BALLSTON SPA NATIONAL BANK(BSNB) NAMES INTERNS FOR 2024

Ballston Spa National Bank (BSNB) recently welcomed three new interns at their Corporate Offices in Ballston Spa. The year-round paid internship program has been a successful mentoring initiative at BSNB since 2013.

Here are the three individuals welcomed into the Annual Intern Program for 2024 at BSNB:

Daniel Hickey of Clifton Park, N.Y. graduated this past April from the University of Pittsburgh with a bachelor’s degree in finance. Hickey will be starting his post-grad career as an intern in BSNB’s commercial credit department. During Hickey’s internship within the commercial lending and credit departments he will develop and review new loan proposals, including new commercial loan requests and line of credit renewals. The role will teach the techniques used to analyze financial statements, cash flows and business and personal tax returns as well as address the risks of credit. 

Liamell Quezada of Latham, N.Y. will be joining the marketing department for her internship. Returning for her senior year this fall at Siena College, Quezada plans to graduate in May 2025 with a bachelor’s degree in marketing with a concentration in digital marketing and marketing communications and a minor in psychology. Following graduation, Quezada plans to get her MBA. Quezada’s internship role will include learning about market research, engaging in social media outreach and website content along with event planning and participating in the bank’s sponsorship committee.

Carter Vidnansky of Lake George, N.Y. will be working with the customer support operations department for his internship at BSNB. Going into his senior year at Siena College, Vidnansky is expected to graduate in May 2025 with a bachelor’s degree in finance and a concentration in investment fundamentals. After graduating, Vidnansky plans to take the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) Level 1 Exam. During his time at BSNB, he will be providing analysis and reporting on departmental productivity and trends. He will also compile statistics to analyze customer requests for service and support. 

“We are thrilled to have Daniel, Liamell and Carter join BSNB for our year round internship program” says Pamela Montpelier, Senior Vice President/Growth and Experience Officer. “The opportunity for us to provide mentorship to these three young adults coupled with their contributions and new perspectives make the program a true win-win for all involved.”

To qualify for the year-long internship program, students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and have completed their freshman year of college. Interns enjoy a unique inside look at what it is it like to work in the banking industry.  BSNB offers a flexible schedule of up to 16 hours a week during the school semester and full-time additional hours during school breaks and summer vacation. For more information regarding eligibility for the 2025 Internship Program,  please contact the Ballston Spa National Bank Human Resources Department at bsnb.hr@bsnb.com.

 

Catherine O'Connor