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Supporting small businesses nationwide

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Read Our Annual Report

See the numbers of how we supported our communities

Learn More
Invest in What We Do

Connect with our team to see how you can be a part of the mission

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2027 internship opportunities

Self-Help Credit Union's internship program offers students and recent graduates a unique opportunity to learn more about the work we do and to gain valuable professional experience in community development, nonprofit management, and economic justice.

Application window opens December 1, 2026 and remains open while positions are available.

Duration:

10-Week Program

Compensation:

Paid Hourly

Schedule:

Full-Time

Location:

Durham, NC + More

Eligibility:

Students & Grads

About our internship program
Our 10-week paid internships are open to undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent graduates interested in community development, nonprofit management, and economic justice.

Internships begin in May 2027 and end in July with final project presentations to our executive leadership team.

  • Meaningful, in-depth professional experience
  • Cohort-based program with structured learning
  • Exposure to community development and financial services
  • Collaborative work among mission-driven professionals
  • Opportunity to engage with executive leadership

Internship focus areas

Explore opportunities across various departments and discover where your skills and interests align with our mission.

Policy Development

Research and develop policies that support economic opportunity and community growth.

Deposit Raising

Support strategies that grow member deposits and strengthen community investment.

Marketing & Communications

Create compelling content and campaigns that tell our story and engage communities.

Data Analytics

Analyze data to drive insights and measure the impact of our programs and services.

Climate Capital

Support financing initiatives that advance clean energy and environmental sustainability.

Philanthropy

Engage with donor relations and grant programs that fuel our community mission.

Legal

Support legal operations, compliance, and advocacy efforts across our organization.

Investor & Community Relations

Build relationships with investors and community partners who share our vision.

Ready to Apply?
Take the next step in your career and join a team dedicated to creating economic opportunity for all.

Application window opens December 1, 2026 and remains open while positions are available.

Click below to browse current internship openings and submit your application through our careers portal.