2026 Commercial Banking Summer Internship – Early Careers

Job Description

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Wells Fargo is a prominent financial institution. The job posting specifically highlights Wells Fargo Commercial Banking, which is a division that offers market-leading solutions, industry expertise, and insights to support clients’ growth and success, while also enhancing the communities it serves. The company emphasizes a culture focused on building strong customer relationships, balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven approach. Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Job Description, Detailed

This posting is for the 2026 Commercial Banking Summer Internship – Early Careers at Wells Fargo. It is a structured 10-week program designed for undergraduate students.

Program Overview:
The internship aims to provide a fundamental understanding of Commercial Banking and potential career paths through hands-on experience. Interns will work within one of Wells Fargo’s Commercial Banking businesses, gaining exposure to operations, business strategies, and company culture.

Development Focus:
The program is designed for intern development, preparing them for future career steps. Key aspects include:
• Induction Week: A week-long onboarding and training session with other Wells Fargo interns, providing networking opportunities with peers and leaders.
• On-the-job experience: Interns will have meaningful, in-depth experiences working with high-performing teams, actively participating in day-to-day activities to build analytical skills and understand key processes.
• Professional support: Interns will be partnered with experienced employees who will act as resources, coaches, providing guidance and feedback.
• Virtual speaker series: Top Wells Fargo leaders will offer insights into making the most of the summer experience and discuss trends in the financial services industry.
• Organized networking activities: Opportunities for community involvement and networking with peers and employees across Wells Fargo.

In this Role, Interns Will:
• Participate in formal internship program activities, workshops, and various initiatives.
• Complete assignments to familiarize themselves with policies and procedures for low-to-medium complex tasks.
• Conduct research and financial analysis to assess client needs and identify optimal Wells Fargo products and services.
• Partner with relationship managers, product specialists, and credit underwriters to support real-time business efforts.
• Receive direction from a manager while exercising independent judgment, developing knowledge of compliance and risk management requirements.
• Prioritize work, apply attention to detail, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic environment.

Program Duration:
The internship is 10 weeks long, from June to August 2026 (exact dates TBD and subject to change). Offers will be made for a specific office location based on candidate preference and business needs, with specific Commercial Banking business placements notified prior to the program start.

Ideal Candidates Must Have (Skills/Attributes):
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills.
• Solid problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Energetic self-starter who proactively takes initiative, remains curious, and has a genuine interest in learning and growth.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and across all organizational levels, valuing flexibility, collaboration, and adaptability.

Required Qualifications, US:
• 6+ months of work experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of work experience, training, military experience, or education.
• Candidates must be presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and will not require work visa sponsorship from Wells Fargo now or in the future.

Desired Qualifications:
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree with an expected graduation date between December 2026 or May/June 2027. (All majors are welcome.)
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) skills.
• Involvement in extracurricular enrichment activities (volunteerism, student organizations, study abroad, leadership positions, non-profit involvement).
• Proven ability to work effectively, as well as independently, in a collaborative, change-driven atmosphere.
• Energetic self-starter who proactively takes initiative, acts with urgency, remains curious, and has a genuine interest in learning and growth.
• Demonstrated knowledge, interest, and/or experience in finance, accounting, and sales.

Program Locations:
Atlanta, GA; Boston, MA; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Minneapolis, MN; Phoenix, AZ.

Pay Range (Hourly):
• Atlanta, GA: $36.06/hr
• Boston, MA: $43.27/hr
• Charlotte, NC: $36.06/hr
• Chicago, IL: $39.90/hr
• Dallas, TX: $36.06/hr
• Minneapolis, MN: $36.06/hr
• Phoenix, AZ: $36.06/hr

The broader advertised pay range for general Wells Fargo positions is $18.00 – $65.00, but for this specific internship, the detailed hourly rates by location are provided. Pay may vary based on factors like achievements, skills, experience, or work location.

Benefits (for eligible employees, as per Wells Fargo Jobs website):
• Health benefits
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid time off
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
• Parental leave
• Critical caregiving leave
• Discounts and savings
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Scholarships for dependent children
• Adoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:
October 31, 2025. However, the job posting may be removed earlier due to a high volume of applicants. Applicants are encouraged to monitor their email for future communications after applying.

Additional Information:
• Applicants with disabilities can request medical accommodations during the application or interview process.
• Wells Fargo prohibits third-party recordings unless authorized.
• Candidates are required to directly represent their own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.