Intern-Equipment Finance-Sales Support at Horizon Bank

Work authorization and visa sponsorship are unable to be provided (including OPT or CPT).

Job Overview

About the Role

As an Equipment Finance Intern, you will support the Equipment Finance Division in delivering innovative finance solutions for a variety of equipment finance solutions to small and medium-sized businesses. This internship provides a valuable opportunity to gain insights into sales support, comprehensive equipment finance processes and workflows, and customer relationship management within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The position is an in-person internship, requiring 10-15 hours in the fall at our Michigan City, Indiana location and will conclude at the end of December 2025

Duties

• Conduct outbound calls to potential clients to introduce our services, gather information, and set up appointments for the sales team.
• Process and enter credit applications, ensuring all necessary documentation is complete and compliant with company policies.
• Assist the sales team in preparing presentations, proposals, and client communications to support the sales process.
• Perform all work in compliance with established regulations, policies, and instructions.
• Complete required training associated with job function.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

What We're Looking For

• Currently pursuing a degree in business, economics, finance, sales or marketing.
• Must be a junior or senior at the start of the internship.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Salesforce or other CRM platforms is a plus but not required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other data tools.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Core Competencies

• Teamwork
• Adaptability & Flexibility
• Attention to Detail
• Problem-Solving

Physical Requirements

Represent the Bank to both internal and external customers in a courteous, professional manner in face-to-face, written and telephone communications. Accountable for adherence to compliance standards including Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), quality of documentation, timeliness and the ability to exercise prudent judgment for solutions from unexpected situations that arise. Actively protect confidentiality of customer and account information. Demonstrate Horizon Bank's commitment to the communities we serve through involvement in local organizations and events.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Physical Demand:	Percentage of Time:
Communicate with customers, advisors and managers regarding banking transactions and issues. Able to exchange accurate information with others.	90-100%
Able to verify authenticity of financial instruments, forms, documents and signatures. Able to verify identity of customers, vendors and service providers. Able to observe actions of others to ensure safety and security of the facility.	90-100%
Able to grasp, move and sort forms and papers.	90-100%
Constantly operate a computer and other office machinery such as calculator, copy machine, fax machine, scanner, printer and telephone	90-100%
Able to remain stationary at a desk for long periods of time.	75-100%
Regularly move about the office to access file cabinets, storage drawers and various office equipment	75-100%
Occasionally position self to reach heights between floor and 6'	<25%
Occasional travel may be required to attend seminars and meetings. Some overnight travel may be required.	<10%

Horizon Bank is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer | Disability | Veteran Employer.

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