BSA Operations Intern

Internship Timeframe:
Winter 2027 | January - April 2027. Primary

Location:

Fully On‑Site in Grand Rapids, MI. Employee Status:
Part‑Time, Temporary Position.

Hours:

Average 20-25 Hours per week.

At LMCU, you'll find more than just a job - discover a fulfilling career where your contributions truly matter. Join our talented team at Lake Michigan Credit Union and discover the difference an employer who puts people first can make in your career and life.

The BSA Operations Intern will learn applicable state and federal laws, statutes, and regulations within policies, procedures, training, forms, etc. as they relate to the Credit Union. This position will interact with personnel within the BSA/AML Department during new software implementation to help create an accurate and efficient process.

• Learn foundational principles of the Patriot Act, Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), Customer Identification Program (CIP), and identity verification.
• Become familiar with government reporting requirements.
• Assist with synthesizing information from multiple sources to complete daily analysis of large cash transactions in an accurate and timely manner.
• Comply with BSA requirements by ensuring that necessary government filed forms (i.e. CTRs) are filed within required time frames and records are retained.
• Test new software integration to ensure ingestion of data occurs accurately.
• Compare files and cases from existing/prior reporting software with newly implemented technology to ensure consistency.

• College student freshman, sophomore, junior, senior or master level status or a recent college graduate within the last 3 months with a focus in a business-related field is preferred.
• 3.0 GPA or greater.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to review large datasets, synthesize information from multiple sources, identify discrepancies, and ensure accuracy.
• Proficiency in system testing, data comparison, and technology validation, including verifying data accuracy across multiple systems and documenting findings, preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management skills, with the ability to meet regulatory deadlines, maintain accurate records, and communicate findings effectively while working collaboratively across teams.
• Experience using multiple systems, databases, spreadsheets, or case management tools to analyze information, validate data accuracy, support reporting processes, or participate in system testing and quality assurance activities.
• Prior experience in banking, financial services, compliance, operations, audit, fraud, customer service, or other detail-oriented environments, preferred.

• All Employees: weekly pay and retirement savings options.
• Full‑Time Employees: comprehensive health coverage including medical (with prescription), dental, vision, HSA match, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

To see a full list of our benefit offerings, check out this helpful guide!

LMCU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

LMCU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Lake Michigan Credit Union is fundamentally different than a bank, both in our structure and mission. Our goal has always been to do what is best for our members. This approach guides every decision we make and every service we offer. As a credit union, our goal isn't to generate profits for shareholders, it's to improve the lives of our members.

LMCU is consistently rated in the top ten in the nation for Return of the Member by Callahan & Associates, meaning we give back more to our members in the form of higher rates when they save…