Summer Intern - AI Innovation

First Citizens BancShares; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

First Citizens Bank seeks motivated students for its Enterprise Architecture internship in a hybrid Raleigh setting. Students gain hands-on exposure to cloud strategy, data integration, AI initiatives and enterprise‑level architecture concepts while contributing to real projects.

You will collaborate with enterprise architects on data, application and infrastructure design, participate in analytics/visualization tasks, and present a final wrap‑up to leadership.

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

• Assist in researching and evaluating emerging technologies, including AI, machine learning, and cloud platforms, to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Work alongside Enterprise Architects to support the analysis and design of technology solutions, including data, application, and infrastructure architecture.
• Contribute to data analytics and visualization initiatives to support architecture decision‑making and improve business insights.
• 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

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s or Master’s program in CS or related STEM

GPA 3.0 minimum

Tools

Python

Java

JavaScript

REST APIs

Power BI

Tableau

AWS/Azure/Google Cloud

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 Enterprise Architecture group plays a critical role in shaping the Bank’s long‑term technology strategy and innovation roadmap. Interns will gain exposure to enterprise‑level architecture design, data integration, cloud strategy, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and analytics. This group collaborates across business and technology teams to ensure scalable, secure, and efficient systems that support the Bank’s growth and digital transformation.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Duties & Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Assist in researching and evaluating emerging technologies, including AI, machine learning, and cloud platforms, to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Work alongside Enterprise Architects to support the analysis and design of technology solutions, including data, application, and infrastructure architecture.
• Contribute to data analytics and visualization initiatives to support architecture decision‑making and improve business insights.
• 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 seniors
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s (third-year student) or Master’s program in Computer Science or a related STEM field with coursework in Software Development, Data Science or Artificial Intelligence
• Strong desire to apply technical skills to real‑world enterprise problems and contribute to digital transformation initiatives.
• Hands‑on programming experience with one or more of the following languages: Python, Java, JavaScript, with the ability to develop and debug application code.
• Familiarity with backend development concepts such as REST APIs, microservices and database integrations
• Familiarity with front end Development Frameworks such as React, Angular is an added benefit.
• Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit‑learn) and data analytics tools such as SQL, Power BI, or Tableau.
• Understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps) and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills; able to evaluate complex technical systems and propose data‑driven solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical topics to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Adaptable, self‑motivated, and eager to learn emerging technologies in application architecture, data integration, and AI‑driven innovation.
• 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.