Intern

Introduction

Since 1973, East West Bank has served as a pathway to success. With over 120 locations across the U.S. and Asia, we are the premier financial bridge between the East and West.

Our teams of experienced, multi-cultural professionals help guide businesses and community members on both sides of the Pacific looking to explore new markets and create new opportunities, and our sustained growth and expertise in industries like real estate, entertainment and media, private equity and venture capital, and high-tech help build sustainable businesses and expand our associates' potential for career advancement. Headquartered in California, East West Bank (Nasdaq: EWBC) is a top performing commercial bank with an exclusive focus on the U.S. and Greater China markets. With a strong foundation, and enterprising spirit and a commitment to absolute integrity, East West Bank gives people the confidence to reach further.

Overview

Every year, East West Bank looks to hire junior/senior level undergraduate and graduate students for our summer internship program, starting in May and running through mid-August. All internships are full-time, paid opportunities. In a typical year, applications are accepted March through early May.

East West Bank's internship program gives students the opportunity to gain valuable and practical hands-on experience in their majors, explore the banking/finance industry, and learn about our culture and business philosophy. From special projects to collaborating with team members, students will leave feeling energized, knowledgeable, and excited about the banking industry.

We currently have Summer Internship positions available for current College/University students, with the Consumer and Business Banking teams located in California and New York. The internship is a paid, full-time position that will take place for 6 weeks starting in/after May.

Responsibilities

• Support different initiatives including campaigns and projects to drive business opportunities• Assisting with the bank's community outreach and economic development activities and in moderately complex target market areas.• Will assist to establish and maintain relationships with community organizations such as activist groups, community agencies, non-profits, CRA and minority groups, while also reaching out to all aspects of community outreach to assess community credit needs and the bank's effectiveness in meeting those needs.• Collaborate with team members to support necessary enhancements within the CRA Program• Assisting bank's focus on supporting communities' quality of life, small businesses, promoting financial literacy and delivering on diversity & inclusion• Conduct in-depth market research on industry trends / challenges and present in a professional setting• Work with marketing partners to convey product messaging and improve customer acquisition• Develop and drive customer acquisition programs• Support development of frontline soft skills and sales coaching materials and participate in various coaching sessions• Work with operations partners to identify process improvement opportunities

And any other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a College/University with a minimum GPA of 3.2 and working toward a Bachelor's or Master's degree, or a recent graduate from College. • Good communication and presentation skills with positive mindset, be ready to challenges, result-oriented• Ability to work well independently as well as in a team.• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking, leadership, analytical skills and to proactively provide solutions

Compensation

The base pay range for this position is USD $20.00/Hr. - USD $22.00/Hr. Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.