Summer Intern – General Accounting, Financial Controls

First Citizens Bank

. Perform accounting, financial analysis, and support for the Bank's accounting function .

Posted 10/20/2026internshipRaleigh • North Carolina • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in accounting principles, financial analysis, and reporting, with a strong focus on collaboration and communication. Capable of conducting research and process improvements while adapting to changing business needs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Financial AnalysisMicrosoft ExcelVerbal and Written Communication SkillsCritical Thinking Skills

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Hard Skills

AccountingFinancial AnalysisAccount ReconciliationReport PreparationProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Strong Desire to LearnPositive AttitudeCollaborationMultitaskingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Financial TransactionsAuditsAccounting PoliciesProfessional DevelopmentNetworking

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform accounting, financial analysis, and support for the Bank's accounting function
Review financial transactions and prepare reports
Perform account reconciliations manually and through the technical accounting system in accordance with accounting policies
Learn from General Accounting, Fixed Assets, Accounts Payable, and Reconciliation groups
Assist with special projects, audits, and other accounting initiatives
Conduct research, analytics, projects, strategy, process review and improvement, and technology enhancements and support
Attend professional development, informational, networking, and community service events
Complete an assigned project to improve a 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

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of experience
Currently enrolled at an accredited collegiate institution during the summer program
Ability to work 40 hours per week during the duration of the program
Rising junior or senior with a focus of study in Accounting, Audit, or Financial Analysis (preferred)
Experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) (preferred)
Experience with Microsoft Applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint (preferred)
3.0 minimum GPA (preferred)
Strong desire to learn and grow (preferred)
Possess a positive attitude, naturally curious, and enjoys collaborating with others (preferred)
Strong verbal and written communication skills (preferred)
Critical thinking skills (preferred)
Ability to multitask (preferred)
Ability to adapt and adjust priorities based on business needs (preferred)
Ability to take direction and absorb information quickly (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program
Professional development sessions
Informational sessions
Networking events
Community service events
Dedicated manager and program manager
Hands-on work experience
Assigned project experience
Opportunity to present internship accomplishments to division leaders and stakeholders