Texas Regional Bank (TRB) launched its 2025 Internship Program on June 11 with an informational Internship Day at corporate headquarters in Harlingen. Students from top universities across the nation— like Texas A&M, the University of Texas, University of Arkansas, and Indiana University — gathered to kick off their summer journey with TRB. The day was filled with dynamic presentations by bank leadership giving career insights, and meaningful conversations that introduced interns to the heart of TRB’s mission and culture.
Inside Intern Day: Leadership, Learning, and TRB’s People-First Culture
Directed by Michael Lamon, TRB’s President of Banking Administration, and organized by Cody Gains, Talent Acquisitions Manager, Internship Day brought together over 10 employees and executives from across the organization to share their experiences and insights with the interns.
Among the speakers were Eduardo Caso, International Private Banking; Michele Robinson, Area Market President; Chairman Bobby Farris and Wealth Advisor Linda Roberts of TRB Trust & Wealth Management; Brad Freudenberg, Chief Technology Officer; Jamie-Lynne Brown, Business Development Officer; Tracy Harris, Chief Strategic Planning & Project Officer; Cambrea Merriweather, Chief Human Resources Officer; Cesar Suarez, Chief Banking Officer; and Brent Baldree, President of Commercial Banking. Each shared valuable insights into their roles, daily operations, and how their work contributes to the bank’s broader mission, helping to make the event a dynamic and collaborative experience for all involved.
Interns also learned about TRB’s deep commitment to community, discovering how local engagement is central to Team TRB’s identity and impact. Through each interactive presentation, interns explored various areas of banking that piqued their interests, asking questions about departments that piqued their interests, laying the groundwork for a summer of learning, growth, and meaningful connections for prospective banking careers.
With the goal of setting a vision for this year’s interns, Lamon closed the program with a key point: “For each bank we build at TRB, we start with a person, and then we build around them because we believe relationships matter—because strong connections are the foundation of everything we do—that’s how we continue to become the people you know in the communities we serve.”
The Internship Program: Investing in the Future
The Internship Program, running from June 2 to July 11, offers hands-on experience across various departments, giving students practical exposure to the areas they’re most passionate about. The program emphasizes professional development through leadership opportunities and real-world projects, helping students build essential skills, industry relationships, and relevant experience.
“We believe that a thriving banking industry is essential to strong communities,” shared Lamon, “That’s why we make a tremendous investment in our internship program—because we’re committed to developing the next generation of banking professionals, whether they choose to build their careers with us or elsewhere in the industry.”
Out of approximately 100 applicants, 20 top college students were selected for the TRB Internship Program. Each intern submitted their areas of interest, allowing TRB to place them in roles that aligned with their goals and objectives. Interns are welcomed into the TRB family, trusted with meaningful work, and supported as they grow personally and professionally.
Jacob Esparza, a former intern who now serves the bank as a Corporate Financial Analyst, reflected on his time in the program: “I had the freedom to explore projects, conduct research, and think creatively to solve problems. TRB made me feel valued—not just another intern—by creating a supportive environment that encourages learning. The people at TRB value innovation and problem-solving, which made me feel like a true part of the bank.”
As the program continues, it strengthens the connection between classroom learning and practical application—preparing the next generation of financial leaders for successful careers in the banking industry.
