Loan & Lease Portfolio Controllership Intern

Overview

This is a hybrid role, with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of a company office.

First Citizens Bank offers an exciting summer internship program that provides development opportunities and hands-on work experience while creating a talent pipeline for the Bank. Our interns will apply classroom knowledge in a corporate environment while making a positive impact across the organization and the communities we serve. Come help First Citizens build for the future! 

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Duties & Responsibilities 

In this role, you will: 

• Support month-end and quarter-end financial reporting processes, including data validation, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and preparation of management reporting packages.
• Leverage AI-enabled technologies, data visualization platforms, and analytical tools to evaluate large datasets, improve process efficiencies, and generate actionable insights to support management decision-making and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with teams across Commercial Banking, Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, and Technology to execute projects, solve business challenges, and support key strategic initiatives.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives by documenting existing workflows, identifying control enhancement opportunities, and helping implement automation solutions.
• Be part of a dynamic team with interesting projects. 
• Accountabilities can and may include areas such as research, analytics, projects, strategy, process review and improvement, as well as technology enhancements and support. 
• Attend professional development sessions, informational sessions, networking and community service events. 
• Have a dedicated manager and program manager to help you navigate the bank and the internship program. 
• Be assigned a project, designed to improve a specific process or solve a problem that you will present at the close of the internship. 
• Prepare a wrap-up presentation to be shared with the division leader and other key stakeholders in the company to outline your accomplishments and experience during the internship  

Internship dates: 5/24/27 - 7/30/27  

Position Specific Skills: 

• Adaptability
• Communication (Written & Verbal)
• Critical Thinking Skills

Required qualifications: 

• High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of experience 
• Currently enrolled at an accredited collegiate institution (during the time of the summer program) 
• Ability to work 40 hours per week during the duration of the program

Preferred qualifications:

• Current Junior/rising Senior 
• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Analytics, Economics, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Experience with data visualization and analytical tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Excel Power Query, Alteryx, SQL, Python, or similar platforms.
• 3.0 minimum GPA 
• Strong desire to learn and grow 
• Possess a positive attitude, naturally curious and enjoys collaborating with others 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Critical thinking skills 
• Ability to multitask 
• Ability to adapt and adjust priorities based on business needs 
• Ability to take direction and absorb information quickly 

Additional Information

The base pay for this position is generally between $21.51/hour and $32.89/hour. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.