Future Bankers & Financial Professionals Camp
The Future Bankers & Financial Professionals Camp (FB&FPC) is a premier, industry-driven summer internship experience with a legacy of over 19 years. Now active in 4 states and expanding, the program continues to shape the next generation of diverse talent in the financial services industry.
Spearheaded by the Center for Financial Training (CFT), in partnership with leading colleges, school districts, workforce boards, banker associations, non-profit organizations, the FDIC and the Federal Reserve, and over 50 financial institutions, FB&FPC cultivates the next generation of financial services leaders.
Through a unique blend of academic instruction and real-world experience, the program builds financial literacy, career readiness, and professional exposure, especially for students from low- to moderate-income communities.
Program Objectives
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Expose students to careers in finance and banking.
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Develop essential workplace and financial literacy skills.
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Provide direct mentorship and networking opportunities.
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Encourage long-term career planning and economic mobility.
Program Structure
4-Week Program (July) | Hybrid Format
Weeks 1–2: Virtual / Online Learning
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Interactive classroom sessions focused on banking, financial literacy, and business foundations.
Weeks 3–4: In-Person Bank Internships
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Placement at partnering financial institutions for hands-on experience, including professional shadowing and contributing to branch-level operations.
Student Incentives
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Paid stipend upon successful completion.
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College credit / Dual Enrollment (where applicable).
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Hands-on experience at respected financial institutions.
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American Bankers Association (ABA) Bank Teller Certificate of Completion.
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Become workforce-ready.
How Your Organization Can Help
We’re actively expanding to new communities and financial institutions!
Your organization can help shape the future of the industry by:
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Adopting a Future Banker (Fund).
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Providing grants for program funding.
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Hosting student interns.
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Providing resume review & mock interviews.
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Offering career workshops & financial education.
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Providing banking services.
Partner Benefits
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Position your institution as a champion of economic inclusion.
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Access to a diverse pipeline of emerging talent.
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Promote financial literacy in underserved communities.
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Featured in local program events, flyers, and social media.
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✅ Potential CRA Credit eligibility.
Ready to Partner?
We are seeking financial institutions, school districts, sponsors, and community leaders to expand our reach.
Let’s invest in the future of banking — together.
305.237.3051
www.cftintl.org
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