2027 Summer Intern - Accounting & Business Systems (Morristown, NJ)

First Citizens; Morristown (NJ); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

First Citizens Bank offers a hybrid summer internship program through the Data Automation Team to develop skills in general ledger reconciliation and automation. You will gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to ongoing projects in a corporate environment.

Interns work 40 hours per week, attend development sessions, and design a project to present at internship close. Ideal for rising juniors or seniors studying Business Systems or Accounting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; enrolled at an accredited college during program.
• Strong Excel, Access, and SQL skills to support GL reconciliation and automation efforts.
• Experience with data analysis, accounting processes, or related coursework is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing systems and processes used to reconcile general ledger accounts across the bank.
• Assist in automation initiatives within accounting to streamline data automation opportunities.
• Be part of a dynamic team with interesting projects.
• Perform research, analytics, projects, strategy, process review and improvement, and technology enhancements and support.

Skills

Excel

MS Access

SQL

GL reconciliation

Balance sheet / P&L

Communication (written & verbal)

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Currently enrolled in college

Tools

Excel

Job description

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!

The Data Automation Team at First Citizens Bank oversees the bank's general ledger reconciliation platforms, including Blackline and a proprietary loan reconciliation application. The team is responsible for ensuring data accuracy, application enhancements and continued automation of manual accounting processes.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Duties & Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Assist in managing the systems and processes used to reconcile general ledger accounts across the bank


• Assist in automation initiatives within accounting to help further streamline data automation opportunities


• 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:

• Rising junior or senior


• Specific focus of study: Business Systems or Accounting


• Demonstrated skills in:Excel, MS Access, SQL, technical business skills, system maintenance, GL reconciliation knowledge, understanding of balance sheet/P&L


• 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.