Accounting & Finance Intern

The Accounting & Finance Intern directly assists the Controller and Accounting team with a range of projects related to account reconciliation, invoicing, payroll entries and more. Will also provide similar support as needed for the Legal Defense Fund. This internship is designed to be both educational and practical to provide an intern the opportunity to gain valuable on-the-job training within a professional non-profit setting.

Responsibilities: Data-entry of invoices into the financial system Printing and mailing of checks Processes employee reimbursements Maintains and updates W9 vendor information & 1099s Filing monthly accounting paperwork Audit support Budget Data Entry Support Assist with other administrative tasks and special projects as needed Qualifications: Current undergraduate or graduate student majoring in accounting, finance, or similar program Demonstrated interest and experience in finance & accounting Intermediate Excel experience to create and maintain accounting spreadsheets Familiarity with QuickBooks, understands T-Accounts Possess a high degree of discretion dealing with confidential information Must be motivated, organized, and possess good communication skills Requirements: Must be currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student. Must be willing to work 10 hours per week around intern’s schedule during the academic year. The CAIR internship and externship program As an organization, we believe that the best way to secure a better future for all of us is to empower young Americans with the skills they need to make a difference.

There is no better teacher than experience. Interns at CAIR’s National Headquarters in Washington DC work on substantive projects that lay the foundation for a fair and more inclusive America. They develop professional skills, gain insight into the societal impact of public service, and can work with our departments so they might holistically understand the daily operations of a non-profit civil rights organization. *Note* CAIR National recruits and accepts applicants with the understanding that positions are conducted on a hybrid modality, as the National office is still working on a mostly remote basis.

All applicants are considered equally whether you will be physically in Washington DC or not.

Why join CAIR? CAIR has a wide array of projects and activities to suit your level of expertise and will empower you to make a difference! Opportunities are available throughout the year for all students to apply–full-time or part-time, undergraduate or graduate, and all majors.

Interns can earn academic credit or community service hours, or simply enrich their experience and insight to advocacy and civil rights efforts. Application guidelines: To be considered a complete application must be emailed to [email protected], and include all of the following: An application form, signed and dated with all spaces completed with the most updated information and truthful responses. A cover letter that specifies the position(s) and session (i.e., winter-spring, summer, or fall) you are applying for, as well as your interests and qualifications.

Applicants must clearly indicate which internship position(s) they are applying for in the cover letter. Applicants are welcome to apply for more than one department if they wish, please indicate your preference by ranking by number (1 being top priority) via the boxes on the Application Form linked above A resume that lists your most relevant and updated profile and contact information; and Writing Sample: This could be a drafted legal document, press release, blog, or previously submitted essay or writing assignment you’ve written that connects to civil rights and advocacy issues as they pertain to CAIR’s scope. We just want something that best exemplifies your writing and/or analytical skills.

If none of the above are available, an original academic essay will also be considered. [maximum length: 5 pages; if longer, please select an excerpt]. If you are a student, a course schedule for the most current academic period (only applicable for Fall and Spring session) Letters of recommendation are welcome but not necessary. Writers are welcome to submit directly via email or have them sent by the applicant with their other materials.

All interns are subject to the applicable CAIR employee rules. All interns are subject to a criminal background check. Academic credit and community service hours Interns may receive academic credit or community service hours if arrangements are made between CAIR and the intern’s school.

It is the student’s responsibility to research the requirements, work with the supervising director to tailor the internship, and ensure that appropriate forms are completed if they wish to receive academic credits from their respective institutions. Stipend CAIR National offers a $1,500/semester stipend during the Summer session to offset housing & living costs. Unfortunately we are unable to offer this during the Spring & Fall at this time.

No other financial compensation is offered at this time, although we are always happy to assist with securing funding through your academic institution or other third party programs. Timeline and minimum expectations CAIR’s internship program is open throughout the year and we accept applications on a rolling basis. We consider and accept applications as soon as they are submitted, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Considering academic calendars, each session generally runs between the following months, though this may be adjusted depending on your availability: Winter/Spring: January – May (Suggested application deadline: December 1) Summer: May – August (Hard application deadline: April 1) Fall: September – December (Suggested application deadline: August 1) Due to the high volume of applicants, particul