Corporate Intern - Credit Modeling & Analytics (Hybrid)
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!
This position will be part of the Credit Risk Analytics Team and will focus on data modeling and analytics. As an intern on this team, you can expect to support the team by writing code in SAS or in Python, working with big data, cleaning data, writing reports, and creating credit models. This is an exciting opportunity for students who are looking to expand on their knowledge of quantitative modeling and risk.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
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Be part of a dynamic team with interesting projects.
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Accountabilities can and may include areas such as research, analytics, projects, strategy, process review and improvement, as well as technology enhancements and support.
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Attend professional development sessions, informational sessions, networking and community service events.
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Have a dedicated manager and program manager to help you navigate the bank and the internship program.
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Be assigned a project, designed to improve a specific process or solve a problem that you will present at the close of the internship.
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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: 5/27/2026 - 7/31/2026
Qualifications
Required qualifications:
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High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of experience
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Currently enrolled at an accredited collegiate institution (during the time of the summer program)
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Ability to work 40 hours per week during the duration of the program
Preferred qualifications:
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Currently pursuing an advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in a Quantitative discipline such as Statistics, Quantitative Finance, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Finance, Operations Research, Econometrics, Actuarial Science or Financial Engineering
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Working knowledge of statistics
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Working knowledge of Python, SAS or database programming
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Prior Coursework or experience in Finance/Banking or Quantitative Modeling is a plus
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3.0 minimum GPA
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Strong desire to learn and grow
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Possess a positive attitude, naturally curious and enjoys collaborating with others
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Strong verbal and written communication skills
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Critical thinking skills
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Ability to multitask
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Ability to adapt and adjust priorities based on business needs
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Ability to take direction and absorb information quickly
The base pay for this position is generally between $21.51/hour and $32.89/hour. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total
compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.
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.
