Community Development Internship Jobs in Detroit, MI

Summary:

Huntington’s internship programs provide emerging talent with meaningful, hands‑on experience aligned to their area of study. Over the course of the interns’ time at Huntington, they gain exposure to key business functions across all segments of the organization. An intern’s experience should be focused on professional growth, skill development, and practical application of academic learning. Interns participate in a structured series of development opportunities, including interactions with senior leadership and career pathing insights. The experience also includes immersion in Huntington’s award‑winning culture through community involvement and team‑based activities. Internships at Huntington are designed to help students build a strong foundation for future career success while contributing to meaningful business initiatives.

Internship Opportunities at Huntington:

Huntington offers internship opportunities for students who are currently enrolled in an academic program and seeking practical, hands‑on experience in their field of study.  Internships take place during a defined period of time and are available across all business segments.

• Rising juniors (Winter 2028 or Spring 2029 grads) may participate in Huntington's Foundations Program, an 8-week, regionally focused experience where students partner directly with a manager and team, contribute to meaningful projects, build professional skills, and explore career opportunities across Huntington and the financial services industry.
• Rising seniors (Winter 2027 or Spring 2028 grads) may participate in the Enterprise Internship Program, an 11-week, role-aligned experience where students work directly with a manager and team on meaningful business initiatives. In addition to hands-on project work, participants gain exposure to executive leadership, participate in Huntington's innovation project, and build connections that may lead to future full-time opportunities.

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All interns participate in a variety of developmental and professional activities designed to support learning and exposure to the organization. Depending on your school year, program components may include:

• Experience in day‑to‑day responsibilities related to their assigned team
• Exposure to broader business functions
• A structured schedule of professional development sessions
• Opportunities to engage with members of the Executive Leadership Team
• Discussions with senior leaders regarding career paths and Huntington’s business areas
• A team project focused on applying Huntington’s innovation framework to a business‑relevant problem
• Participation in volunteer activities and internal events aligned with Huntington’s culture

Wealth Management Internship Overview

Within Wealth Management, interns gain exposure to helping individuals, families, and businesses achieve their financial goals through personalized planning and investment strategies. Students partner directly with professionals to contribute to meaningful projects and initiatives while developing knowledge of financial planning, investment management, portfolio analysis, wealth preservation, retirement planning, and client relationship management.

Opportunities may include exposure to market research, portfolio reviews, financial plan development, client engagement strategies, investment analysis, and wealth management operations. Successful candidates are curious, collaborative, and interested in learning more about careers in financial planning, investment advisory services, and wealth management.

Huntington offers Wealth Management Internships through a rotational learning experience with exposure to two or more of the following areas: Financial Planning, Chief Investment Office, Portfolio Management, Huntington Financial Advisors Service, and Ultra High Net Worth/Family Office. These positions will be in either Columbus or Cincinnati, OH, Detroit or Grand Rapids Michigan, and or the Carolinas.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Collaborate directly with your manager
• Support organization and department initiatives
• Provide recommendations to improve your department
• Work both independently and within a team
• Exhibit a professional, business-like demeanor
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills
• Aptitude - proficiency with computer software, particularly the Microsoft Office Suite
• Take initiative to achieve personal career goals
• Participate in all HNB internship events
• Energy, enthusiasm, and passion for Huntington!

Basic Qualifications:

• High School graduate
• Enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate accredited University with at least one quarter/semester of school after the completion of the summer program.
• Demonstrated teamwork and leadership through extracurricular activities and/or work experience
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Proficiency in MicrosoftOffice® applications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Course(s) of study applicable to the area of business
• Ability to maintain professional composure in a dynamic work environment that often requires management and completion of multiple tasks
• Demonstrate sound judgment and ability to apply logical/critical thought processes when developing solutions
• Ability to display a positive business presence with management and external personnel
• A strong interest in Banking as a career
• Relevant Majors: Finance, Financial Planning, Economics, Wealth Management, Investment & Securities, Accounting.

• Relevant Coursework:
  • Investments and Portfolio Management Personal Financial Planning, Financial Markets and Institutions, Corporate Finance, Retirement Planning, Estate Planning, Risk Management and Insurance, Financial Analysis, Accounting Principles, Economics (Microeconomics and Macroeconomics)

• Preferred Skills & Interests:
  • Interest in wealth management, financial planning, and investment strategies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with clients and team members
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other business applications
  • Demonstrated initiative, professionalism, and eagerness to learn
  • Passion for helping individuals and families achieve their financial goals

Exempt Status: (Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay)

Workplace Type:

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds:  in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Huntington will not sponsor applicants for this position for immigration benefits, including but not limited to assisting with obtaining work permission for F-1 students, H-1B professionals, O-1 workers, TN workers, E-3 workers, among other immigration statuses. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Note to Agency Recruiters:  Huntington will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.  All unsolicited resumes sent to any Huntington colleagues, directly or indirectly, will be considered Huntington property. Recruiting agencies must have a valid, written and fully executed Master Service Agreement and Statement of Work for consideration.