Assistant Financial Analyst Internships

Assistant financial analyst internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience analyzing financial data and building models, mentorship from working financial analysts, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Technology & Software, with WD, ICF, and NVIDIA among the employers posting roles now.

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Overview

Open roles27
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerWD
Top citySan Jose, CA
Work type57% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Financial Analyst Intern, Hardware FP&A - Summer 2027
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Financial Analyst Intern, Hardware FP&A - Summer 2027
NVIDIA
Santa Clara, California
Biotech & Life Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
$20 - $71/hr
10,000+

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Graduate Financial Analyst Intern Part-Time
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Graduate Financial Analyst Intern Part-Time
CR England
Salt Lake City, Utah
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Data Analytics
Master's degree
5,001-10,000

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Financial Analyst Intern
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Financial Analyst Intern
JM Family Enterprises
Deerfield Beach, Florida
Accounting
Business Analyst
Investment Operations
5,001-10,000

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Financial Analyst Intern (Bilingual English & Mandarin)
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Financial Analyst Intern (Bilingual English & Mandarin)
First cover, Inc
Manhattan, New York
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Project Management
On-Site
Master's degree in accounting

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Program Financial Analyst Intern (Summer 2027)
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Program Financial Analyst Intern (Summer 2027)
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Lone Tree, Colorado
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$23.54 - $32.37/hr
Hybrid
5,001-10,000

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Assistant Financial Analyst Internship Market

Who's Hiring

WD1 open role
ICF1 open role
NVIDIA1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software

Tips for Your Assistant Financial Analyst Internship Search

Apply months before the internship starts

Large financial services firms and corporate finance departments open summer internship recruiting the preceding fall and close roles before the spring semester begins. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings regularly throughout the year so you don't miss a cycle that opened and filled within weeks.

Build a portfolio before you need one

Intern reviewers for assistant financial analyst roles expect limited work history, so give them something specific to assess instead. Publish two or three completed projects, such as a discounted cash flow model, a comparable company analysis, or a written equity pitch, and document the tools you used. A linked portfolio does more work than a list of coursework alone.

Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time

Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, since many assistant financial analyst intern openings never appear at campus events and are filled through direct applications.

Practice the technical screen out loud before you apply

Assistant financial analyst intern interviews typically include a technical or analytical screen covering accounting concepts, financial statement analysis, or modeling logic. Practice answering questions aloud and explaining your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you work through a problem as much as whether you reach the right answer.

Target structured rotational and cohort programs early

Many large financial institutions run formal rotational or summer analyst programs built to train people new to the field, covering functions like FP&A, corporate development, and treasury. These programs recruit heavily on campus in the fall and fill in the first wave, so identify the ones that fit your background and get applications in before the cycle closes.

Set your work-type filter before you start

On-site roles are 29% of the assistant financial analyst internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through openings, then filter by location and work type so your time goes toward roles you can actually accept.

Assistant Financial Analyst Internships: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an assistant financial analyst internship?

Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since recruiting teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio of financial models, valuation analyses, or case studies that give recruiters something concrete to assess. Submit applications directly through company career pages, and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.

Can an assistant financial analyst internship turn into a full-time job?

Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for assistant financial analyst interns is performance on real project work, available headcount on the team at offer time, and how early the employer communicates its return-offer timeline. Position yourself by treating every assignment as a sample of full-time work without counting on the outcome.

When should I apply for assistant financial analyst internships?

Earlier than most candidates expect. Large financial services firms and corporate finance teams recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often wrapping interviews before the new year. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss a cycle that opened and filled quickly.

Are assistant financial analyst internships paid?

Most professional assistant financial analyst internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Listings on this page show pay where the employer has disclosed it, so you can compare opportunities directly as you apply.

What should an assistant financial analyst internship resume include?

Lead with two or three complete, documented projects, naming the tools used and linking to the work where possible, such as a published financial model, an equity research write-up, or a case study with supporting analysis. Add relevant coursework in finance, accounting, or economics. Keep the resume to one page, since intern reviewers scan quickly and brevity signals focus.

Are there remote assistant financial analyst internships?

Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 71% of the assistant financial analyst internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill quickly once they open, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.

What is a rotational finance internship program?

Rotational finance internship programs, offered by larger financial institutions and corporations, place interns in two or more business units over a single summer to build broad exposure across functions like FP&A, treasury, and corporate development. These programs target candidates new to professional finance, recruit heavily on campus in the fall, and are competitive, so identifying and applying in the first wave matters.

Can international students get assistant financial analyst 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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