Intern - Financial Planning & Analysis - Minneapolis, United States - Strategic Education

Description

Internships provide on-the-job training for students in their field of study. Internship will be part-time over the summer. Students should be going into their junior or senior year of college.


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

Assist in preparing financial models and forecasts.
Analyze financial data to provide insight.
Support budgeting processes.
Participate in departmental and cross-functional meetings.
Other functions and duties as assigned.

Education

Current undergraduate college student pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or related degree.

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.


Other:
Must be able to travel occasionally should a business need arise. For most roles travel would not be common. Travel may involve plane, car or metro. In accordance with ADA policies, reasonable accommodations regarding travel limitations can be provided. Travel will be more common for roles such as Account Executives %), senior leaders %) or Capella Core Faculty %).

Ability to work onsite in Corporate or Campus location (in a typical office environment) may be required based on role.

If so, this would include being mobile within the office, including movement from floor-to-floor using elevators or stairs.

If offsite or hybrid role, must have access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.

Faculty and Federal Work Study roles require access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including computer, privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.

This role may require lifting, however reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with our ADA policies.

Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem solving aspects aligned to job duties, as well as effectively communicating with co-workers.

Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant. Accommodations related to schedule may be considered.
Able to access information using a computer.
Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.
SEI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive community. 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 and benefits package.

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.
$ $ Hourly

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at

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