2025 Greenwood Project Scholar Internship
2025 Greenwood Project Scholar Internship
Greenwood Project
Chicago, IL
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Application Deadline: 7 October 2024
Department: 2025 College Program
Employment Type: Internship
Location: Chicago,IL
Description
About Us: At Greenwood Project, we are dedicated to breaking down barriers and empowering Black and Latino undergraduate students to thrive in the financial services industry. Our mission is to provide social, academic, and aspirational capital to our scholars, ensuring talented individuals have the opportunity to shape the future of finance. Our scholars prepare for a summer year internship by embarking on a learning journey that will prepare them for many roles within the financial services industry.
Job Overview: As a Greenwood Project Scholar specializing in Financial Services, you will embark on a transformative journey to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and connections necessary to succeed in this dynamic sector. We are currently recruiting for the summer of 2025. You can apply if you are a sophomore, or junior. Upon acceptance, you will complete a comprehensive 2-week training program and hands-on experience will give you invaluable insights into various aspects of finance, preparing you for a potential 8-week internship placement with our esteemed partner firms. Candidates must understand that training and internships are not guaranteed.
What roles do we recruit for?
All financial services roles in four key areas. We encourage all academic disciplines to apply.
Key Responsibilities
Department: 2025 College Program
Employment Type: Internship
Location: Chicago,IL
Description
About Us: At Greenwood Project, we are dedicated to breaking down barriers and empowering Black and Latino undergraduate students to thrive in the financial services industry. Our mission is to provide social, academic, and aspirational capital to our scholars, ensuring talented individuals have the opportunity to shape the future of finance. Our scholars prepare for a summer year internship by embarking on a learning journey that will prepare them for many roles within the financial services industry.
Job Overview: As a Greenwood Project Scholar specializing in Financial Services, you will embark on a transformative journey to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and connections necessary to succeed in this dynamic sector. We are currently recruiting for the summer of 2025. You can apply if you are a sophomore, or junior. Upon acceptance, you will complete a comprehensive 2-week training program and hands-on experience will give you invaluable insights into various aspects of finance, preparing you for a potential 8-week internship placement with our esteemed partner firms. Candidates must understand that training and internships are not guaranteed.
What roles do we recruit for?
All financial services roles in four key areas. We encourage all academic disciplines to apply.
- Sales and Relationship management
- Investment Related Roles
- Operations and Risk
- Traditional Corporate Roles
Key Responsibilities
- Engage in guided training sessions tailored to your skillset and selected major, which may include Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, Engineering, Coding, Information Technology, and Cyber Security.
- Collaborate with peers to solve real-world financial challenges and develop innovative solutions.
- Complete assigned tasks and projects to demonstrate your understanding and proficiency in financial services concepts.
- Participate in networking events, mentorship programs, and growth opportunities to expand your professional network and enhance your career trajectory.
- Embrace a culture of excellence, curiosity, and continuous learning, positioning yourself as a future leader in the financial industry.
- Demonstrated curiosity, willingness to learn, and ability to adapt to new challenges.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Enrolled as a sophomore (2027) or junior (2026), in a relevant major (Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Communications, Marketing, HR, Operations, and Sales).
- Commitment to excellence, integrity, and collaboration
- Transcripts upon request.
- A Personal essay required if GPA is under a 3.0.
- Career Advancement: Gain a competitive edge in the job market and establish yourself as a top candidate for full-time positions within leading financial institutions.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside talented individuals who share your passion for innovation and collaborate to drive meaningful change in the industry.
- Self-Investment: Take control of your career trajectory and invest in your future success with the support and guidance of Greenwood Project.
- Growth Opportunities: Access mentorship through one-on-one coaching, networking, and professional development resources to accelerate your growth and unlock new opportunities for advancement.
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