Employing Unit : Colonial Farm Credit
Position Title : summer Loan Officer Intern
(two positions)
Pay Rate : $17 per hour
Colonial Farm Credit ( www.colonialfarmcredit.com ) is an agricultural credit cooperation and provides loans for :
- Production capital for both full-time and part-time farmers
- Buildings, machinery, livestock and equipment
- Farms and country homes
- Land purchase, home construction, and improvements
- Ag-related businesses
Position Summary :
We have an excellent employment opportunity for two loan officer Interns in our Mechanicsville VA office.
This position will
Collaborate with other branch employees to assist with customer event preparation and implementationAssist with setup at agricultural events where Farm Credit has a sponsored presenceAssist with various marketing and public relations activitiesWrite content for Association Leader newsletter publication and influencer email newsletterTravel to Association branches to learn the Colonial Farm Credit agricultural territory and participate in farm visitsWork with Association loan officers to learn the primary functions of the loan officer position :o serve present and prospective member customers with sound short-term, intermediate-term, and long-term loans according to Association and district policies, standards, and procedures
o formulate business development strategies that target potential Farm Credit member customers, as well as referrals from builders, realtors, and other sources
o represent the Association at local events and meetings
o promote related services to all current and prospective member customers
Requirements :
Currently pursuing a bachelor's or graduate degree in an agricultural field (agricultural economics preferred), finance, or economicsMust be in good standing academically with a minimum 3.0 GPA and have a minimum of one semester remaining in related programExperience in agriculture preferred, but not requiredAbility to maintain confidentialityStrong analytical, judgment, and communication (oral and written) skillsAbility to work in a team atmosphereExperience in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint with ability to learn new softwareMust be independent, motivated, and adaptableMust possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with the ability to travel to and from various offices and events within the Colonial Farm Credit footprint (an Association-owned vehicle will be provided to the extent possible)Acceptable background reports (credit, criminal, driving, and drug screen)Location : Administrative Office, 7104 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville VA 23111
Applications Accepted Through : Friday, November 21, 2025
NOTE : Position available beginning summer 2026 (flexible). Internship does not include housing or employee benefits.
EOE / D / V