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

First Citizens Bank•Raleigh, NC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

First Citizens Bank’s summer internship program offers development opportunities and hands-on work experience while helping build a talent pipeline for the Bank. The intern will support the Procurement organization’s Data & Analytics team, which works across sourcing and purchasing on reporting, dashboard creation, procurement data quality, and automation to improve efficiency. This is a hybrid role, with work regularly taking place both inside and outside a company office in Raleigh, North Carolina. The intern will conduct data analysis and provide insights for business decision-making, help develop ways to increase data intelligence, and contribute to projects involving research, analytics, strategy, process review and improvement, and technology enhancements and support. The intern will receive guidance from a dedicated manager and program manager, attend professional development, informational, networking, and community service events, and complete an assigned project to improve a process or solve a problem. At the end of the internship, the intern will present the project and prepare a wrap-up presentation for the division leader and other key stakeholders. The internship is scheduled for May 24, 2027 through July 30, 2027, and requires 40 hours per week for the duration of the program.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of experience.
Currently enrolled at an accredited collegiate institution during the summer program.
Ability to work 40 hours per week for the duration of the program.
Adaptability.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Critical-thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

Current junior or rising senior.
Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Information Systems, or Management Information Systems within a business program.
Experience with advanced Excel, SQL, data analytics, and automation techniques.
Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI and Tableau.
Proficiency in AI and digital skills.
Foundational understanding of generative AI, including appropriate use cases, limitations, data privacy requirements, and responsible AI governance.
Ability to effectively use AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot by developing clear prompts and refining outputs to support business analysis and decision-making.
Ability to validate AI-generated content, identify unsupported conclusions, and verify results against underlying data sources.
Ability to apply sound business and accounting judgment when using AI tools and ensure outputs are accurate, reliable, and suitable for professional use.
Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Strong desire to learn and grow.
Positive attitude, natural curiosity, and enjoyment of collaboration.
Ability to multitask.
Ability to adapt and adjust priorities based on business needs.
Ability to take direction and absorb information quickly.

Responsibilities

Conduct data analysis and provide insights to support business decision-making.
Assist with developing innovative ways to increase data intelligence within the business.
Contribute to projects and accountabilities that may include research, analytics, strategy, process review and improvement, and technology enhancements and support.
Attend professional development sessions, informational sessions, networking events, and community service events.
Complete an assigned project designed to improve a specific process or solve a problem.
Present the assigned project at the close of the internship.
Prepare and deliver a wrap-up presentation to the division leader and other key stakeholders outlining internship accomplishments and experience.