Finance Intern

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm.  We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration.  Together we can achieve great things

Success at SOM Means 

• Ideas:  We believe in a meritocracy of ideas.  We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm.  
• Knowledge:  We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning.  We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge. 
• Product:  We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work. 
• Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work.  Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.
• Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration.  A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential. 
• Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.

SOM's Summer Internship Program will run from June 7, 2027 until August 13, 2027.

Position Responsibilities

• Learn the different functions within finance / accounting team
• Document and record procedures within finance/accounting
• Prepare billings, cash receipts and other basic accounting entries in our ERP with supervision
• Research vendor inquiries or issues in a timely manner and maintain documentation.
• Assist with electronic file organization as required
• Update Resource Plans as required
• Research Employee Expense report  and Travel applications
• Document procedures and processes upon request and interview team members
• Perform other duties or research requests as assigned
   

Minimum Qualifications

• Majoring in Accounting, Finance, Management or Business Administration
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite (specifically Excel Google slides and Google sheets)
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to interact professionally with vendors, clients, and internal teams to constructively resolve issues and resolve problems.
• Excellent problem-solving and resolution skills

Reminders

• Applicants who do not submit resumes will not be reviewed.
• Application deadline is January 18, 2027.

Compensation for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $25/per hour to $27/per hour.