Why Intern at Jovia?
You won’t just observe – you’ll participate and contribute on real projects, develop transferable skills and build professional connections that last well beyond the program. Our company values innovation, growth, and community. So, if you are ready to learn, grow and make an impact while having fun along the way, we’d love to hear from you!
We are Jovia Financial Credit Union. Our name evokes joy, a feeling of optimism, trust, and “banking on the bright side”. We are a new kind of credit union, one that combines service and value with the convenience that today’s technologies allow. At Jovia, we have provided brighter banking for over 85 years, driven by values like innovation, convenience, and community. As a not-for-profit organization, we focus on what’s best for our members, not profits - Come see for yourself!
Awarded as one of the best places to work, Jovia has more than $4 billion in assets, 240,000 members, and 500+ employees, we attract the best and the brightest talent-- who do the right thing and present a can-do spirit in a culture of fun, fulfilment, advancement, and development. Find your joy here, every day.
Our employees are passionate about our mission, growing through professional development and making a real difference through community involvement and service. We offer a diverse, inclusive work environment with flexible opportunities and competitive benefits. Join us in shaping the future of banking by joining our team.
Internship Program Highlights:
- Exciting 10-Week immersive program designed to give you real-world experience while making meaningful professional connections.
- Paid Internships (part-time and full-time internship opportunities available)
- Flexible work environments that offer in person and hybrid opportunities
- Hands-on training and exposure to multiple credit union departments
- Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities throughout the internship program.
- Inclusive and collaborative culture where your ideas are valued and creative minds are nurtured.
- Conclude your internship, presenting to our executives with a formal capstone presentation.
- Access to company events, employee incentives, and membership eligibility
Want to know why we’re so happy? Click here to learn and meet our CEO!
Find out what life at Jovia is like ... https://www.jovia.org/life-at-jovia
What you will be doing:
- General administrative and office duties.
- Learn about Jovia’s systems, policies and procedures regarding matters that are referred to the department for handling.
- Help provide general guidance and daily direction to other departments and branches, including but not limited to review of legal documents in accordance with our established procedures.
- Assist with responding to legal inquiries within established service levels to maintain operational excellence.
- Assist in all areas for recordkeeping of legal documentation to ensure execution of required action. Coordinate necessary communications as specified by applicable laws to ensure adherence to corporate policies, departmental procedures, and banking regulations.
- Help to monitor legal processes to ensure proper notification and compliance with legal documents. Coordinate various types of legal documentation with counsel to ensure timely responses.
- Work with management and assist with continued development of loss control and anti-compromise measures to protect general assets, proprietary information, and processes of Jovia.
- Work within a goal-oriented framework, including setting and achieving the goals determined by management.
- Under supervision, perform other duties in addition to normal responsibilities to help the overall workflow of the department and other departments as assigned by the team leader or direct report.
What we Need from You:
- A minimum of 1 to 2 years’ experience in the financial services industry. In lieu of experience, the candidate may also be obtaining or recently completed a four-year degree (BA/BS) in legal studies or related field of study.
- PC literacy is required, including Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
- Good communication skills both verbal and written are essential as well as skills reflecting a positive attitude are critical to success in this position.
- A confident professional, who is detail oriented with the ability to multitask and work autonomously and/or with a team as required.
- Willing to work flexible hours when required, exhibit a cooperative spirit, willingness to work as part of a team, and a commitment to member service.
Work From Home and Hybrid Requirements: This particular position is Hybrid and requires in-office / plus work from home days to our offices in Westbury, New York:
• Internet speed of 100 mbps or higher required (you can test this by going to www.speedtest.net).
• Able to dedicate a quiet space for daily work that is free of sound interruptions.
• All equipment will be provided by Jovia (Computer, Monitor, Headset)
Be part of a growing not-for-profit organization where People are Everything—You are important to us. Help our members meet their financial goals and achieve their dreams. Let’s talk!
At Jovia, we celebrate innovation, diversity, teamwork, excellence, and integrity. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to recruit, retain, and reward top talent. We would like to be your partner in success and happiness!
We provide a competitive salary that aligns with qualifications and experience. Compensation may differ based on factors including experience, skill set, and current performance (if applicable). While candidates who do not fulfill the minimum requirements may be considered, this may require a position level, salary, or salary grade adjustment to reflect current experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
