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Deposit Raising Outreach Intern

CompanySelf-Help
LocationLorca
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 18, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Assist with community deposit-raising efforts by collaborating closely with non-profits. Develop and deliver programs on financial management and understanding credit reports.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
2518
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Welcome to Self-Help! Follow us on Linkedin for regular updates about our research and policy development work and our fair lending practices and products for homes, businesses and nonprofits, green initiatives and community real estate development. Also, check out our SERVICES TAB to learn more about our integrated approach to community development. Want to learn more? Self-Help is a family of nonprofit organizations whose mission is to create and protect ownership and economic opportunity for all. Since Self-Help's founding in 1980, it has grown to include two credit unions, a loan fund, and a research and policy development group that supports those outside of the economic mainstream. Specifically, we: * Help borrowers build wealth by providing fair and responsible mortgages and small business loans in North Carolina, California and other parts of the nation. * Strengthen under-served communities by financing affordable housing, childcare centers, public charter schools, faith-based organizations, and community-focused commercial real estate projects. * Research and report on financial markets to support policies and industry practices that lower the cost of poverty and promote ownership.
About the Role

Job Description:

We are seeking a Deposit Raising Outreach Intern to join our team!    

Are you interested in banking with a focus on deposit-raising? With your help, Self-Help will be able to do more lending within the organization for the underserved community.   

The team provides responsible financial services, financial education, lending for consumers and small businesses, and commercial real estate financing in key impact areas, such as affordable housing, clean energy, nonprofits, and more. They also advocate in support of under-resourced communities and against predatory lending practices.   

WHAT You’ll Do:   

  • Assist with community deposit-raising efforts by collaborating closely with non-profits.  

  • Develop and deliver programs on financial management, understanding credit reports, and addressing the impact of predatory lending on underserved communities.  

  • Learn about Self-Help's mission and contribute to various team activities as needed.  

WHAT You’ll Need:     

  • Undergraduate 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   

This is a paid internship at $24.00 per hour

Self-Help is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Company Disclaimer: 

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. 

Key Skills
Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsPublic SpeakingWritten CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailFinancial ManagementUnderstanding Credit ReportsAdvocacySocial WorkLearning Enthusiasm
Categories
Finance & AccountingSocial ServicesEducationConsulting