Finance and Accounting Associate Internships

Finance and accounting associate internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience across budgeting, reconciliation, and financial analysis, mentorship from working finance and accounting associates, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in Manufacturing and Banking & Financial Services, with AXA, Fiserv, and Plante Moran among the employers posting roles now.

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Overview

Open roles66
Top stateWisconsin
Top employerAXA
Top cityMilwaukee, WI
Work type82% Hybrid
Top industryManufacturing

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2027 Finance & Accounting Internship - Alpharetta
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2027 Finance & Accounting Internship - Alpharetta
Fiserv
Alpharetta, Georgia
Accounting
Business Operations
Military encouraged
10,000+

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2027 Finance & Accounting Internship Program (Milwaukee, WI)
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2027 Finance & Accounting Internship Program (Milwaukee, WI)
Fiserv
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
Military encouraged
10,000+

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Accounting & Finance Co-Op
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Accounting & Finance Co-Op
Boehringer Ingelheim
Ridgefield, Connecticut
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Data Science
10,000+

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Accounting & Finance Intern (Year-Round)
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Accounting & Finance Intern (Year-Round)
Charter Manufacturing
Saukville, Wisconsin
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
Hybrid
1,001-5,000

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Summer Intern - Finance & Accounting
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Summer Intern - Finance & Accounting
RGA
Chesterfield, Missouri
Biotech & Life Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
1,001-5,000

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Finance and Accounting Associate Internship Market

Who's Hiring

AXA2 open roles
Fiserv2 open roles
Plante Moran2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Banking & Financial Services

Tips for Your Finance and Accounting Associate Internship Search

Apply earlier than you think you need to

Large banks, accounting firms, and financial services companies recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with application windows that close months before the program starts. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check regularly so you catch both cycles and do not miss the early deadlines that matter most.

Build a project portfolio before you apply

At the intern level, recruiters expect limited work history and look for proof of ability instead. Document two or three finance or accounting projects, including the tools you used, such as Excel, QuickBooks, or financial modeling software, and the outcome. A linked spreadsheet, analysis write-up, or case study gives hiring teams something concrete to evaluate.

Work your campus network alongside direct applications

Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied directly to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles appear publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach.

Practice your technical screen out loud

Finance and accounting associate intern screens typically include accounting knowledge questions, financial statement analysis, or Excel and modeling exercises. Practice walking through your reasoning aloud before the interview, since interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as whether you land on the right answer.

Target structured rotational and university programs early

Many large financial institutions and corporate finance departments run rotational or cohort internship programs built specifically to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early and fill competitive spots fast. Identify the ones that match your interests and apply in the first posting wave, before general applications open.

Set your work-type filter before you start

On-site roles are 9% of the finance and accounting associate internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through openings, then filter by location and work type so you are only reviewing roles you can actually accept.

Finance and Accounting Associate Internships: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a finance and accounting associate internship?

Lead with coursework and completed projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A documented portfolio, case study, or financial model gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters for structured finance programs often move faster for students they meet in person.

Can a finance and accounting associate internship turn into a full-time job?

Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for finance and accounting associate interns is consistent performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and how early the employer signals its return-offer timeline. Treat the offer as possible, not promised, and focus on the quality of your work throughout.

When should I apply for finance and accounting associate internships?

Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, including major banks, accounting firms, and financial services companies, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often with applications due in September or October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round and checking regularly is worthwhile.

Are finance and accounting associate internships paid?

Most professional finance and accounting associate internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it, so you can compare opportunities as you apply without needing to ask upfront.

What should a finance and accounting associate internship resume include?

Lead with two or three completed, documented projects that show the tools you used, such as Excel models, accounting software, or financial analysis work, and link or reference where the work can be reviewed. Add relevant coursework in accounting, finance, or economics. Keep everything to one page, since hiring teams at the intern level screen quickly.

Are there remote finance and accounting associate internships?

Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 91% of the finance and accounting associate internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill quickly because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early once you decide what works for your situation and use the work-type filter to surface those roles immediately.

What is a rotational finance and accounting associate internship?

Rotational internship programs place interns across two or more business units, such as financial reporting, treasury, and FP and A, over a single summer. They are designed for people new to the field and are common at large financial services firms, banks, and corporate finance departments. These programs recruit early and fill competitive cohorts fast, so apply in the first wave of postings.

Can international students get finance and accounting associate 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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