From Internship To Credit Union Career
With the academic year over, students across the country are moving into internships — some of those young workers will be the future of the industry.
With the academic year over, students across the country are moving into internships — some of those young workers will be the future of the industry.
Credit union internship programs address equity and access, offering the extra credit students need as they prepare to enter the workforce.
Abound Credit Union helps keep financial literacy alive through a dynamic summer camp that blends campus life with real-world money skills.
The West Coast cooperative supports local education through a summer internship program, and alumni have left their mark on the credit union’s operations.
The credit union integrates financial education with products tailored to young people to help these members build confidence and independence.
How EFCU Financial’s NIL strategy has progressed from mock negotiations to real relationships.
Set It & Forget It offers a low-barrier entrance to high-yield savings, helping members improve their savings habits.
From focus groups to influencer marketing, two credit unions share why advisory boards are a valuable tool for any credit union.
The economy feels pretty bleak to young consumers, with homeownership seeming permanently out of reach. Some credit unions are taking steps to combat that pessimism.
A March 2024 study determined Buy Now, Pay Later tools are among the top features consumers want from their payments options.

Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.

A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.

Where is mortgage growth coming from right now? This week, CreditUnions.com covers a mix of home equity campaigns, targeted affordability programs, and niche lending strategies that are bringing borrowers back into the market.

Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.

Manufactured home loans can provide members access to affordable housing, including those in rural areas. Two credit unions share how they approach the niche product.

After a prolonged slowdown, signs of life are returning to mortgage lending. Growth is uneven, with first-time buyers and shifting rate dynamics driving activity in select segments.

The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.

How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.

How a novel role instills SchoolsFirst FCU’s future leaders with an appreciation for its past.

Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.