Student-Athlete Micro-Internship

Job Description

Student-Athlete Micro-Internship | First Horizon

The Tone:
This is a micro-internship at First Horizon, located on-site in Knoxville, TN. First Horizon Corporation is a leading regional financial services company that empowers clients, communities, and associates to achieve their full potential through capital and counsel. The company provides a comprehensive suite of commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth management, and other financial services across 12 states in the southern U.S. This role is crucial as it offers student-athletes a focused, hands-on opportunity to explore the banking industry and gain practical insight. It provides a foundational understanding of banking fundamentals and establishes a professional network, potentially leading to future career opportunities with First Horizon Bank.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary
• Location: Knoxville, TN (In-person)
• Pay: $20 hourly
• Mission: Provide student-athletes with practical insight into banking fundamentals and a foundation for potential future opportunities with First Horizon Bank.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Rotation: Rotate across various key lines of business to understand diverse banking operations.
• Shadowing: Shadow bank leaders to observe and learn from day-to-day operations and decision-making processes.
• Task Completion: Complete real tasks that accurately reflect the daily responsibilities and functions within the banking environment.
• Client Interaction: Gain first-hand experience with client interactions, building practical client service skills.
• Networking & Guidance: Receive one-on-one guidance from seasoned associates and actively strengthen your professional network within the banking industry.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Full-time student athlete enrolled at the University of Tennessee with an anticipated graduation date between May 2026 and May 2027. Must maintain a GPA of 2.75 or above, demonstrating a strong interest in business and finance.
• Experience: Demonstrated leadership and self-development through work or campus activities.
• Skills: Strong communication and collaboration skills, strategic and critical thinking abilities, and the capacity to interface and network effectively with individuals at all organizational levels. Resourcefulness, team-orientation, enthusiasm, and an entrepreneurial spirit are also required.