Financial Analyst Intern Internships
Financial analyst intern internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience in financial modeling and data analysis, mentorship from working financial analysts, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Leading openings cover Aerospace & Defense and Technology & Software, with Dnata, MAHLE, and Joby Aviation among the employers posting roles now.
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See related jobsOn the ground, dnata USA keeps 27 of the country’s major airports connected – both with each other and the world - including John F. Kennedy Airport in New York City. Handling 200,000 tonnes of cargo, guiding 15,000,000 passengers and keeping 50,000 flights in the air each year, the work that the dnata USA team complete on the ground is crucial to keeping the country in the air.
The Financial Analyst Intern supports the Finance and Accounting team through structured rotations across key functional areas, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Cash Management, Payroll, General Accounting, Fixed Assets, Tax, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). This internship provides hands-on exposure to core financial operations, reporting, and analytical processes while developing a strong foundation in accounting principles, internal controls, and financial analysis. The intern will assist with daily operational tasks, month-end close activities, reporting requirements, and ad hoc financial projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with invoice generation, customer billing, and application of cash receipts
- Monitor aging reports and support collections follow-ups
- Process vendor invoices and ensure proper coding and approvals
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
- Support treasury documentation and reporting requirements
- Assist with payroll reconciliations and reporting
- Support month-end and year-end close processes
- Maintain accurate documentation and audit-ready workpapers
- Assist with asset capitalization and depreciation calculations
- Support periodic physical inventory verification
- Assist with preparation of tax schedules and supporting documentation
- Conduct research on basic tax-related matters as assigned
- Assist in preparing variance analysis and management reports
- Contribute to financial modeling and data analysis projects
- Analyze financial data to identify trends or discrepancies
- Support special projects, audits, system implementations, and cross-functional initiatives as needed
- Other duties as assigned and related to our Finance Department needs.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- Strategic Thinking
- Business Acumen
- Financial Modeling
- Managing projects, planning, prioritizing
- Results Driven
- Problem Solving/Analysis
- Sound knowledge of financial accounting includes preparation of accruals, prepayments, and financial statements
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, provided such accommodation does not create undue hardship for the Company.
On the ground, dnata USA keeps 27 of the country’s major airports connected – both with each other and the world - including John F. Kennedy Airport in New York City. Handling 200,000 tonnes of cargo, guiding 15,000,000 passengers and keeping 50,000 flights in the air each year, the work that the dnata USA team complete on the ground is crucial to keeping the country in the air.
The Financial Analyst Intern supports the Finance and Accounting team through structured rotations across key functional areas, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Cash Management, Payroll, General Accounting, Fixed Assets, Tax, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). This internship provides hands-on exposure to core financial operations, reporting, and analytical processes while developing a strong foundation in accounting principles, internal controls, and financial analysis. The intern will assist with daily operational tasks, month-end close activities, reporting requirements, and ad hoc financial projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with invoice generation, customer billing, and application of cash receipts
- Monitor aging reports and support collections follow-ups
- Process vendor invoices and ensure proper coding and approvals
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
- Support treasury documentation and reporting requirements
- Assist with payroll reconciliations and reporting
- Support month-end and year-end close processes
- Maintain accurate documentation and audit-ready workpapers
- Assist with asset capitalization and depreciation calculations
- Support periodic physical inventory verification
- Assist with preparation of tax schedules and supporting documentation
- Conduct research on basic tax-related matters as assigned
- Assist in preparing variance analysis and management reports
- Contribute to financial modeling and data analysis projects
- Analyze financial data to identify trends or discrepancies
- Support special projects, audits, system implementations, and cross-functional initiatives as needed
- Other duties as assigned and related to our Finance Department needs.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- Strategic Thinking
- Business Acumen
- Financial Modeling
- Managing projects, planning, prioritizing
- Results Driven
- Problem Solving/Analysis
- Sound knowledge of financial accounting includes preparation of accruals, prepayments, and financial statements
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, provided such accommodation does not create undue hardship for the Company.
Financial Analyst Intern Internship Market
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Tips for Your Financial Analyst Intern Internship Search
Apply before recruiting windows close
Large banks, asset managers, and Fortune 500 finance teams open summer internship applications the preceding fall, often closing before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings as soon as the new academic year begins and submit applications the week a role opens rather than near the deadline.
Build a project portfolio recruiters can open
Financial analyst intern recruiters expect limited work history and look for demonstrated skill instead. Document two or three projects, such as a discounted cash flow model, a comparable company analysis, or a budget variance report, with your inputs, outputs, and methodology visible in a linked spreadsheet or repository. Named tools and real outputs give screeners something concrete to assess.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and your professors and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside that campus activity so you're reaching openings that never appear at fairs.
Practice your technical screen out loud before you apply
Financial analyst intern interviews typically include a technical or case component, such as walking through a valuation, interpreting a financial statement, or building a simple model under time pressure. Practice explaining your reasoning aloud, not just producing the answer, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as your final output.
Target structured rotational and university programs early
Many large financial institutions and corporations run dedicated rotational or university finance internship programs built to train candidates new to the field. These programs recruit on fixed timelines that often start in the fall, fill their cohorts quickly, and are competitive. Identify the programs that recruit from your school or degree type and apply in their first recruiting wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 50% of the financial analyst intern internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before sorting through listings, then filter by location and work type so you spend your time on roles you can actually take. On Migrate Mate, the work-type filter is on the search page and updates with live listings.
Financial Analyst Intern Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a financial analyst intern internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio that includes documented financial models, valuation exercises, or data analyses with your methodology visible, giving recruiters something concrete to assess. Apply directly to companies and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a financial analyst intern 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 financial analyst intern candidates is the quality of your project work, whether the team has open headcount, and how early the employer runs its return-offer process. Perform well on real deliverables and express interest early, but line up other options so you're not counting on one outcome.
When should I apply for financial analyst intern internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, including banks, asset managers, and corporate finance teams, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with some programs closing before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly and apply as soon as a role opens rather than waiting until the deadline.
Are financial analyst intern internships paid?
Most professional financial analyst intern internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Internships at large financial institutions and Fortune 500 corporate finance teams tend to offer the most competitive packages, while smaller firms and nonprofits vary more widely.
What should a financial analyst intern internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history: name the tools you used, the problem you analyzed, and where the work is visible, such as a linked spreadsheet model, published analysis, or GitHub repository with valuation or forecasting files. Add relevant coursework in accounting, corporate finance, or statistics, and keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote financial analyst intern internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 50% of the financial analyst intern internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants from across the country, so apply early once you find a role that fits. Filter by work type to see only the format you can commit to before sorting through the full list.
What is a rotational finance internship program?
Rotational finance internship programs place interns across two or more business units, such as financial planning and analysis, treasury, and corporate accounting, over a single summer or semester. They're designed for people new to the field and are common at large corporations and financial institutions. These programs recruit early, fill quickly, and are competitive, so identify which ones target your school and apply in the first wave.
Can international students get financial analyst intern 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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