Internship- Finance (Core Accounting)

The CDC Foundation helps the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) save and improve lives by unleashing the power of collaboration between CDC, philanthropies, corporations, organizations and individuals to protect the health, safety and security of America and the world. The CDC Foundation is the go-to nonprofit authorized by Congress to mobilize philanthropic partners and private-sector resources to support CDC’s critical health protection mission. Since 1995, the CDC Foundation has raised over $1.9 billion and launched more than 1,300 programs impacting a variety of health threats from chronic disease conditions including cardiovascular disease and cancer, to infectious diseases like rotavirus and HIV, to emergency responses, including COVID-19 and Ebola. The CDC Foundation managed hundreds of programs in the United States and in more than 90 countries last year. Visit www.cdcfoundation.org for more information.  

The Core Accounting Intern is primarily responsible for gaining real world experience in accounting. Under the supervision of our staff the Intern will participate in the preparation of journal entries, financial reports, analyze financial data, use accounting software and assist with varied accounting activities.

• Work 20-30 hours/week during summer semester
• Be responsible for his or her assigned work schedule and report to the internship site at the agreed upon time(s)
• Meet with the Internship Liaison on a weekly basis to discuss project progress and internship goals
• Follow the CDC Foundation policies and procedures regarding dress code and professional behavior
• Inform the Internship Liaison of any problems that might occur in a timely and reasonable manner, including concerns regarding the lack of substantive work assignments
• Supply relevant forms and evaluations to the Internship Liaison to be completed and follow up to ensure timely submission

• Must be a recent graduate or actively working towards a Bachelor’s or Masters in Finance or Accounting.
• Satisfactory completion of introductory accounting or finance courses and a basic understanding of accounting and financial principles.
• Aptitude for math, proficiency with computers
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet and professional manner.
• Ability to work effectively with all staff and management, attention to detail, deadline driven and ability to work independently are essential characteristics of this position.

• Shadowing members of the Core Accounting team as they perform their duties.
• Assisting with research, filing, data entry, and recording and maintaining accurate and complete financial records.
• Learning how to work as a part of the Core Accounting team to compile and analyze data, track information, and support CDC Foundation.
• Working with accounting software.
• Other duties as assigned.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We comply with all applicable laws including E.O. 11246 and the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 governing employment practices and do not discriminate on the basis of any unlawful criteria in accordance with 41 C.F.R. §§ 60-300.5(a)(12) and 60-741.5(a)(7). As a federal government contractor, we take affirmative action on behalf of protected veterans.

The CDC Foundation is a smoke-free environment.

Relocation expenses are not included.