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Strategic Education Inc. is seeking Finance Interns for a summer internship program based in Minneapolis, MN. Interns will gain hands-on experience in financial planning, accounting, and internal audit while working with a corporate finance function.

Responsibilities: Intern Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, assisting in audit planning and execution, analyzing financial data, and supporting budgeting processes.

Skills: Required skills include strong analytical abilities, proficiency in Excel, communication skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving capabilities.

Qualifications: Candidates should be current undergraduate students pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fields, preferably graduating in Spring 2026.

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Compensation: $19 - $29 / Hourly

Finance Intern: Financial Planning and Analysis, Accounting, Internal Audit, Procurement

Job Description

** Applicants need to reside near Minneapolis, MN area **

Strategic Education Inc. is looking for a group of dynamic students to join our summer internship program to get hands-on experience, skills development, networking, and mentorship with a corporate finance function supporting an innovative publicly traded higher education company.

Responsibilities

Accounting Intern:

• The Accounting Intern practices their accounting knowledge and skills in a professional setting.
• Responsibilities may include:
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare accounting reports for management.
• Support internal controls documentation and compliance.

Internal Audit Interns:

• The Internal Audit Intern assists the internal audit team in evaluating and improving the organization’s processes, controls, and risk management.
• Responsibilities may include:
• Assist with audit planning and execution.
• Review financial records and operational procedures.
• Perform testing of internal controls and systems reviews.
• Document findings and recommendations.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Intern:

• The FP&A Intern supports financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Responsibilities may include:
• Assist in preparing financial models and forecasts.
• Analyze financial data to provide insights.
• Support budgeting processes.

Other functions and duties as assigned.

Education

• Current undergraduate college student pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or related degree, preferably with an expected graduation in Spring 2026.

Skills Required

• Analytical Skills - ability to dissect financial data, identify trends, interpret complex information, and make informed decisions.
• Financial Reporting - understand financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements) and is comfortable with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Attention to Detail - focus on detail when analyzing data, preparing reports, or reconciling accounts.
• Communication Skills - clearly write and verbally communicate to explain financial concepts, present findings, and collaborate with colleagues.
• Problem-Solving - think critically and propose effective solutions when encountering complex challenges.
• Excel Proficiency - skilled in manipulating data, creating pivot tables, using formulas and functions, and building financial models.
• Teamwork and Collaboration - works well with others, contribute to team goals, and communicate effectively.
• Adaptability - is open to change and willing to learn new tools, software, and industry trends.
• Time Management - ability to juggle multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines.
• Ethical Judgment - shows integrity and ethical judgment when handling sensitive information.

SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.

Careers - Our Benefits, Strategic Education, Inc

SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences, skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the pay range at SEI, we offer a competitive salary. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate may vary depending on multiple factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to discuss your interest in joining SEI. The expected salary range for this position is below.

$19.50 - $29.75 - Hourly

If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at Careers@strategiced.com.