Credit Analyst Program - Business Banking; Milwaukee, WI

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires.

Build your foundation for a career in credit and commercial banking. During Associated Bank's five-month Credit Analyst Program, you'll combine hands-on experience with dedicated training, projects and opportunities to learn from experienced colleagues across the organization. You'll build connections with peers, mentors and banking professionals while gaining exposure to how we evaluate credit, support clients and develop financial solutions. Throughout the program, you'll put what you're learning into practice and build the knowledge, confidence and experience to create a strong foundation for your career at Associated Bank.

Join Associated Bank as a 2027 Credit Analyst Trainee - Business Banking
, where you'll analyze financial statements, assess credit risk, support underwriting activities, and assist with managing commercial client portfolios. You'll work closely with Portfolio Managers, Relationship Managers, and Credit professionals while gaining exposure to both Commercial & Industrial (C&I) and Commercial Real Estate (CRE) lending. Participants gain the skills and experience needed to pursue future opportunities within portfolio management, commercial banking, credit, and other commercial banking functions.

This role is located in Milwaukee, WI and is on-site
. The Credit Analyst Program begins on May 24, 2027
.

• Learn and understand Associated's credit approach and underwriting process, as well as spread and analyze financial data.
• Begin to conduct the analysis and underwriting of existing and new credit transactions, in preparation to monitor and manage a loan portfolio.
• Learn and understand Associated's lending cycle and the wide range of banking products we provide to our customers and prospective customers.
• Prepare to help companies analyze their capital structure and financial needs in order to help develop and recommend financial solutions.
• Understand Associated's value proposition and the benefit of relationship banking.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

• Successful internship experience with other banks or financial institutions
• Demonstrated customer service and relationship-building skills
• Experience with or exposure to financial and credit analysis concepts
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Problem-solving ability
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail

At Associated Bank, you'll be part of a supportive, growth-focused team that values your contributions and invests in your development. We offer meaningful career paths, community engagement opportunities, and a culture built on respect and teamwork.

We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified parties, including but not limited to people returning to the workforce, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans or those with military experience.

• Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
• Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused
  
  Colleague Resource Groups.
• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave,an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
• Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits.

Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, and Missouri and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest.

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