Founded in 1963, FirstBank is Colorado's largest locally owned holding company and we are still growing, serving customers in Colorado, California, and Arizona. Our growth can be attributed to one simple philosophy: do right by customers, communities, and employees, which is at the center of the company's "banking for good" mantra. FirstBank believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are part of everything we do, both within and outside our company, and we take pride in hiring and training a diverse and talented group. We strive to not only maintain a diverse workforce, but also ensure our employee experience garners a sense of belonging, is inclusive and equitable. FirstBank believes that a company is nothing without the people that comprise it. By joining the FirstBank team you will experience our great team culture with ample opportunity for growth. There's an opportunity for everyone with positions across the company, from Personal Banker and Call Center to Technology and Lending. Apply today to learn more and join the team!
FirstBank is committed to participating in a Pre-Career Development Program by providing Interns with the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and experience in the Technology and Security fields. We are looking to fill up to 7 internship positions. The Technology/Security internship is an 11-12 week foundational program for individuals interested in pursuing careers in Technology.
Over the course of an intern's training at FirstBank, they will work closely with a manager and staff on daily tasks to help support the Technology and Security departments and improve the intern's core IT knowledge and skills. Tasks will be small in nature and involve a high degree of cooperation and mentorship with others in IT. The goal of the position is to provide value where possible, determine if there is a future fit within the company, and improve both technical and interpersonal skills.
Additional Professional Development Activities Include:
- Professional Development Days: The main function of this internship program is to provide interns with a multitude of professional development opportunities that can be used both in their personal lives and at work.
- Intern Community Give Back: Interns are offered an opportunity to give back to the community as a team for a full-day, allowing interns to network with one another while volunteering.
- Intern Projects: Interns will present an end-of-summer project, focused around their internship work, to Technology and Security teams, Management and Senior Leadership.
- Intern Social Outings: FirstBank will conduct in-person social gatherings/networking opportunities among all interns so they have the ability to get to know one another outside of tasks and projects.
Interested?
Great! Make sure your application includes the following required items in order to be considered for the internship:
- Complete the application in its entirety
- Attach a current resume
- Attach your most recent (unofficial) college transcripts
You will hear from us after we have reviewed your application. If you do apply, please know that we review each and every application submitted and we know what a time commitment it is to prepare an application. We are grateful for your interest.
Starting at $22.00 per hour
Minimum Requirements
- Current full-time college students seeking a technology focused degree, who will have completed at least two (2) years of undergraduate studies at the start of the internship with preference to the following concentrations: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or Business
- Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA
Preferred Requirements
Desire to work in one of the following areas of Technology:
- Data Analytics
- Security
- Application Development
- Infrastructure & Operations
- Project Management
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong logical and analytical problem solving skills
- Good customer service skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently
- Basic working knowledge of information security concepts and techniques
- Basic understanding of the definition and design of IT systems and applications
- Ability to prioritize daily work with help from supervisor
- Aptitude to learn quickly and work in a team environment
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
- Frequently remains stationary throughout a typical business day
- Frequently operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer
- Occasionally moves about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, and other rooms
- Occasionally positions self to access drawers and shelves of various heights
- Frequently reaches for and handles paperwork and files
- Constantly communicates with customers, coworkers, and management in-person and on the phone
- Must be able to exchange accurate information
- FirstBank does not currently offer fully remote positions, except as required by law. The actual number of in-office days that may be required will vary by business unit, role, and business need.
Statement of Benefits
FirstBank offers a suite of benefits that support our employees' professional, financial, physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. Benefits currently offered with our positions include: Paid Time Off/paid leave programs, 401K/Employee Stock Ownership, United Healthcare medical, MetLife dental, VSP vision, Employee tuition reimbursement, Volunteer Time Off, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Group Life Insurance/AD&D
EOE/Affirmative Action
FirstBank is an EOE/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. FirstBank does not permit pay inequities. Anyone who believes they have been subject to pay inequity should immediately report their concerns to the Human Resource Department.
Colorado Job Application Fairness Act
Under Colorado's Job Application Fairness Act, you have the right to redact from any documents that you submit in connection with your application information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Should you wish to exercise your right to redact such information, please redact it prior to submitting the documentation
*This opportunity is expected to close by 11/1/24*
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