and the farm crisis — and emerge as the region’s most established and trustworthy locally owned bank. We believe what was worth doing well yesterday is still worth doing well today. People change and banking changes, but our time-tested principles remain.

To this day, we believe that doing what’s right is the only way to take care of customers, empower businesses, cultivate growth, inspire our community, and accomplish the remarkable. Security National Bank is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status.

LEARN MORE: https://www.snbonline.com/about/employment-opportunities LOCATIONS: Sioux City, IA Akron, IA Mapleton, IA Moville, IA Dakota Dunes, SD Sioux Falls, SD Education Preferred Bachelors or better Skills Preferred Teamwork Self-motivated Problem Solving Microsoft Office Honesty Finance Cash Handling Customer Service Computer Communication Banking Accuracy Behaviors Preferred Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Preferred Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization 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.