Summer 2027 IT Business Office Intern (Columbia-Hybrid)

The SouthState story is one of steady growth, deep community roots, and an unwavering commitment to helping our customers move forward. Since our beginnings in the 1930s to becoming a trusted financial partner across the South and beyond - we are known for combining personal relationships with forward-thinking solutions. We are committed to helping our team members find their success while maintaining the integrity of our values: building trust, fostering lasting relationships and pursuing excellence. At SouthState, individual contributions are recognized, potential is cultivated and team members are inspired to achieve their greater purpose. Your future begins here!

Program Overview: Our IT Business Office Internship Program offers a dynamic 10-week experience designed to expose undergraduate students to the business operations of Technology, including IT project and portfolio management, financial planning and spend analysis, performance reporting and analytics, strategic technology initiatives, including Technology's AI program. Interns will work closely with experienced IT professionals and project teams to support initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness, advance technology capabilities, and support AI transformation across Technology. Throughout the program, we prioritize your professional growth by helping you build the analytical, communication, and business skills needed to advance your career. You'll gain exposure to how Technology operates across the bank while participating in professional development, hands-on project work, and networking opportunities.

Key program components include:

• Onboarding Week: Kick off your internship with an orientation, featuring training sessions, networking with peers and SouthState leaders, and an introduction to our banking business.
• Hands-on Experience: Work alongside high-performing teams, participating in daily activities to build analytical and creative skills, and gain insight into critical banking and technology processes.
• Mentorship & Support: Partner with experienced team members who provide guidance, answer questions, and offer feedback to help you navigate challenges and grow professionally.
• Speaker Series: Hear from senior leaders about industry trends in banking and technology trends, and how to maximize your internship experience.
• Networking Opportunities: Engage in organized events to connect with peers, employees, and leaders across the organization while contributing to community initiatives.

In This Role, You Will:

• Participate in internship program activities, including workshops, training sessions, and special projects.
• Support IT portfolio tracking, governance, status reporting, and dashboards.
• Assist with IT finance activities, including invoice tracking, and spend analysis.
• Support Technology Service Provider oversight activities.
• Help collect, analyze, and report project and operational metrics.
• Develop presentations, business cases, and leadership-ready materials.
• Research AI solutions and support the IT AI intake, evaluation, and prioritization process.
• Collaborate with IT Business Office team members, IT leaders, and project teams to support ongoing processes and new initiatives.
• Prioritize tasks, maintain attention to detail, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Education: Current undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Project Management, Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, or a related field; Rising Senior graduating in December 2027 or May 2028 preferred.
• 3.4 GPA preferred.
• Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; strong analytical and creative mindset, and eagerness to learn.
• Experience and/or exposure to Visio, Power BI, Power Automate, SharePoint and Power Query are a plus!
• Attributes: Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work effectively under pressure.
• Training Requirements: Complete mandatory new hire compliance training and New Employee Orientation.
• Physical Demands: Ability to effectively access and interpret information on computer screens, documents, and reports. The role requires extended time using a computer, which can be accommodated by sitting or standing at an appropriate desk.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This internship provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the IT Business Office, support functions that span Technology, build a professional network, and develop skills that will help propel your career forward. Join us to make a meaningful impact while gaining invaluable experience!

Work Environment

This position is remote 5 days a week: 40 hours a week, with minimal travel required. Some in office days may be requested.

Compensation

Compensation: $20 per hour

Work Location

Work Location: 520 Gervais Street Columbia, South Carolina 29201

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled/veterans.

Our business model supports the unique character of the communities we serve and encourages decision making by the banker that is closest to the customer. We think and act like owners and measure success over entire economic cycles. We prioritize soundness before short-term profitability and growth.