2027 Summer Intern – General Accounting/Financial Controls (Raleigh, NC)

First Citizens Bank • Raleigh, NC

17h • Hybrid

About The Position

First Citizens Bank’s summer internship program offers development opportunities and hands-on experience in a corporate environment. The intern will support the Bank’s accounting function through accounting work, financial analysis, transaction reviews, reporting, and account reconciliations. The role provides exposure to General Accounting, Fixed Assets, Accounts Payable, and Reconcilement, as well as opportunities to contribute to projects, audits, and other accounting initiatives. The intern will complete a process-improvement or problem-solving project and present the results at the end of the program, including a wrap-up presentation to the division leader and other stakeholders. The role is hybrid and intended for candidates within commuting distance of the Raleigh, North Carolina office. The internship runs from May 24, 2027, through July 30, 2027, and requires 40 hours per week during 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 throughout the program.
• Adaptability.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Critical-thinking skills.
• Within a commutable driving distance of the Raleigh, NC office.

Nice To Haves

• Rising junior or senior with a focus of study in Accounting, Audit, or Financial Analysis.
• Experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with Microsoft applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• 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

• Perform accounting, financial analysis, and support for the Bank’s accounting function.
• Review financial transactions, prepare reports, and perform account reconciliations manually and through the technical accounting system in accordance with accounting policies.
• Learn from groups within the Accounting Department, including General Accounting, Fixed Assets, Accounts Payable, and Reconcilement.
• Assist with special projects, audits, and other accounting initiatives as needed.
• Contribute to work that may include research, analytics, projects, strategy, process review and improvement, and technology enhancements and support.
• Attend professional development and informational sessions, networking events, and community service events.
• Complete an assigned project designed to improve a process or solve a problem, and present it at the close of the internship.
• Prepare and deliver a wrap-up presentation to the division leader and other key company stakeholders outlining internship accomplishments and experience.

Benefits

• The employer describes a competitive, thoughtfully designed benefits program intended to meet associates’ needs; details are provided on the company benefits website.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED