Finance Intern Jobs in California
Finance Intern jobs in California are among the most actively posted early-career finance roles in the country, concentrated in investment management, fintech, corporate finance, and venture capital across Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego. Firms like Wells Fargo, BlackRock, and Deloitte maintain established California internship pipelines, particularly for candidates pursuing CFA-track, investment banking, and financial planning and analysis roles. Demand is strongest in the Bay Area and LA financial districts, where both large institutions and high-growth startups recruit from California's major university systems. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Visa is a world leader in payments technology, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories, dedicated to uplifting everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.
At Visa, you'll have the opportunity to create impact at scale — tackling meaningful challenges, growing your skills and seeing your contributions impact lives around the world.
Join Visa and do work that matters – to you, to your community, and to the world. Progress starts with you.
Visa will accept applications for this role until at least 09-25-2026Job Description
The North America Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team serves as a business partner and provides financial support and strategic insight to a variety of regional and business functions. We play a key role in providing financial planning, month-end reporting, and decision support analytics to business leaders. The team is tasked with developing conceptually sound, rigorous, and detailed understandings of the various elements that impact net revenue, with the goal of optimizing financial performance and delivering against financial goals. The Finance Intern (“FINtern”), will join an FP&A team that is the day-to-day financial ‘eyes and ears’ for roughly half of Visa’s global net revenue.
Some job duties and projects could include:
Support in the maintenance of large and complex datasets of drivers for hundreds of Big Tech and Fintech partners
Collaborate and coordinate cross-functionally with a broad base of stakeholders (i.e. Corporate Finance, FP&A, Strategy, Controllership, etc.)
Analyze monthly and quarterly results, identify and interpret key variances, trends, and insights, present key findings to senior leadership and executive management audience
Learn and understand Visa's financial reporting systems, run data queries, develop financial architecture, and support finance technology initiatives
Develop a foundational understanding of multi-party economic model (issuers, acquirers, processors, interchange, merchants, cardholders, etc.)
Support in the creation of self-served client-based dashboards for business partners
Assist in financial planning, creating budgets, forecasting and management reporting
All Visa roles require digital fluency, including the ability to work with emerging technologies such as Generative AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) to support everyday work.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
- Students pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s Degree with a graduation date in December 2027-August 2028
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI, experience with complex financial or data systems such as Tableau or SQL is a plus
Familiar with forecast modeling and managing large datasets
Analytical, project management, and prioritization skills
Proficient written and oral communication skills
Attention to detail
Ability to work with data and organize in a logical and efficient manner
Ability to work with cross-functional teams and produce time-sensitive deliverables
Ability to manage in a dynamic environment with changing priorities
Good team player and excellent interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated hourly range for a new hire into this position is $35.00/hr to $39.00/hr which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
Work Authorization: Visa will not sponsor applicants for work visas in connection with this position. Future sponsorship will not be considered.
Information for US Applicants
Work Hours
Varies upon the needs of the department.
Travel Requirements
This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.
Mental/Physical Requirements
This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.
Visa is an EEO Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protect veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.About Us
Visa is a world leader in payments technology, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories, dedicated to uplifting everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.
At Visa, you'll have the opportunity to create impact at scale — tackling meaningful challenges, growing your skills and seeing your contributions impact lives around the world.
Join Visa and do work that matters – to you, to your community, and to the world. Progress starts with you.
Visa will accept applications for this role until at least 09-25-2026Job Description
The North America Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team serves as a business partner and provides financial support and strategic insight to a variety of regional and business functions. We play a key role in providing financial planning, month-end reporting, and decision support analytics to business leaders. The team is tasked with developing conceptually sound, rigorous, and detailed understandings of the various elements that impact net revenue, with the goal of optimizing financial performance and delivering against financial goals. The Finance Intern (“FINtern”), will join an FP&A team that is the day-to-day financial ‘eyes and ears’ for roughly half of Visa’s global net revenue.
Some job duties and projects could include:
Support in the maintenance of large and complex datasets of drivers for hundreds of Big Tech and Fintech partners
Collaborate and coordinate cross-functionally with a broad base of stakeholders (i.e. Corporate Finance, FP&A, Strategy, Controllership, etc.)
Analyze monthly and quarterly results, identify and interpret key variances, trends, and insights, present key findings to senior leadership and executive management audience
Learn and understand Visa's financial reporting systems, run data queries, develop financial architecture, and support finance technology initiatives
Develop a foundational understanding of multi-party economic model (issuers, acquirers, processors, interchange, merchants, cardholders, etc.)
Support in the creation of self-served client-based dashboards for business partners
Assist in financial planning, creating budgets, forecasting and management reporting
All Visa roles require digital fluency, including the ability to work with emerging technologies such as Generative AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) to support everyday work.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
- Students pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s Degree with a graduation date in December 2027-August 2028
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI, experience with complex financial or data systems such as Tableau or SQL is a plus
Familiar with forecast modeling and managing large datasets
Analytical, project management, and prioritization skills
Proficient written and oral communication skills
Attention to detail
Ability to work with data and organize in a logical and efficient manner
Ability to work with cross-functional teams and produce time-sensitive deliverables
Ability to manage in a dynamic environment with changing priorities
Good team player and excellent interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated hourly range for a new hire into this position is $35.00/hr to $39.00/hr which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
Work Authorization: Visa will not sponsor applicants for work visas in connection with this position. Future sponsorship will not be considered.
Information for US Applicants
Work Hours
Varies upon the needs of the department.
Travel Requirements
This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.
Mental/Physical Requirements
This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.
Visa is an EEO Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protect veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.See All 23 Finance Intern Jobs in California
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in finance intern jobs across California.
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in finance, accounting, or economics
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including financial modeling, pivot tables, and data analysis
- Familiarity with financial statements, accounting principles, and basic valuation methods
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with attention to detail in data-heavy tasks
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings to teams
- Prior coursework or project experience in corporate finance, investments, or financial reporting
Finance Intern Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a finance intern in California?
Most finance intern roles in California require active enrollment in a finance, accounting, economics, or business degree program at an accredited California university or college. No state-issued license is required for internship-level work, but candidates who have passed the SIE exam or completed CFA Level I prep coursework stand out with California investment firms. Many California employers also look for students affiliated with programs at UC Berkeley, UCLA, or USC through on-campus recruiting channels.
Which companies hire finance interns in California?
Companies currently hiring finance interns in California include AMD, Henkel, and Highgate, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's mix of global financial institutions, Big Four accounting firms, and Bay Area fintech and venture capital firms means internship opportunities exist across a wider range of employer types than in most other states.
Which California cities have the most finance intern jobs?
The California cities with the most finance intern openings are Santa Clara, Foster City, and Culver City. San Francisco and Los Angeles dominate because they anchor California's venture capital, investment banking, and corporate finance ecosystems, while San Diego draws interns through its biotech, defense, and regional banking sectors, and smaller suburban postings in cities like Irvine and Walnut Creek follow the presence of large employer headquarters and asset management offices.
Are there remote finance intern jobs in California?
Yes, and more than many early-career roles, since finance intern work is largely analytical and desk-based. About 88% of finance intern openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting a meaningful share of flexible arrangements. The most remote-friendly assignments tend to be in financial modeling, reporting, and data analysis, while roles involving trading floor exposure, in-person client contact, or hands-on audit work are almost always on-site.
How can I get hired as a finance intern in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to formal summer internship programs run by California's large financial institutions, such as the analyst development programs at Wells Fargo's San Francisco or Los Angeles offices or the campus recruiting pipelines at Deloitte and KPMG's California practices. Completing a relevant finance or accounting course, building a simple discounted cash flow model as a portfolio piece, and passing the SIE exam before applying all give candidates a concrete edge. Adjacent roles like accounts payable assistant or financial analyst assistant at California credit unions and regional banks also serve as practical stepping stones.
Where can I find and apply to finance intern jobs in California?
You can find and apply to finance intern jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings in one place. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and availability, and apply directly through each listing. No profile creation is required to view or apply to the positions shown.
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