Internship – Appraisal

Location:

• This position will be located in College Station, Texas.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma and enrollment at an accredited university (at the time of the internship) pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Ag Business, Ag Economics, or other degree plan that supports a career in Agricultural Finance.
• Maintain a minimum 2.5 overall GPA.
• Enrollment as a junior, senior, or graduate student at the time of the internship, with a preference for candidates completing their degree studies in the fall of 2025 or spring of 2026.

Application Requirements:

• Submission of an online application and resume.
• Faculty recommendation letters are preferred but not mandatory.
• Interns must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the internship location.
  • A $1,500 relocation stipend will be available for those who need to relocate.
• Reliable personal transportation for their daily commute to work.
  • We also have three important sessions (orientation, mid-session, and closing session) scheduled at our College Station, TX headquarters. These sessions are integral to the internship and mandate the need for personal transportation. Consideration for mileage reimbursement and an overnight stay, if needed, is provided by Capital Farm Credit.

Internship Highlights:

• Attend orientation, mid-summer session, and closing session at CFC’s Headquarters in College Station, TX with exposure to executive management team members.
• Intern will work closely with the local appraiser by assisting with a range of tasks, including property analysis and the preparation of sales documentation for entry into the database, providing practical experience in the appraisal process and enhance understanding of property valuation methods.
• In addition to gaining an understanding of the appraisal process, interns will obtain exposure and insight to the work of loan officers, analysts, appraisers, and administrators.
• Intern will have the opportunity to engage in comprehensive tours of various agricultural operations, visit other Capital Farm Credit offices, and shadow professionals across different roles within the organization which will enhance their knowledge of the industry and foster professional development.
• By the conclusion of the internship, the candidate will be able to inspect property, collect and analyze sales, and conclude a value estimate on a non-complex property.

Preferred Skills:

• Previous work experience in financial industry is helpful but not required.
• Ability to take initiative.
• Strong communication skills.
• Evidence of leadership skills.
• Should be team oriented, cooperative, and show a strong work ethic.

Compensation:

• $18/hour
• $1,500 relocation stipend for interns who relocate for the internship.

Internship Duration:

• Program runs from May 28, 2025 – August 14, 2025

Application Deadline:

• Monday, November 25, 2024

To Apply:

• Visit Capital Farm Credit Careers to submit your cover letter, application, and resume.
• Be prepared for a one-way video interview as part of the application process. After application is submitted, you should receive an email within five business days of application submission. If you don’t receive the interview request email in your inbox within five business days of application submission, check your junk and spam folders.
• For consideration in multiple locations or departments within Capital Farm Credit, apply for each position of interest individually.

At the discretion of CFC, position may be offered at alternate titles and other business experience may be considered relevant.

AA/EOE/M/F/D/V; Full description available on request.

For over 100 years, Capital Farm Credit has been a trusted partner for rural communities and agriculture, providing reliable financial services. As a proud member of the Farm Credit system, we manage over $12 billion in loans. Our headquarters is in College Station, Texas, and we operate 70 offices throughout the state.

At Capital Farm Credit, our employees are driven by a strong sense of purpose. They’re passionate about serving rural Texas and supporting each other. We’re looking for motivated individuals who embrace our core values of commitment, trust, value, and a family-like atmosphere. These values define who we are, how we work, and how we treat others. Join us to be a part of our legacy in supporting rural communities and agriculture.