Finance Intern

Purpose or General Objective: The Finance Intern will gain hands-on experience in both Financial Coaching services and Corporate Finance operations. The majority of time will be spent supporting Financial Coaching activities within Mission Services, helping individuals improve financial stability and achieve personal financial goals. One day per week, the intern will work at Corporate Headquarters to learn about nonprofit finance functions, including budgeting, accounting, reporting, and financial operations. This is a temporary full-time internship designed to provide practical experience.

Essential Duties:

Financial Coaching Support

• Assist Financial Coaches with client support activities and program administration.
• Help clients access financial education resources and tools.
• Support financial literacy workshops and community outreach efforts.
• Assist with data entry, tracking client outcomes, and maintaining records.
• Observe and learn financial coaching techniques and best practices.

Corporate Finance Exposure

• Shadow finance team members to gain an understanding of nonprofit financial operations.
• Assist with basic administrative and finance-related projects.
• Learn about budgeting, accounts payable, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Support special projects as assigned by the finance department.

Learning Objectives

• Develop an understanding of personal financial coaching and financial literacy programs.
• Gain exposure to nonprofit accounting and finance functions.
• Strengthen analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Learn how financial operations support mission-driven organizations.

Qualifications

• Current college student pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• Interest in personal finance, financial education, or nonprofit finance.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Work Schedule

• Full-time temporary internship.
• Majority of work performed within Mission Services. One day per week is assigned to Corporate Headquarters for Finance Department learning and development opportunities. Schedule may vary depending on the needs of each area.