High School Summer Internship Program

Job Description

High School Summer Internship Program | Hudson Valley Credit Union

The Tone:
This is an internship at Hudson Valley Credit Union, located in Poughkeepsie, NY. Hudson Valley Credit Union is dedicated to providing students with practical working knowledge of the Credit Union industry and valuable exposure to general business operations. This role offers an immersive experience, enabling participants to gain comprehensive exposure to multiple operational areas within HVCU through a dynamic combination of rotational assignments, structured classroom training, and formalized feedback. The program aims to improve technical, analytical, and professional competencies, making a meaningful impact on the intern’s career foundation.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: In-person, Poughkeepsie, NY
• Pay: $16.50 hourly
• Mission: This person will gain practical industry knowledge and contribute to various operational areas of the credit union, developing foundational business understanding and professional competencies.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Operations: Actively participate in rotational assignments across various business units to improve technical, analytical, and professional skills.
• Industry Knowledge: Develop a foundational understanding of HVCU’s product and service offerings through direct observation and assigned tasks.
• Compliance: Maintain strict confidentiality of all HVCU proprietary information and adhere to all credit union policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Training: Participate in all required training, including Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) training, and demonstrate acquired knowledge.
• Collaboration: Support the Credit Union’s initiatives by consistently demonstrating teamwork, professionalism, and applying HVCU’s guiding principles.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Students entering their Junior or Senior year of high school in the upcoming academic year, maintaining a strong academic standing.
• Experience: Required to have valid New York State Working Papers and be available for the entirety of the 6-week program from July 7th to August 14th, 2025.
• Bonus: Reliable transportation is preferred.