About Working at Commerce
Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It’s about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn’t stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us.
Here, you’ll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You’ll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you.
Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after 160 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let’s talk.
Compensation Range
Hourly: $20.00 - $20.00 (Amount based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies.)About This Job
LJ Hart underwrites municipal bonds to help local governments including school districts, counties, cities, and others entities borrow money on a tax-exempt basis to meet capital facilities and equipment needs. We are currently seeking a motivated, organized, and customer focused individual for an investment banking internship opportunity.
The summer internship session will begin on Tuesday, May 18, 2027, and will run for 11 weeks, ending on Friday, July 30, 2027. Internships are paid, full-time opportunities with a Monday through Friday work schedule.
*Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Work Schedule
40 hours per week
Hours of operation: Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Occasional travel within Missouri to Board meetings (expected about twice per month)
Location: Clayton, MO
Essential Functions
Interpreting data for the purpose of analyzing past financial trends in order to project future debt possibilities
Develop multi-million dollar financing structures for General Obligation Bond and Capital Facilities Lease issues for a variety of municipalities including school districts, fire protection districts, cities, and counties
Provide expertise in cash flow analyses, new money financings, refinancing of debt, bonding capacity, election support, and long-term financial plans
Analyze municipalities' current debt structures and prepare financing proposals to present at public meetings
Manage documents for financings, record keeping, and other professional office activities
Ensure file organization based on office protocol
Perform ad-hoc support and other duties as needed Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required
Ability to take initiative and meet tight deadlines
Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Inquisitive, agile and strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values
Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Education & Experience
Actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a Business Management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or Economics preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience required
1+ year related experience preferred
***For individuals applying, assigned and/or hired to work in areas with pay transparency requirements, Commerce is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for some roles. This compensation range is for the Intern job. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable differentials (geographic, bilingual, or shift) that could be associated with the position or where it is filled. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay is $20.00 per hour
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The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for the following employment benefits: employer sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time. In addition, we offer career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits. Click here to learn more.
Location: 8000 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton, Missouri 63105Time Type:
Full timeSkills Required
- Actively pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or Economics, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to take initiative and meet tight deadlines
- Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to remain adaptable and resilient with an optimistic outlook
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- At least one year of related experience
- Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship
Commerce Bank Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Commerce Bank and has not been reviewed or approved by Commerce Bank.
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests medical coverage is robust with multiple plan options through major carriers and added programs like Hinge Health, Virta, and an EAP. Preventive care emphasis and digital care resources indicate strong day‑to‑day health support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Feedback suggests time off is comprehensive with vacation, sick/personal time, holidays, parental leave, volunteer time off, and a vacation purchase program. Flexible schedules further support effective use of PTO.
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests retirement benefits are solid with a structured 401(k) and a tiered company match on the first portion of pay. The design increases support with age and service, signaling commitment to long‑term savings.
Commerce Bank Insights
What We Do
At Commerce Bank, we know life’s best moments can come with some financial complexity. Our job is to help people and businesses navigate challenges so they can get back to focusing on what matters most. We do this by getting to know our customers and communities and accepting their goals as our own to deliver the right financial solutions and guidance. It’s what we’ve done for more than 150 years. We’re a regional bank headquartered in Kansas City and St. Louis, delivering a full line of financial services including business and personal banking, checking, savings, loans (including mortgages and student loans), credit and debit cards, plus investment services and wealth management.
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