Enterprise Strategy Summer Internship

Citizens internship programs provide the opportunity to work on high-impact business assignments that connect academic experience with real-world applications.

The Enterprise Strategy Summer Internship is designed to immerse high-performing students in one of the firm’s most critical functions offering exposure to enterprise-wide strategic priorities and decision-making.

This is a high-exposure eight-week program featuring structured rotations executive engagement and a capstone project that culminates in a presentation to senior leadership.

NOTE: THIS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM BEGINS June 2026 & is based in Westwood MA / Boston MA.

As an Enterprise Strategy Intern you will:

• Participate in rotation-based learning across key strategy functions including:
  • Corporate Strategy
  • Innovation
  • Enablement & Delivery
  • Corporate Development
  • OneCitizens / Cross-LOB Programs
• Engage directly with senior leaders through weekly one-on-one conversations gaining exposure to enterprise priorities leadership perspectives and decision frameworks.
• Deliver real business-relevant outputs each week (e.g. analysis memos presentations) contributing to live strategy workstreams.
• Complete a capstone project:
  • Define and scope a strategic topic early in the program
  • Conduct research analysis and stakeholder engagement
  • Present recommendations to a panel of senior leaders at program conclusion

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research analysis and synthesis on strategic topics including growth strategy competitive positioning innovation and operating model transformation
• Contribute to enterprise strategy initiatives including: 
  • Competitive benchmarking
  • Market and industry analysis
  • Strategic prioritization and trade-offs
• Support innovation and fintech evaluations including ecosystem mapping and vendor assessment
• Participate in agile delivery environments and governance forums gaining exposure to execution and change management practices 
• Assist in corporate development activities including exposure to M&A processes and valuation concepts 
• Develop written and presentation materials for senior stakeholders
• Contribute thought leadership to internal communications (e.g. strategy newsletters)
   

Qualifications:

• Strong analytical problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to synthesize complex topics clearly
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver against deadlines 
• High level of intellectual curiosity and interest in strategy finance and innovation 
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams in a fast-paced environmen
• 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
• 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 positions and candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S
     

Education:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting finance economics or other related degree
• Minimum GPA 3.5

Why Work for Us:
At Citizens you’ll be part of a collaborative customer-focused organization committed to innovation and long-term growth. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain enterprise-wide perspective direct executive access and exposure to real strategic decision-making - building a strong foundation for future roles in strategy finance or leadership development.
 

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