2026 Commercial Banking Summer Internship – Early Careers

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Wells Fargo: Wells Fargo is a prominent financial services company. This job posting specifically highlights its Commercial Banking division. This division focuses on providing market-leading solutions, industry expertise, and insights to support the growth and success of its clients, thereby enhancing the communities it serves. Wells Fargo emphasizes a culture balanced with strong risk mitigation and compliance, which is critical to the success of its customers and the company.

Job Description

Role Title: 2026 Commercial Banking Summer Internship – Early Careers

Program Overview:
The Wells Fargo Commercial Banking Summer Internship is a structured 10-week program designed for undergraduate students. Its primary goal is to provide interns with a basic understanding of Commercial Banking and explore potential career paths within the field through hands-on experience. Interns will work directly with experienced teams within one of Wells Fargo’s Commercial Banking businesses, gaining exposure to the company’s operations, business strategies, and culture.

During the Summer, the Program Focuses on Your Development through:
• Induction Week: A week-long onboarding and training session that includes networking opportunities with peers and leaders from across Wells Fargo, providing a jump start to the internship experience.
• On-the-job experience: Interns will actively participate in their team’s day-to-day activities, gaining meaningful and in-depth experiences. This participation helps interns build analytical skills and a basic understanding of key processes.
• Professional support: Interns are partnered with high-performing employees who serve as resources and coaches, offering guidance, answering questions, helping navigate challenging situations, and providing feedback throughout the summer.
• A virtual speaker series: Top Wells Fargo leaders provide insights into how to maximize the summer experience and discuss current trends in the financial services industry.
• Organized networking activities: Opportunities are provided for community involvement and networking with peers and employees across Wells Fargo.

In This Role You Will:
• Participate in formal internship program activities, workshops, and various initiatives within the program.
• Complete numerous assignments to become familiar with policies and procedures, addressing low-to-medium complex tasks and deliverables where answers can be quickly obtained.
• 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 that drive client outcomes.
• Receive direction from a manager while exercising independent judgment, developing knowledge of compliance and risk management requirements for the supported area.
• Prioritize work, apply attention to detail, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment.

Program Duration:
The internship spans 10 weeks, typically from June to August 2026 (exact dates TBD and subject to change).

Ideal Candidates for This Role Must Have the Following:
• 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, where flexibility, collaboration, and adaptability are important.

Required Qualifications, US:
• 6+ months of work experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.

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 through one or more of the following: volunteerism, student organization involvement, study abroad program(s), leadership position(s), 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:
Offers are made for a specific office location based on candidate preference and business needs. Interns will be notified of their specific Commercial Banking business placement prior to the program start. Available locations include:
• Atlanta, GA
• Boston, MA
• Charlotte, NC
• Chicago, IL
• Dallas, TX
• Minneapolis, MN
• Phoenix, AZ

Pay Range:
The base pay range for this position varies by location:
• 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 overall listed pay range, likely referring to broader compensation possibilities at Wells Fargo, is $18.00 – $65.00.

Benefits:
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, including:
• 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

Important Information:
• The job posting may be removed prior to the indicated close date due to the volume of applications.
• Only candidates presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from Wells Fargo now or in the future will be considered.
• Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer.
• Information on medical accommodations for applicants with disabilities is available.
• Wells Fargo maintains a drug-free workplace.
• Third-party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
• Applicants are required to directly represent their own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.

Posting End Date: October 31, 2025.
Req Number: R-467118.