Accounting, Finance, & Operations Intern

Overview

The International Center is a catalyst to inform, convene and connect public, private and civic global objectives in Indiana.

Internship Roles

• Accounting, Finance, & Operations Intern

Principal Responsibilities

• Develop/document goals with your supervisor
• Attend weekly intern meetings featuring special guest speakers & customized career programming
• Represent The International Center at naturalization ceremonies and other city-wide events
• Support The International Center's virtual programming and development initiatives
• Provide research support for special projects and ongoing programs
• Assist The International Center with fundraising and special events
• Serve as an organizational ambassador in recruiting future interns and volunteers

Preferred Qualifications

• Interpersonal skills
• Writing skills
• Research aptitude and/or skills
• Organizational & Time Management skill
• Willing to be versatile and flexible, with a self-starter work ethic
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with staff members, volunteers, and external stakeholders
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Cultural Awareness

Eligibility

Students at colleges and universities from anywhere in the state, country, or world may apply. Interns must be able to work at our physical location. Students must arrange their own travel and accommodation for the duration of their internship. The Center also accepts internship applications from recent college graduates.

Pay

Interns are paid $15/hour, plus $80 monthly parking stipend.

Schedule

The Center's office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Interns work an average of 20 hours per week during the fall and spring terms, and an average of 30 hours per week during the summer term.

Dress Code

Yes. Our office dresses business professional as it is common for us to host meetings with business, government and international leaders.

Weekly Intern Program and Opportunities

• Weekly Intern Program covering international protocol, board governance, community outreach, non-profit fundraising, interviewing and mentoring, social media, intro to business operations, etc.
• Attend a U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana Naturalization Ceremony
• Participate in the hiring process for the next intern cohort
• Host a lunch meeting for the Board Chair
• Present the results of a project you completed, to staff or board committee
• Staff outing in the community, such as the Indianapolis Motor Speedway
• Attend a Citizen of the Year Awards Gala, Indiana Economic Development speaker luncheon, or Mandela Fellows reception

Application

You may apply for an internship via The International Center's website. The Center reviews applications on a rolling basis; once a role is filled, the application will close.

Hiring Timeline

• Spring (January-May): Application opens September 1; orientation mid-January
• Summer (May-August): Application opens February 1; orientation mid-May
• Fall (August-December): Application opens June 1; orientation mid-August