Accountant Internships
Accountant internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience across budgeting, auditing, and financial analysis, mentorship from working accountants, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Roles are concentrated across Medical Devices, Energy, and Technology & Software, with NOVOGRADAC & COMPANY, Terumo, and Gilbane among the employers posting roles now.
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Intern Undergraduate - Cost Accountant
Date: Jul 2, 2026
Location: Lakewood, CO, US
Company: Terumo BCT, Inc.
Requisition ID: 35205
At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 8,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.
We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.
With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.
- Performs planned work to accomplish project goals while gaining experience with cost accounting practices, financial systems, and company policies.
- Assists with collecting, analyzing, and interpreting cost data to support operational and financial reporting needs.
- Supports preparation of cost reports, variance analyses, and summaries to identify trends, discrepancies, and improvement opportunities.
- Works with cross-functional teams such as operations, procurement, and finance to gather information and clarify cost-related data.
- Assists in developing and maintaining cost models, standard costing processes, and inventory valuation support as applicable.
- Supports the budgeting and forecasting process by compiling data and assisting in financial analysis.
- Assists in identifying process improvements that enhance cost tracking accuracy and reporting efficiency.
- Maintains accurate records and supports data entry into financial systems and company databases.
- Assignments may require applying accounting principles and analytical skills to both routine and moderately complex problems, with opportunities to build expertise over time.
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field
- Preferred: Junior or Senior standing
- Foundational knowledge of accounting principles, including cost accounting concepts.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate data and identify trends or discrepancies.
- Ability to apply accounting concepts to support financial and operational decisions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general familiarity with financial systems or ERP platforms.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team-oriented environment.
An equivalent competency level acquired through a variation of these qualifications may be considered.
- Typical Office Environment requirements include reading, speaking, hearing, close vision, walking, bending, sitting, and occasional lifting, up to 20 pounds.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Target Pay Range: $33.00 to $33.00 - Hourly pay rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data
Target Bonus on Base: 0.0%
We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, from . We encourage your prompt application.
At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, we provide competitive total reward offerings that consist of compensation, benefits, recognition, along with a wealth of other well-being, work-life and recognition programs which support in unlocking the potential for you and your family. Included in our expansive list of benefits offerings are multiple group medical, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, life insurance and disability coverages, also a variety of voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and much more. To help you save for retirement, we offer a 401(k) plan with a matching contribution and for work-life balance we have vacation and sick time programs for associates. For us, it’s about protecting the personal welfare of our associates and their families, helping to achieve personal goals and offering those extra touches for convenience, security and overall peace of mind.
- Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is part of Terumo Group, founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
- In 2024, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies reached $1.5 billion in revenue.
- We employ nearly 8,000 associates globally, with global headquarters in Lakewood, CO, U.S., and regional headquarters in Brussels, Buenos Aires, Singapore and Tokyo.
- We manufacture devices, disposable sets and solutions at our facilities in Belgium, India, Japan, Northern Ireland, the U.S. and Vietnam. Our global presence enables us to serve customers in more than 130 countries.
- Our core values help set our direction, guide our actions and keep us true to our corporate mission of contributing to society through healthcare.
- Respect – Appreciative of others
- Integrity – Guided by our mission
- Care – Empathetic to patients
- Quality – Committed to excellence
- Creativity – Striving for innovation
- We contribute to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), raising $2.4 million USD since 2025.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.
Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is committed to providing a safe, healthy and secure working environment. Our Colorado campus locations are tobacco-free workplaces, and we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and detailed background verification.
Nearest Major Market: Denver
Job Segment: Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse, Medical Device, ERP, Data Entry, Healthcare, Technology, Administrative
Intern Undergraduate - Cost Accountant
Date: Jul 2, 2026
Location: Lakewood, CO, US
Company: Terumo BCT, Inc.
Requisition ID: 35205
At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 8,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.
We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.
With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.
- Performs planned work to accomplish project goals while gaining experience with cost accounting practices, financial systems, and company policies.
- Assists with collecting, analyzing, and interpreting cost data to support operational and financial reporting needs.
- Supports preparation of cost reports, variance analyses, and summaries to identify trends, discrepancies, and improvement opportunities.
- Works with cross-functional teams such as operations, procurement, and finance to gather information and clarify cost-related data.
- Assists in developing and maintaining cost models, standard costing processes, and inventory valuation support as applicable.
- Supports the budgeting and forecasting process by compiling data and assisting in financial analysis.
- Assists in identifying process improvements that enhance cost tracking accuracy and reporting efficiency.
- Maintains accurate records and supports data entry into financial systems and company databases.
- Assignments may require applying accounting principles and analytical skills to both routine and moderately complex problems, with opportunities to build expertise over time.
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field
- Preferred: Junior or Senior standing
- Foundational knowledge of accounting principles, including cost accounting concepts.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate data and identify trends or discrepancies.
- Ability to apply accounting concepts to support financial and operational decisions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general familiarity with financial systems or ERP platforms.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team-oriented environment.
An equivalent competency level acquired through a variation of these qualifications may be considered.
- Typical Office Environment requirements include reading, speaking, hearing, close vision, walking, bending, sitting, and occasional lifting, up to 20 pounds.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Target Pay Range: $33.00 to $33.00 - Hourly pay rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data
Target Bonus on Base: 0.0%
We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, from . We encourage your prompt application.
At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, we provide competitive total reward offerings that consist of compensation, benefits, recognition, along with a wealth of other well-being, work-life and recognition programs which support in unlocking the potential for you and your family. Included in our expansive list of benefits offerings are multiple group medical, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, life insurance and disability coverages, also a variety of voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and much more. To help you save for retirement, we offer a 401(k) plan with a matching contribution and for work-life balance we have vacation and sick time programs for associates. For us, it’s about protecting the personal welfare of our associates and their families, helping to achieve personal goals and offering those extra touches for convenience, security and overall peace of mind.
- Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is part of Terumo Group, founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
- In 2024, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies reached $1.5 billion in revenue.
- We employ nearly 8,000 associates globally, with global headquarters in Lakewood, CO, U.S., and regional headquarters in Brussels, Buenos Aires, Singapore and Tokyo.
- We manufacture devices, disposable sets and solutions at our facilities in Belgium, India, Japan, Northern Ireland, the U.S. and Vietnam. Our global presence enables us to serve customers in more than 130 countries.
- Our core values help set our direction, guide our actions and keep us true to our corporate mission of contributing to society through healthcare.
- Respect – Appreciative of others
- Integrity – Guided by our mission
- Care – Empathetic to patients
- Quality – Committed to excellence
- Creativity – Striving for innovation
- We contribute to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), raising $2.4 million USD since 2025.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.
Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is committed to providing a safe, healthy and secure working environment. Our Colorado campus locations are tobacco-free workplaces, and we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and detailed background verification.
Nearest Major Market: Denver
Job Segment: Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse, Medical Device, ERP, Data Entry, Healthcare, Technology, Administrative
Accountant Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- NOVOGRADAC & COMPANY18
- Terumo2
- Gilbane1
- Arista Networks1
- UTHealth Houston1
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
- Energy
- Technology & Software
Tips for Your Accountant Internship Search
Apply in the fall for the following summer
Large employers, public accounting firms and corporate finance teams, open summer intern applications as early as August and September. Waiting until spring means the structured cohort programs are already closed. Smaller companies and co-ops post closer to start dates, so check listings across the full year rather than targeting one window.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Accountant intern recruiters expect limited work history, so give them something concrete to assess. Complete two or three documented projects, a financial model built in Excel, a cost analysis walkthrough, or a reconciliation exercise, and keep them accessible. Note the tools used and the decision or answer each project produced.
Work campus resources and direct applications together
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for candidates they meet in person. Your professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach.
Practice the accountant intern interview format out loud
Accountant intern screens typically involve technical questions on debits and credits, financial statement relationships, and sometimes a short case analyzing a business scenario. Practice answering out loud and walking through your reasoning step by step, interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the final answer.
Target structured rotational and cohort programs early
Large accounting employers run formal intern programs designed to train candidates new to the field, Big Four firms, corporate controllers' groups, and internal audit departments all recruit in organized cohorts. These programs open early and fill fast. Identify the ones aligned with your coursework concentration and submit in the first application wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 9% of the accountant internships listed here. Decide what you can actually commit to, on-site, hybrid, or remote, before you start searching, then filter by location and work type so you are reviewing only roles you can take. Filtering first saves time and keeps your focus on applications worth completing.
Accountant Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an accountant internship?
Lead with coursework and completed projects rather than work history, hiring teams at the intern level expect limited professional experience. The concrete artifact that gives accountant recruiters something to assess is a portfolio of financial models, reconciliation exercises, or case analyses with clear methodology and outputs. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for candidates they meet face to face.
Can an accountant internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for accountant interns is consistent performance on real deliverables, demonstrated attention to detail, and team headcount at the time offers go out. The practical approach: treat every project as if you are being evaluated, because you are, without building your post-graduation plan around an outcome that isn't promised.
When should I apply for accountant internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, public accounting firms and major corporations, recruit for summer cohorts the preceding fall, often closing applications before winter. Smaller companies, regional firms, and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly rather than waiting for a single recruiting season.
Are accountant internships paid?
Most professional accountant internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, large public accounting firms and corporate finance teams generally pay more than small regional employers or nonprofit organizations. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it, so you can compare across opportunities before applying.
What should an accountant internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show your process: the accounting software or tools used, the problem you addressed, and a link to the output, a financial model, audit workpaper sample, or published analysis. Add relevant coursework such as financial accounting, cost accounting, or auditing. Keep the entire document to one page.
Are there remote accountant internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 91% of the accountant internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill quickly because they attract candidates from across the country, so apply early once you spot a role that fits. Use the work-type filter to see only remote or hybrid listings without sorting through roles you cannot take.
What is a Big Four accounting internship?
Big Four internships at Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG are among the most structured entry points into public accounting, designed specifically for candidates new to professional audit, tax, or advisory work. They recruit heavily on campus starting in the fall for the following summer, move fast, and are competitive, identify the service line that fits your coursework and apply in the first recruiting wave.
Can international students get accountant internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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