Tech Risk Analyst Summer 2027 Intern | Enterprise Technology & Security Summer Internship Program

Citizens; Johnston (RI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Maternity/paternity leave

Flexible work arrangements

Education reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Citizens invites applicants for the Technology Risk Intern position as part of the 2027 Enterprise Technology & Security Summer Internship Program. Based in a headquarters location such as Johnston, RI, interns will work with Technology Risk teams on data-driven risk identification and remediation strategies.

During a 10-week program, you will gain exposure to cloud services, mentorship, and leadership interaction, with opportunities to advance to a full-time program upon graduation.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Information Security and Assurance, Computer Science, Software Development or other technology-related degree.
• Preferred qualifications include knowledge of Python, Java, JavaScript, C++, SQL; Jira; Linux/Windows; VMware ESX; database technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of data aggregation from multiple sources to identify risk indicators across the ETS Risk portfolio.
• Translate data insights into actionable recommendations to address control gaps and reduce risk exposure.
• Create and maintain reporting views, dashboards, and trend analyses for risk signals.
• Support evidence collection, documentation drafting and review, and stakeholder coordination across ETS Risk portfolio.
• Assist in control testing, process walkthroughs, and risk assessments to learn first line risk methodology.

Skills

Python

Java

JavaScript

C++

SQL

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security and Assurance

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Software Development

Tools

Jira

Linux

Windows

VMware ESX

Database technologies

Job description

Tech Risk Intern: 2027 Enterprise Technology & Security Summer Internship Program

Calling all emerging technologists!

Looking to gain practical, hands‑on experience in the field of technology risk?

The Enterprise Technology & Security Summer Internship Program is a critical program within Enterprise Technology & Security Services that helps passionate early career professionals gain real‑world exposure to groundbreaking technology.

This Internship program begins in late May 2027, and will be based out of one of our headquarters in Johnston, RI, Phoenix, AZ, or Plano, TX

Technology Risk Track

Technology Risk Interns work collaboratively with Technology Risk teams to pursue a broad range of initiatives. By using technical skills and an inquisitive mind, interns will help build a well‑controlled operating environment that is sustainable, scalable, and efficient utilizing a data first mindset, with high skilled resources, and streamlined processes to proactively identify, manage and measure risk

Through hands‑on experience in this role, the Technology Risk Intern will:

• Develop an understanding of aggregating and analyzing data from multiple sources (e.g., ServiceNow reports, GRC platforms, control testing outputs, incident data) to identify themes, trends, and emerging risk indicators across the ETS Risk portfolio.
• Build analytical skills by helping translate data insights into actionable recommendations that support efforts to address control gaps, reduce risk exposure, and prioritize remediation activities.
• Gain experience creating and maintaining reporting views, dashboards, and trend analyses that help surface risk signals to first line risk managers and stakeholders.
• Build foundational knowledge of risk management practices through supporting evidence collection, documentation drafting and review, and stakeholder coordination across the ETS Risk portfolio.
• Observe and participate in control testing, process walkthroughs, and risk assessments to strengthen your understanding of first line risk methodology, control design, and testing approaches.
• Develop problem‑solving skills by contributing to continuous improvement efforts, including opportunities to automate manual data pulls, streamline reporting workflows, and enhance the team’s use of analytics tools.
• Learn and apply AI tools through structured prompt engineering to support data analysis activities, such as synthesizing large datasets, identifying risk themes and anomalies, and drafting preliminary trend summaries for senior analyst review.

Experience During The Program

In this 10‑week program, interns will gain a strong understanding of Cloud Services at Citizens. This program also provides mentorship, exposure to senior leadership, and participation in a variety of activities to further develop professional skills, including:

• Orientation and networking with all ETS interns
• Professional development workshops (such as Personal Branding and Communicating with Impact)
• Social activities (such as sporting events and a bank‑wide intern BBQ)
• Dedicated community service activities

Life after the program

High‑performing interns interested in pursuing a career within Enterprise Technology & Security may be extended an offer to return as a Full‑time colleague in our Enterprise Technology & Security Development Program (ETSDP) upon graduation. The ETSDP is a full‑time program that helps rising professionals build a meaningful career within software, network/systems, data or cloud engineering, technology risk and security.

Basic Qualifications

What you'll need to apply:

• Successfully complete a video interview assessment within 4 days of receiving the link. If not completed within the timeframe, your application will be automatically withdrawn from consideration.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Information Security and Assurance, Computer Science, Software Development or other technology-related degree.
• Expected graduation date of May 2028
• Minimum GPA 3.0.
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a team environment, strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of or experience with coding languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, C++, SQL, etc.
• Knowledge of or experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies, sprints, and Jira.
• Knowledge of or experience with operating systems such as Linux, Windows, VMWare ESX.
• Knowledge of or experience with Database technologies.
• Cybersecurity and Cloud coursework or experience preferred

The position offers $30 per hour as a starting rate.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens’ paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time‑away policy of every local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit https://jobs.citizensbank.com/benefits.

Find out more about our Enterprise Technology and Security Early Career Programs HERE

Please note that permanent work authorization in the United States is required. This position is not eligible for CPT, OPT, or visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

Hours and Work Schedule

Hours per Week: 40

Work Schedule: M-F 8:30am - 5pm

Some job boards have started using jobseeker‑reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.

Why Work for Us

At Citizens, you'll find a customer‑centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to our local communities. When you join our team, you are part of a supportive and collaborative workforce, with access to training and tools to accelerate your potential and maximize your career growth.

Posting End Date: 09/19/2026