Commercial Real Estate Rotational Internship 2027

Looking for an internship where you feel inspired, challenged and empowered to succeed?

At Johnson Financial Group, our internship experience is designed to help you build a strong foundation for your future. You’ll be challenged to grow, supported by experienced professionals, and encouraged to contribute in ways that make an impact from day one.

Johnson Financial Group is Wisconsin’s largest privately held, family-owned financial services institution, headquartered in Racine with locations across the state. Guided by our values of compassion, consistency, customer focus, and community, we are committed to helping our associates, clients, and communities thrive.

During our 11-week rotational internship, you’ll work closely with our Credit and Commercial Real Estate (CRE) teams to gain a well-rounded, hands-on understanding of the key pillars that drive success in the CRE line of business. Through structured rotations, you’ll develop the foundational knowledge and practical skills that will prepare you for entry-level opportunities at JFG.

Our goal is to provide you with an immersive learning experience that not only deepens your understanding of financial services but also helps you discover where your interests and strengths align within Commercial Real Estate.

You’ll gain experience in the areas of:

• CREDIT: Understand and apply the 5 C’s of Credit while working with the credit team to learn the credit analysis process and how lending decisions are supported.
• PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT / SALES: Assist Relationship Managers through the sales process, prepare materials for the credit approval process, support life-of-loan responsibilities, deliver portfolio management reports, and attend select client meetings and property visits with Relationship Managers.
• FUNDING: Work with the funding team to ensure loans are properly monitored and serviced, within budget, and in accordance with credit approval.

Our program also allows interns to experience the history of JFG and its surrounding communities.

Beyond your day-to-day Commercial Real Estate experience, you’ll have opportunities to connect, give back, and be part of memorable moments throughout the summer, including:

• Connecting with our Executive Team during orientation and continuing to build relationships with leaders throughout the summer.
• Giving back alongside fellow interns and associates through a community volunteer event at the Hunger Task Force.
• Taking part in the Light the Hoan Internship Challenge, a collaborative project that brings interns together and highlights the true power of teamwork.
• Enjoying additional networking, learning, and community-focused experiences designed to make your summer meaningful and fun.

Experience what it’s like to work for an organization that helps you build a foundation for your future success.

Qualifications for Internship:

• Actively seeking a degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; involvement in a Commercial Banking club or program preferred
• Junior standing
• Involvement in a Finance Association a plus
• Active member in the Real Estate Club at UW Madison, UW Milwaukee or Marquette and/or an active member in the Commercial Banking Program at Marquette preferred

Our culture embraces diversity, equity, & inclusion; one where everyone feels valued and heard. For more information on JFG's culture and diversity efforts, including our employee resource groups, please visit the Diversity section of our career website.