U.S. Bank Discover Us: Finance & Banking Fellowship 2026
Overview
The U.S. Bank Discover Us: Finance and Banking Fellowship 2026 is a four-week paid program designed for individuals interested in the banking and finance industry who want to explore career paths and build inclusive leadership skills. Participants work within finance and banking teams to learn the basics across multiple roles. The program requires participants to work 40 hours per week from June 14 to July 9, which includes a fly-in to Minneapolis, Minnesota during the first week.
Who can apply
Applicants must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree with a target graduation date of May 2029, possess a desire to pursue a career in finance, and have the ability to work 40 hours per week from June 14 to July 9 alongside a willingness to participate in the Minneapolis fly-in during the first week. Preferred qualifications include strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work independently in a professional setting, strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills, and the flexibility to work within a multi-discipline team while receiving dynamic on-the-job training. Additional preferred traits are high organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously, and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
What you get
The fellowship provides various benefits, including medical, dental, and vision healthcare, basic and optional term life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and pregnancy disability and parental leave. Additional benefits comprise a 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan, paid vacation ranging from two to five weeks based on salary grade and tenure, up to 11 paid holiday opportunities, adoption assistance, and sick and safe leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.
Key dates
The application deadline is October 30, 2026. The program runs from June 14 to July 9.