Community Impact Intern

Kickstart your career in banking with Bridgewater Bank’s 2026 Summer Internship Program! Join a dynamic team where your ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and your growth is our priority. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and people-oriented intern to join our 2026 Summer Intern Cohort at Bridgewater Bank within the Community Impact team. Bridgewater Bank’s internship is designed to engage students in real world banking activities to maximize student’s education with practical corporate experience. The program strives to provide students the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills learned in college to real life work within our organization. Interns will have the opportunity to work side by side with Bridgewater employees collaborating innovative ideas that fit our vision. As a Bridgewater intern, our interns will have the chance to sit in on meetings with their department and be assigned to individual projects which they present to the Cohort and the Operational and Senior Leadership Teams at the end of the Internship. Program Duration:June 1, 2026 – August 20, 2026

RESPONSIBILITES:

Support the Community Impact team with day-to-day coordination of charitable giving, employee volunteerism, nonprofit partnerships, and community engagement initiatives. Assist with planning and delivering volunteer events, community partnerships, and internal engagement campaigns, including scheduling, logistics, materials, and follow-up. Maintain organized records for community partnerships, sponsorships, donations, volunteer participation, and related program assets. Help collect and analyze program data, identify insights, and develop reports and communications that demonstrate Bridgewater Bank's community impact to internal and external audiences. Research nonprofit organizations, community needs, and emerging practices in corporate philanthropy, employee engagement, and community investment. Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute fresh ideas that strengthen employee participation and create meaningful community impact.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must be: Currently enrolled in a 4-year bachelor’s degree program pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Community Relations, Public Affairs, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field. Authorized to work in the United States Strong Communication Skills - Excellent verbal and written communication abilities to interact with employees, candidates, and leadership effectively. Organizational Skills - Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. Interpersonal Skills - Strong ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and maintain professionalism and confidentiality. Strong analytical/reasoning skills with the ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong presentation acumen. Excellent organizational skills to deal with multiple projects and priorities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Ability: Maintain confidential information to the highest degree. Work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. Develop and maintain effective working relationships.

ABOUT BRIDGEWATER BANK:

It all started with a vision in 2005. This vision was to create a full-service, entrepreneurial bank where clients would notice a difference, team members would be challenged to grow, and the culture would be optimistic. Over a decade later, this unconventional attitude laid the foundation of Bridgewater Bank, a nationwide top-performing bank with an award-winning culture. We’re on a mission to become the finest entrepreneurial bank in the Twin Cities. And it’s working. Join our team and you will be surrounded by remarkable people who want to challenge the status quo and redefine what it means to work in this industry. This journey began in 2005, and it’s just getting started. Will you join us?

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The hourly base pay range for this role is $22/hr. Bridgewater Bank provides: 2 Paid Holidays and PTO accrued in compliance with MN ESST Law

PLEASE NOTE:

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. It is Bridgewater Bank’s policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits and termination, are made without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

STATUS:

Non-Exempt Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bridgewater Bank