What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deposit Raising Research Intern position at Self-Help External?
WHO We Are:
Self-Help started in 1980 with a focus on economic inequality especially in communities that have faced systemic barriers in building wealth. At the core of what Self-Help does is a drive to create and protect ownership and economic opportunity. In other words, we’re committed to economic justice! Economic Justice means that all communities have the basic infrastructure they need to thrive, from high-quality schools to grocery stores selling fresh food resources that support opportunity at a neighborhood level regardless of demographics, income, or wealth. Since our founding, we’ve constantly sought to find new ways to pursue greater economic justice: from providing fair and affordable loans to working with partners to demand that lawmakers change unjust policies.
Self-Help’s internship program is designed to give students valuable experience in a professional setting while broadening their knowledge of Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). It is our hope that we can educate and create a passion for the field of community development in the next generation of leaders.
We are seeking a Deposit Raising Research Intern to join our Milwaukee Team!
Are you interested in helping individuals and families overcome financial obstacles? Self-Help's Milwaukee team is seeking an intern to support their efforts to create and protect ownership and economic opportunity for everyone, particularly low-wealth families, individuals, communities of color, women, children, and immigrants.
The team is focused on raising deposits from high-net-worth individuals (HNWI), institutions, municipalities, and other sources to support and subsidize branches while providing low-cost lending capital. Additionally, they work to provide access to financial capability (FinCap) resources within the branch's service area. This full-time, 40-hour-per-week onsite summer internship runs from May 19th to August 1st and offers a professional development experience designed to enhance your skills and knowledge.
WHAT You’ll Do:
- Conduct prospect research and assist in developing a pipeline for deposit raising opportunities
- Provide strategic analysis to identify key areas for growth and development
- Support community engagement efforts to build relationships and raise awareness
WHAT You’ll Need:
- Undergraduate(junior or senior level) or graduate students; recent graduates welcome to apply
- Demonstrate a sincere interest in non-profit work, education, advocacy, or social work
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and public speaking skills
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- An enthusiasm for learning
- Strong attention to detail
Self-Help is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons, regardless of race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression (including transgender status), age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, class or family status.
