Accounts Payable Coordinator Internships
Accounts payable coordinator internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience processing invoices and reconciling ledgers, mentorship from working accounts payable coordinators, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Compass Group USA, AMH, and Trace3 among the employers posting roles now.
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Since 2012, we've grown to become one of the leading single-family rental companies and homebuilders in the country, recently recognized as a top employer by Fortune and Great Place To Work®. At AMH, our goal is to simplify the experience of leasing a home through professional management and maintenance support, so our residents can focus on what really matters to them, wherever they are in life.
The AMH Summer Internship Program is 10 weeks from June to August 2027. Interviews will be scheduled beginning January 2027.
The Accounts Payable Intern will gain a better understanding of the various silos within the Accounts Payable department and how each segment contributes to the financial success of a real estate industry leader. The internship provides a unique opportunity to build experience in the complete invoice cycle. This internship is designed to be educational and provide university students with indispensable experience and skills necessary to anyone looking to pursue Accounting as a career.
Internship Learning Objectives/Task Goals:
- Analyze invoices for accuracy by ensuring vendors are paid correctly
- Review and archive purchase orders
- Communicate with AP processors regarding corrections and obtain experience in Yardi
- Research invoice discrepancies and forward research items to appropriate personnel
- Booking of payables entries for month end close, quarter close
- Process and post invoices requiring immediate attention
- Learn organizational systems, programs, training, policies, and procedures as required to comply with relevant legal mandates
Minimum Education/Skills/Experience/Credentials:
- Enrolled in/graduated from a university degree program preferred.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of all aspects of job responsibilities.
- Carries out all responsibilities in an honest, ethical, and professional manner.
- Intermediate proficiency in MS Office Suite, including MS Excel.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and effectively prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects.
- Strong work ethic and a positive attitude; dependable, require minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Results-driven achiever with exemplary planning and organizational skills, along with a high degree of detail orientation.
- Robust assessment, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
This is a paid internship, however AMH does not provide housing, relocation, or transportation assistance.
Availability to commit to 40 hours per week from June 7th to August 13th, Summer of 2027.
AMH is an equal opportunity employer.
AMH conducts pre-employment background screening.
Compensation
The anticipated pay range/scale for this position is $22.00 hourly. Actual starting base pay within this range will depend on factors including geographic location, education, training, skills, and relevant experience.Background Check
Background check required. AMH will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, which may include the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
CA Privacy Notice: To learn more about what information we collect when you apply for a job, and how we use that information, please see our CA Job Applicant Privacy Notice found at https://www.amh.com/ca-privacy-notice.
#LI-DNPSince 2012, we've grown to become one of the leading single-family rental companies and homebuilders in the country, recently recognized as a top employer by Fortune and Great Place To Work®. At AMH, our goal is to simplify the experience of leasing a home through professional management and maintenance support, so our residents can focus on what really matters to them, wherever they are in life.
The AMH Summer Internship Program is 10 weeks from June to August 2027. Interviews will be scheduled beginning January 2027.
The Accounts Payable Intern will gain a better understanding of the various silos within the Accounts Payable department and how each segment contributes to the financial success of a real estate industry leader. The internship provides a unique opportunity to build experience in the complete invoice cycle. This internship is designed to be educational and provide university students with indispensable experience and skills necessary to anyone looking to pursue Accounting as a career.
Internship Learning Objectives/Task Goals:
- Analyze invoices for accuracy by ensuring vendors are paid correctly
- Review and archive purchase orders
- Communicate with AP processors regarding corrections and obtain experience in Yardi
- Research invoice discrepancies and forward research items to appropriate personnel
- Booking of payables entries for month end close, quarter close
- Process and post invoices requiring immediate attention
- Learn organizational systems, programs, training, policies, and procedures as required to comply with relevant legal mandates
Minimum Education/Skills/Experience/Credentials:
- Enrolled in/graduated from a university degree program preferred.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of all aspects of job responsibilities.
- Carries out all responsibilities in an honest, ethical, and professional manner.
- Intermediate proficiency in MS Office Suite, including MS Excel.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and effectively prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects.
- Strong work ethic and a positive attitude; dependable, require minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Results-driven achiever with exemplary planning and organizational skills, along with a high degree of detail orientation.
- Robust assessment, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
This is a paid internship, however AMH does not provide housing, relocation, or transportation assistance.
Availability to commit to 40 hours per week from June 7th to August 13th, Summer of 2027.
AMH is an equal opportunity employer.
AMH conducts pre-employment background screening.
Compensation
The anticipated pay range/scale for this position is $22.00 hourly. Actual starting base pay within this range will depend on factors including geographic location, education, training, skills, and relevant experience.Background Check
Background check required. AMH will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, which may include the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
CA Privacy Notice: To learn more about what information we collect when you apply for a job, and how we use that information, please see our CA Job Applicant Privacy Notice found at https://www.amh.com/ca-privacy-notice.
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Tips for Your Accounts Payable Coordinator Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large finance, insurance, and shared-services employers fill summer accounts payable coordinator intern cohorts the previous fall. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear throughout the year. Build your materials now and apply the moment a matching role appears.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for accounts payable coordinator internships expect limited work history, so give them something concrete to review. Document two or three projects using Excel, QuickBooks, or SAP that show invoice processing, vendor reconciliation, or month-end close workflows, and make them accessible via a linked file, shared spreadsheet, or case write-up.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured accounts payable and finance internship programs tied directly to your university, and accounting professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time widens the pool you reach.
Practice your interview format out loud before applying
Accounts payable coordinator intern screens typically involve situational or behavioral questions about attention to detail, error handling, and working with numbers under pressure, plus occasional Excel or accounting scenario walkthroughs. Practice explaining your reasoning aloud, not just arriving at the right answer, because interviewers weigh how you think as much as the final result.
Target structured finance and accounting intern programs
Many large employers in banking, insurance, and corporate finance run rotational or cohort-based accounting internship programs designed specifically to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and often have clearer return-offer pipelines. Identify the ones that match your location and goals, then apply in the first wave of their recruiting cycle.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 29% of the accounts payable coordinator internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you search, then filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate so you're only reviewing roles you can actually take, rather than sorting through listings that don't fit your situation.
Accounts Payable Coordinator Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an accounts payable coordinator internship?
Lead with coursework and completed projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A documented accounts payable project showing reconciliation work, invoice processing workflows, or spreadsheet-based analyses in Excel or accounting software gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where accounting recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an accounts payable coordinator 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 accounts payable coordinator interns is consistent performance on real work, taking ownership of assigned tasks, and building relationships before headcount decisions are made. Position yourself for one by treating every project seriously, but keep applying to other roles so your plans don't depend on a single outcome.
When should I apply for accounts payable coordinator internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers, particularly in finance, insurance, and corporate shared services, recruit summer interns the preceding fall. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a role opens gives you the best chance before cohorts fill.
Are accounts payable coordinator internships paid?
Most professional accounts payable coordinator internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid internships are less common at corporate employers but do appear at nonprofits and smaller organizations, so read each listing carefully before applying.
What should an accounts payable coordinator internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three documented projects showing accounts payable or accounting workflows, naming the tools used, such as Excel, QuickBooks, or SAP, and linking to any supporting work like a reconciliation model, a process analysis, or a case study. Add relevant coursework in accounting, finance, or business, and keep the whole resume to one page.
Are there remote accounts payable coordinator internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 71% of the accounts payable coordinator internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get accounts payable coordinator 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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