Data Science Intern

Data Management Graduate InternshipJoin the data-driven culture at Citizens and learn how we keep customers at the center of everything we do. We are looking for interns to join our 10-week summer internship program and support innovative data & analytics initiatives across the bank.Our program offers interns a unique dual experience – Participants spend half of their time individually partnered with a host team within the data & analytics community to participate in ongoing work. Assignments for data analyst interns may be in areas aligned to data quality monitoring, metadata management, ETL support, data integration, SQL development, cloud-based data tools, and exploratory data analysis- including tasks related to reporting, dashboarding, and ad-hoc investigations. This component of the program provides direct exposure to teams in areas that align to intern education and interests.The other half of the time, interns work on a cross-functional team, collaborating with other Data & Analytics interns, colleagues, and business partners to work on a real-world project. Projects are tailored so interns can experience the full project cycle. Past projects centered on areas such as enhancing the customer experience, optimizing business spend, identifying new market opportunities, providing business insights, model development, and engineering metrics & dashboarding.Interns are expected to adopt a hybrid work structure and work out of one of our headquarters in Columbus, OH, Johnston, RI, or Boston, MA.Please note: This role spans multiple teams and business areas. As such, specific responsibilities and tools may vary depending on the host team. Interns will be matched with teams to ensure meaningful contributions and strong collaboration.As a Data Management intern, you can expect to:Support teams responsible for data management systems and workflows that support business needsDevelop and optimize SQL queries for efficient data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL)Troubleshoot and resolve data quality or integrity issues in a timely and proactive mannerWork hands-on with internal data repositories to collect, organize, and analyze relevant datasetsCollaborate with stakeholders to gather feedback and refine solutions to maximize business impactPresent final project outcomes and insights to peers and business leaders as part of a capstone presentationWork with teams responsible for maintaining the integrity of the organization's data systemsAssist in monitoring data quality and apply measures that support accuracy and consistencyFollow enterprise-wide data standards and governance practices, including metadata, master data, and policy managementWhat you'll need to apply:Successfully complete a video interview assessment within 4 days of receiving the link. If not completed within the timeframe, your application will be automatically withdrawn from considerationCurrently pursuing a graduate degree in computer science, information systems, statistics, engineering, or other technology-related degreesExpected graduation date between December 2027 and Spring 2028 for Master's students or concurrently enrolled in a PhD programMinimum GPA of 3.0Experience working with raw as well as prepared datasetsUnderstanding of master data management principles and processesProficiency with programming languages / tools: SQL, Python, Microsoft Excel, with exposure to libraries such as Pandas for data manipulationFamiliarity with cloud computing environments (e.g., AWS), APIs, and working with structured data formats like JSON and YAMLPreferred Qualifications:Team Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to thrive in a team environment and collaborate effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and business unitsCommunication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to successfully communicate analytic results, business insights, and business impact to a non-technical audienceAnalytical Thinking: Solid analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex problems using logic and quantitative methodsCuriosity & Initiative: A strong sense of curiosity and ownership, with a proactive approach to asking thoughtful questions, researching unfamiliar topics, and seeking clarity on project goalsResilience & Drive: Demonstrated persistence and tenacity—willingness to work through challenges, adapt to feedback, and stay focused on delivering resultsTechnical Familiarity: Exposure to or interest in learning tools such as Amazon Redshift, Snowflake, Amazon S3, and Alteryx. Prior experience is a plus but not requiredLearning Mindset: Eagerness to learn from mentors and business partners, and to grow technical and business acumen through hands-on project workExperience in data analysis and an interest in learning data governance principles including data quality, consistency, integrity, and security to support high quality data systemsFamiliarity with data architecture concepts such as data pipelines, cloud storage, and how data is structured and integrated within an organization and awareness of data modeling conceptsExposure to tools such as Amazon S3, Redshift, SageMaker, DBeaver, or Starburst considered a plusUnderstanding of ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) concepts and how they support data integration and pipeline developmentFind more information about Enterprise Data and Analytics Early Career Program HEREPlease note that permanent work authorization in the United States is required. This position is not eligible for CPT, OPT, or visa sponsorship, now or in the future.Hours and Work Schedule Hours per Week: 40 Work Schedule: M-F 8:30am - 5pmRequired SkillsAccountabilityAnalytical ReasoningAudit and Compliance Policies and ProceduresAudit and Compliance TrendsBusiness SavvyCommunicating EffectivelyCustomer Support TrendsData AnalysisDetail AttentiveDiversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)Financial Record KeepingInternal AuditInternal ControlsMotivating OthersPersonal InitiativeProblem-SolvingProcess-OrientedProject AdministrationAbout UsEqual Employment OpportunityCitizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague's or a dependent's reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.Equal Employment and Opportunity EmployerJob Applicant Data Privacy PolicyBackground CheckAny offer of employment is conditioned upon the candidate successfully passing a background check, which may include initial credit, motor vehicle record, public record, prior employment verification, and criminal background checks. Results of the background check are individually reviewed based upon legal requirements imposed by our regulators and with consideration of the nature and gravity of the background history and the job offered. Any offer of employment will include further information.Job InfoJob Identification 49281Job Category Student & Recent GraduatesApply Before 09/19/2026, 03:59 AMJob Schedule Full timeJob Shift 1stLocations One Citizens Bank Way, Johnston, RI, 02919, US 4249 Easton Way Suite 200, Columbus, OH, 43219-6170, US 28 State Street, Boston, MA, 02109