Summer Internship (onsite)

Location: Newtown, CT Newtown Savings Bank 2027 Summer Internship Opportunities Newtown Savings Bank is seeking college students to fill our Summer Internship opportunities. Our Corporate Office is in the historic center of Newtown, CT, and we have Retail branch locations in the surrounding communities. At Newtown Savings Bank, supporting local Connecticut communities is the heart of everything we do.

We remain – as we have since 1855 – steadfast in our commitment to serve our customers and our communities. Our paid Internship Program offers a 12-week immersion into a career in Banking starting in late May through mid-August. Interns will be provided meaningful projects, collaborate with, and be mentored by experienced Banking professionals, and could earn college credit while building a professional resume.

Planned programs include interaction with Executive Leadership, professional development, and an intern cohort experience to build friendships and professional relationships. We are seeking current college students pursuing degrees in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Human Resources, Risk Management, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Criminal Justice, or related fields.

Internships Opportunities: All positions are onsite, full-time 37.5 hours/week, Monday-Friday Preference will be given to individuals who can commit to the entire 12-week period. Deposit Operations – Deposit Operations Internship Responsibilities include floating between various areas of Operations to gain exposure to backend banking processes and daily banking operations.

The intern will have the opportunity to observe how different operational areas work together, learn about various aspects of the financial system, assist with testing activities, and gain exposure to how data from multiple channels is utilized to support banking operations. Internship Requirements: Current college student pursuing a degree in Business, Finance, Information Technology , or a related field.

Strong organizational, technology, and problem-solving skills, relevant work or internship experience, and an interest in learning about banking operations and financial systems. Finance – Accounting/Finance Internship Responsibilities include assisting the Finance team with daily operational and accounting activities, including weekly and monthly reporting, daily balancing, accounts payable processing, daily reconciliations, ICS updates and filings, and testing of procedures.

The intern will also help support day-to-day team activities and gain exposure to core accounting and financial operations. Internship Requirements: Current college student pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics , or a related field. Candidates should have working knowledge of Excel, be comfortable using multiple software systems, possess strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, demonstrate a high attention to detail, and have relevant work or internship experience.

This internship is primarily focused on accounting and is best suited for students seeking hands-on accounting experience. Fraud/BSA – Fraud/BSA Internship Responsibilities include supporting the Fraud and BSA teams with key fraud prevention and compliance functions, including Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Currency Transaction Reporting (CTR), and alert review processes.

The intern will work with business lines to help ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely follow-up on outstanding items while gaining hands-on exposure to fraud and BSA operations. Internship Requirements: Current college student pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice, Risk Management, Business Administration, Forensics, Investigations , or a related field.

Candidates should possess strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, research and investigative skills, relevant work or internship experience, proficiency in Excel, effective written communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Risk Management – Risk Management Internship Responsibilities include supporting a variety of Risk Management initiatives while gaining exposure to the Bank's risk and compliance functions.

Responsibilities

may include assisting with vendor risk management activities, collecting and analyzing risk-related information, supporting internal audit and compliance initiatives, participating in meetings with business units, assisting with Information Security activities, and contributing to special projects related to enterprise risk, compliance, information security, vendor management, operational risk, and Fraud/BSA functions.

Internship Requirements: Current college student pursuing a degree in Risk Management, Technology, Business , or a related field. Candidates should possess strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, relevant work or internship experience, the ability to handle confidential information, strong organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines.

Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel is a plus. Human Resources – Human Resources Internship Responsibilities include observing and participating in the overall functions of the Human Resources department, enabling the intern to develop and apply skills in recruiting, candidate screening, written and verbal communication, professionalism, employee relations, event planning, benefits administration and enrollment, new hire orientation and onboarding, employment branding, career opportunity promotion, stay interviews, and other HR-related activities.

Internship Requirements: Current college student pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree with a Human Resources concentration or major . Excellent written and verbal communication skills, relevant work or internship experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and the ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Candidates should be quick learners who are adaptable, enthusiastic, self-driven, and team oriented. Loan Origination – Loan Origination Compliance and Operations Internship Responsibilities include identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency, streamline processes, and enhance customer experience throughout the lending lifecycle.

The intern will evaluate operational workflows, help develop solutions that reduce manual effort and increase productivity, and assist with leveraging AI to analyze processes, automate repetitive tasks, and identify innovative business solutions. Internship Requirements: Current college student pursuing a degree in Business, Finance, Technology, Data Analytics , or a related field.

Candidates should possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills, relevant work or internship experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel), strong communication skills, and an interest in utilizing AI tools to improve business processes and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Any physical demands or work conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Newtown Savings Bank is an equal opportunity employer and complies with affirmative action programs for qualified veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Newtown Savings Bank shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, national origin/ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.