2027 Summer Intern - Procurement Data & Analytics Intern (Raleigh, NC)

First Citizens Bank; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

First Citizens Bank in Raleigh offers a summer internship that provides hands-on data analytics experience within the Procurement support team. Interns will apply classroom knowledge to real-world business decisions, deliver insights, and contribute to automation initiatives that improve efficiency and data quality across procurement products.

The program emphasizes advanced Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools like Power BI and Tableau, with exposure to AI tooling and responsible

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.

Responsibilities

• Conduct data analysis and provide insights to support business decision making processes.
• Assist with developing innovative ways to increase data intelligence within the business.
• Be part of a dynamic team with interesting projects.
• Accountabilities can include research, analytics, projects, strategy, process review and improvement, and technology enhancements and support.
• Attend professional development sessions, informational sessions, networking and community service events.
• Be assigned a project designed to improve a specific process or solve a problem and present it at internship close.
• Prepare a wrap-up presentation to be shared with division leaders and other key stakeholders outlining accomplishments.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication (Written & Verbal)

Critical Thinking Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain / Analytics / Information Systems or MIS

Tools

Advanced Excel

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

AI tools (Copilot)

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 & Analytics team supports the Procurement organization from Sourcing to Purchasing in reporting, dashboard creation, managing data quality across the procurement products and developing automation processes to increase efficiency in tasks.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Duties & Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Conduct data analysis and provide insights to support business decision making processes


• Assist with developing innovative ways to increase data intelligence within the business


• 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 Degree in Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Information Systems or Management Information Systems (within a business program)


• Experience with Advanced Excel, SQL, Data Analytics including automation techniques


• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI and Tableau


• Proficient in AI & digital skills
  
  
  
  • Foundational understanding of generative AI, including appropriate use cases, limitations, data privacy requirements, and responsible AI governance.
  
  
  • Ability to effectively utilize AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) by developing clear prompts and refining outputs to support business analysis and decision-making.
  
  
  • Demonstrated critical thinking skills to validate AI-generated content, identify unsupported conclusions, and verify results against underlying data sources.
  
  
  • Ability to apply sound business and accounting judgment when leveraging AI tools, ensuring outputs are accurate, reliable, and suitable for professional use
  
  
  
  


• 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

• 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.