2027 Summer Intern - Enterprise Sourcing (Raleigh, NC)

About the role

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! Enterprise Sourcing is responsible for procuring vendor products and services, including: vendor selection, contract structuring and negotiation, contract management and vendor performance.

Responsibilities

• Partner with First Citizens Bank Sourcing Managers in support of strategic third-party needs, responsibilities may include exposure to building category strategies, running RFPs and contract negotiation support.
• Collaborate closely with sourcing professionals, business stakeholders, and cross-functional partners to achieve project objectives and deliver business value.
• Be part of a dynamic team with interesting projects.
• Accountabilities can and may include areas such as research, analytics, projects, strategy, process review and improvement, as well as technology enhancements and support.
• Attend professional development sessions, informational sessions, networking and community service events.
• Have a dedicated manager and program manager to help you navigate the bank and the internship program.
• Be assigned a project, focused on improving a business process or solving a business challenge through team collaboration, data analysis and present your recommendations and outcomes at the conclusion of the internship.
• Work collaboratively with sourcing professionals and business stakeholders to support projects, share ideas, and contribute to strategic initiatives and process improvements.
• 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of experience
• Currently enrolled at an accredited collegiate institution (during the time of the summer program)
• Ability to work 40 hours per week during the duration of the program

Qualifications

• Current Junior/rising Senior
• Pursuing a Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain, Accounting, Finance, Liberal Arts or Marketing
• 3.0 minimum GPA
• Strong desire to learn and grow
• Possess a positive attitude, naturally curious and enjoys collaborating with others
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to adapt and adjust priorities based on business needs
• Ability to take direction and absorb information quickly

Skills

Adaptability, Communication (Written & Verbal), Critical Thinking Skills

Benefits

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