Kickstart your career in banking with Bridgewater Bank’s 2027 Summer Internship Program! Join a dynamic team where your ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and your growth is our priority.
We’re looking for a motivated intern to join our 2027 Summer Intern Cohort at Bridgewater Bank, working with the Marketing team. Our internship program is designed to immerse students in real-world banking experiences, enhancing their academic learning with meaningful corporate exposure. Interns will apply the knowledge and skills gained in college to impactful projects that contribute to our organization’s success.
Throughout the program, interns will:
- Collaborate with Bridgewater employees on innovative initiatives aligned with our vision.
- Participate in departmental meetings to gain insight into strategic decision-making.
- Lead individual projects and present their work to the Intern Cohort, as well as to our Operational and Senior Leadership Teams.
Program Duration: May 25, 2027 – August 20, 2027
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist the Marketing team with a wide range of tasks, providing support across day-to-day activities.
- Support the planning and delivery of internal and external communication efforts.
- Organize and maintain marketing assets and collateral.
Participate in brainstorming sessions and bring forward fresh ideas that drive engagement.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Candidates must be:
- Juniors and/or Seniors currently enrolled in a 4-year bachelor’s degree program in Marketing, Communications, Event Management or related field.
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Must be a self-starter with the ability to take initiative and manage projects from beginning to end.
- Attention to detail: Meticulous in reviewing event materials, communications, and logistics to ensure accuracy and brand consistency.
- Analytical & Critical Thinking: Strong reasoning skills with the ability to work independently and contribute effectively in a team setting.
- Communication Excellence: Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Presentation Acumen: Confidence and clarity in delivering presentations to various audiences.
- Organizational Strength: Exceptional ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Professional Integrity: Ability to handle confidential information with the highest level of discretion and demonstrated reliability and accountability in all aspects of work.
- Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships across teams and departments.
ABOUT BRIDGEWATER BANK:
It all started with a vision in 2005. This vision was to create a full-service, entrepreneurial bank where clients would notice a difference, team members would be challenged to grow, and the culture would be optimistic. Over a decade later, this unconventional attitude laid the foundation of Bridgewater Bank, a nationwide top-performing bank with an award-winning culture.
We’re on a mission to become the finest entrepreneurial bank in the Twin Cities. And it’s working. Join our team and you will be surrounded by remarkable people who want to challenge the status quo and redefine what it means to work in this industry. This journey began in 2005, and it’s just getting started. Will you join us?
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The hourly base pay range for this role is $22/hr. Bridgewater Bank provides:
- 2 Paid Holidays and PTO accrued in compliance with MN ESST Law
PLEASE NOTE:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. It is Bridgewater Bank’s policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits and termination, are made without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
STATUS: Non-Exempt
Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled as a junior or senior in a four-year bachelor's degree program in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or a related field
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Ability to take initiative and manage projects from beginning to end
- Strong attention to detail when reviewing event materials, communications, and logistics
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
- Ability to work independently and contribute effectively in a team setting
- Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Confidence and clarity in delivering presentations to various audiences
- Exceptional organizational skills, including managing multiple projects, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Ability to handle confidential information discreetly
- Reliability and accountability in all aspects of work
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships across teams and departments
What We Do
Bridgewater Bank (Nasdaq: BWB) has a great entrepreneurial story to tell. It all started with a vision in 2005. That vision was to create a full-service, entrepreneurial bank where answers came quickly, opportunities were plentiful, and the environment was positive and optimistic. It would be an unconventional bank where clients would notice a difference and people would be challenged to grow both professionally and personally. 20 years later, this vision and unconventional model has led to continuous growth and profitability. Bridgewater Bank has: become a top-performing bank nationwide, attracted investments from top institutional firms from coast to coast, become the first Minnesota bank to complete a successful IPO in over 25 years, created an award-winning culture and earned a reputation as a bank that understands clients’ unique needs. Out of the 400+ banks in Minnesota today, Bridgewater sits among the top ten by asset size. But to each of us, this is more than a high-performing bank; it’s a sense of community. We are a team of nimble banking professionals who want to redefine what it means to work in this industry. As our entrepreneurial story continues, we will never lose sight of what makes this place extraordinary – a steadfast commitment to our people. Workplace accolades: Top 150 Workplaces, 2015 – Star Tribune Top 150 Workplaces, 2016 – Star Tribune Top 150 Workplaces, 2017 – Star Tribune Top 150 Workplaces, 2018 – Star Tribune Top 150 Workplaces, 2019 – Star Tribune Top 150 Workplaces, 2020 – Star Tribune Top 175 Workplaces, 2021 – Star Tribune Top 200 Workplaces, 2022 – Star Tribune Top 200 Workplaces, 2023 – Star Tribune Top 200 Workplaces, 2024 – Star Tribune Top 200 Workplaces, 2025 – Star Tribune Best Banks to Work For, 2017 - American Banker Best Banks to Work For, 2018 - American Banker Best Banks to Work For, 2020 - American Banker Best Banks to Work For, 2022 - American Banker Best Banks to Work For, 2023 - American Banker
