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2027 Commercial Summer Intern - Chicago, IL

Student and Recent Graduates

Chicago, Illinois

Description

Job Title: 2027 Commercial Summer Intern - Chicago, IL 

Location: Chicago, IL

Duration: 10 weeks

Start Date: June 1, 2027

Commercial Summer Internship Program

The Commercial Summer Internship Program is designed to give interns a look at Citizens Bank’s culture and exposure into one of the many commercial banking business lines through project-based assignments, learning curriculum, networking, volunteer opportunities and formal mentorship. Responsibilities will vary based on the group you’re assigned to and will leverage your unique skills and abilities. At the conclusion of the program, high-performing interns will receive early consideration for full-time opportunities within the line of business in which they completed their summer internship.

Opportunities Within Commercial Banking, there are two opportunities in Chicago: Asset Finance and Mid Corp PM 

  • Asset Finance: The Asset Finance team provides loans and leases secured by equipment and other fixed assets, helping companies with annual revenues exceeding $50 million finance capital investments while managing cash flow, taxes, and balance sheet strategies. You will support Portfolio Managers, Credit Analysts, and Relationship Managers in underwriting transactions, monitoring loan portfolios, conducting financial and industry analysis, and preparing credit approval materials and client presentations. The role also offers exposure to client interactions, market research, and commercial banking team activities, providing a comprehensive understanding of equipment finance and asset-based lending.

  • Mid Corp PM: You will work alongside Portfolio Managers, Credit Analysts, and Relationship Managers to support loan underwriting, portfolio monitoring, and business development efforts for commercial banking clients. Responsibilities include conducting financial and credit analysis, preparing financial models and credit approval materials, monitoring client reporting and covenant compliance, performing industry and market research, and participating in client meetings, team discussions, and special projects to gain broad exposure to commercial banking and relationship management.

Qualifications:

  • 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 consideration.

  • Current students enrolled in an undergraduate bachelor’s program, graduating between Winter 2027 – Spring 2028 OR current students enrolled in a graduate program, graduating between Winter 2027 – Spring 2028

  • Minimum GPA of 3.2; Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.5.

    • Please include your cumulative GPA on your resume.

  • Relevant work experience, leadership experience or coursework in Finance, Accounting or Economics is preferred but all majors will be considered. 

  • Strong analytical skills and software skills: MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) proficiency is required.

  • Candidates must currently be a U.S. Resident to be eligible for this program.

    • Please note that U.S. Immigration sponsorship or work visa is not available for intern / full time Analyst positions and candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.

Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Citizens, 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.

Background Check

Any 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.

Benefits

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more.

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