Ready to bring your skills to our Finance & Accounting Career Training (FACT) Programs
Intern and Full-Time Programs
Jumpstart your career through hands-on, impactful projects, comprehensive training and development with exposure to executive leadership, paving the way for a robust career at Citizens.
Corporate Finance Summer Internship Program
In this 10-week summer internship program, you'll have the opportunity to participate in finance activities, improve your reporting and analysis skills as well as enhancing your knowledge of basic finance and accounting principles.

What you’ll do.
You'll be placed in one of the following areas for the summer:- Business Unit Finance (Consumer, Commercial, Enterprise)
- Corporate Accounting
- Treasury
- Tax
Where we hire.
- Johnston, RI
- Westwood, MA (20 minutes from Boston by train)
What you'll get.
- Extensive programming around professional development, senior speaker series, and relevant business initiatives
- Dedicated mentor program
- Given advanced consideration for our full-time Associate Financial Analyst Development Program

Your impact.
Through real-world projects and data analysis, you'll help drive insights and improve financial reporting processes. Your work will directly support strategic decision-making while building a strong foundation for future roles within the organization.
Associate Financial Analyst Development Program
In our 1 year, full-time development program, you'll have the opportunity to gain a strong understanding of the Corporate Finance Division at Citizens as well as great insight into the inner workings of a large financial institution.

What you’ll do.
- Build a strong foundation in finance and accounting fundamentals through three immersive 4-month rotations across key business areas
Where we hire.
- Johnston, RI
- Westwood, MA (20 minutes from Boston by train)
What you'll get.
- Resettlement bonus
- Competitive salary
- Structured career pathing
- In-demand benefits, like our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and pet insurance
The FACT program was critical to my early career growth. Rotating through different teams helped me find where I thrive and how I can make a meaningful contribution. The combination of cross-functional exposure and exceptional guidance and leadership supported both my professional and personal growth.
The FACT program is a strong starting point for a career in finance, offering practical knowledge, exposure to all areas of finance within the bank, and valuable networking opportunities that help you build a solid foundation for future growth.
When and how we hire.
2026 Corporate Finance Summer Internship Program
- September 2025 – Applications open
- October 2025 – Super Day interviews & offers extended
2026 Associate Financial Analyst Development Program
We prioritize qualified interns from our Corporate Finance Summer Internship Program. If we have any remaining open roles, they'll be posted on our career site September 2025, or as business needs change.
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I applied! So what's next?
Qualified candidates will complete a self-guided video interview assessment within 7 days of receiving the notification via email or text. If not completed within the timeframe, the application will be automatically withdrawn from consideration for our early career and internship programs. Learn more about what to expect, and how to best prepare here.