Primis Bank Named a 2026 Top Employer for Interns for Fourth Consecutive Year

Recognition from SCHEV Highlights Continued Impact of Primis Works Program 

RICHMOND, Va. — Primis Bank has been named a 2026 “Top Employer for Interns” by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV), marking the fourth consecutive year the bank has received this recognition for its commitment to meaningful workforce development. 

The annual award honors employers across the commonwealth that provide work‑integrated learning opportunities through structured mentorship, engagement with senior leadership and professional development experiences. 

Primis earned the distinction through Primis Works, a four‑month, full‑time, paid internship program designed for single mothers seeking to build sustainable careers. The program combines classroom education, mentorship, personal and professional development, and hands‑on job training across multiple departments within the bank. 

Now in its 10th cohort, Primis Works is supported by nearly 50 Primis team members who actively mentor and guide interns throughout the program. 

Since launching, Primis Works has graduated 26 women. Of those graduates, 12 have received full‑time offers from Primis, with eight currently employed at the bank. 

Nearly 50 community partners support participating families by providing wraparound services such as child care resources, transportation assistance and financial education throughout the internship experience. 

Primis extends its appreciation to team members across the organization — especially Markeia Johnson and Diane Beirne — as well as its community partners who dedicate their time and expertise to making Primis Works a success. 

“We are grateful to every Primis team member and community partner who has helped make Primis Works what it is today,” said Diane Beirne, director of corporate social responsibility at Primis Bank. “It takes a collective effort to create meaningful opportunities for these mothers and their families, and we’re proud of the role this program continues to play in building confidence, skills and career pathways for each participant.” 

Primis Works remains a core part of the bank’s commitment to strengthening the communities it serves by expanding access to professional development and long‑term career opportunities. 

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About Primis 

Primis Bank (Member FDIC) is a high-growth, forward-thinking bank committed to building a better banking experience for consumers, businesses, and communities. With industry-leading digital tools, a relentless focus on customer care, and a culture built around doing things the right way—not the easy way—Primis continues to invest in growth, innovation, and people.