2026 Summer Intern
Commercial Banking and Commercial Real Estate
Posted on 9/4/2025

CIBC
Compensation Overview
$25/hr
Chicago, IL, USA
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We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.
At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.
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About the Program
Our Summer Internship is a 10-12 week program designed to provide hands-on experience and exposure to the dynamic world of commercial banking and technology. As an intern, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals, participate in real projects, and gain insight into how technology drives innovation and client solutions at CIBC.
Program Highlights:
Leader Connect Sessions: Meet with members of our executive and leadership teams.
Employee and Peer Connects: Build your network and connect with peers, business leaders and CIBC employees.
Learning & Development: Access a variety of learning platforms to support your professional growth.
What You’ll Be Doing
CIBC’s Commercial Banking team is dedicated to supporting the financial needs of our business clients through expert advice, innovative solutions, and relationship-driven service.
As an intern with one of our Commercial Banking teams, you’ll contribute to the by assisting with credit analysis, financial research, and client support activities. You’ll work alongside Relationship Managers and Credit Analysts to help deliver high-quality service and insights to our clients.
You’ll participate in projects such as market research, data management, and process improvement initiatives, gaining hands-on experience in commercial banking.
This internship is designed to help you develop your skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment while learning from experienced professionals. Please note: this is a general application to the CIBC US summer intern program within Commercial Banking and Commercial Real Estate. More details on the team and skills required will be share during interviews.
At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.
How You’ll Succeed
Support Credit Analysis – Assist with financial analysis, credit reviews, and preparation of reports to support client needs and internal decision making.
Collaborate with the Team – Work closely with Relationship Managers, Credit Analysts, and other partners to support client service and project delivery.
Contribute to Projects – Participate in market research, data clean-up, and business case reviews, helping to drive results for both our clients and the bank.
Learn and Grow – Demonstrate curiosity and a willingness to learn new systems and processes. Seek feedback and ask questions to support your development.
Attention to Detail – Ensure accuracy in your work and help maintain high standards in all deliverables.
Who You Are
- Analytical: You enjoy investigating problems and making sense of information. You communicate detailed information in a meaningful way.
- Collaborative: You’re motivated by collective success and enjoy working as part of a team.
- Detail Oriented: You know that details matter. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision-making.
- Goal Driven: You’re motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make a difference.
- Values matter to you: You bring your real self to work and you embody values like trust, teamwork, and accountability.
- You are currently enrolled in a degree or diploma program in finance, accounting, business, economics, or a related field.
- You are comfortable using spreadsheets and data management tools. Experience with financial analysis is an asset.
At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary equivalent to $25.00 per hour for the market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position.
This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
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What you need to know
CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact [email protected]
You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.
We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.
Job Location
IL-120 S LaSalle StEmployment Type
Temporary (Fixed Term)Weekly Hours
40Skills
Accounting, Client Service, Collaboration, Credit Models, Detail-Oriented, Finance, Financial Analysis, Investment Research
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