2027 IT Summer Intern - Systems Engineer (Raleigh, NC)

First Citizens Bank; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

First Citizens Bank is offering a data center IT summer internship at its Raleigh, NC location. The role provides mentorship, exposure to analytics and IT projects, and opportunities to present accomplishments to senior leaders at program conclusion.

Interns gain hands-on experience while participating in professional development, networking, and organizational events, with in-office days required weekly and some work-from-home opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, plus 1 year of experience or enrollment during the program.
• Demonstrated ability to think analytically and communicate effectively.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and collaborate with peers and managers.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a dynamic IT internship team working on real projects.
• Attend professional development sessions, networking and events.
• Plan and execute a project to improve a defined process within IT.
• Prepare a wrap-up presentation for CIO and leaders detailing accomplishments.

Skills

Critical thinking

Multitask

Prioritization

Direction following

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

This role is onsite at FCB's Data Center, located at 100 East Tryon Road Raleigh, NC 27603. There will be some work from home opportunities, but in-office days are required weekly.

Overview

This role is onsite at FCB's Data Center, located at 100 East Tryon Road Raleigh, NC 27603. There will be some work from home opportunities, but in-office days are required weekly.

The Information Technology organization at First Citizen’s Bank has established a summer internship program to invest in our future workforce. The program is designed to provide an opportunity for you to apply classroom knowledge in a corporate IT environment while delivering tangible value to the organization.

In addition, each Intern will be given the following opportunities:

• Assigned to a manager who can help guide you through the program on a daily basis.
• Assignment of a mentor to help facilitate a broader view of the Information Technology function.
• Additionally, a peer advisor team is there to assist the Intern in being successful with navigating organization, political, and cultural landscapes.
• Participation in unique technology or banking related training events.
• Involvement in networking and team-building events.
• A project designed to improve a defined process within the Bank’s Information Technology function will be assigned to each Intern to plan and execute during the internship.
• A wrap-up presentation will be prepared by the Interns to be shared with the Chief Information Officer and other key leaders in the company to outline their accomplishments and experience during the internship.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

In this role, you will:

• 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

• Critical thinking skills
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to adapt and adjust priorities based on business needs
• Ability to take direction and absorb information quickly
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications

• Minimum Required Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED and 1 years' experience
• Currently enrolled at an accredited collegiate institution (during time of summer program: 5/24/27 - 7/30/27)

Preferred Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Systems Engineer, or related area of study
• 3.0 minimum GPA
• Strong desire to learn and grow
• Possess a positive attitude, naturally curious and enjoys collaborating with others

Additional Information

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.