2027 Summer Commercial Bank Internship - Cleveland

About the role

The Commercial Bank internship offers an immersive 10.5-week experience designed to deepen your understanding of the Commercial Banking landscape and how various lines of business collaborate to deliver insights and solutions that help clients operate more effectively. The program runs from May 26, 2027, to August 6, 2027.

Program highlights

• Meaningful work that directly impacts Key’s business and strategic pillars
• Structured feedback, coaching, and mentorship from assigned mentors
• Networking opportunities with Key teammates at all levels
• Learning Labs featuring internal and external speakers on topics such as Key’s competitive landscape, financial wellness, and professional development
• Line-of-business-specific projects and a capstone presentation to executive leadership

Commercial Banking at Key

Key’s Commercial Bank delivers tailored financial solutions to support the growth, liquidity, and risk management needs of middle-market and institutional clients. The bank differentiates itself through integrated industry expertise, unique insights, and capital-markets solutions, including lending, commercial payments (treasury), and advisory support. As a core component of Key’s strategic priorities, the Commercial Bank drives client success and contributes to overall company performance.

Responsibilities

• Learn how KeyBank and the Commercial Bank operate, including mission, products, and client segments
• Work alongside industry professionals to analyze financial reporting and identify business opportunities
• Receive training, mentorship, and engagement with senior leaders to learn the industry
• Collaborate with sales and product teams to deliver value to clients through day-to-day and project work
• Conduct research and analysis as part of a capstone project culminating in an executive-level presentation
• Build relationships to understand the roles and functions of various departments within KeyBank

Qualifications

• Enrolled in at least the junior year of a four-year undergraduate degree program with coursework in finance, economics, accounting, data science, business analytics, information systems, or mathematics; expected graduation by May 2028
• Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.3
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork through prior work experience and/or extracurricular activities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic
• Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Professional conduct

Pay

• Hourly rate: $23 per hour
• Summer Internship Sign-on Bonus: $2,000

Note: This position and KeyBank’s Analyst roles are not eligible for employment visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B).