Strategic Finance & Analytics Intern (MBA Summer 2026)

Strategic Finance & Analytics Intern (MBA Summer 2026)

About Airbnb

Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home. Since then, it has grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way.

The Community You Will Join: Finance Organization

Airbnb is seeking MBA students to join the Finance organization as Strategic Finance & Analytics Interns for our 2026 Summer Intern Program. At Airbnb, we believe finance is about more than numbers — it’s about enabling strategy, growth, and connection across the business. Our Strategic Finance & Analytics (SFA) team partners with leaders across Airbnb to bring data-driven insights to life.

The broader Finance organization at Airbnb consists of distinct groups working on a diverse array of initiatives such as long-term strategic and financial planning, capital raising, financial and tax reporting, supplier management, construction of our office spaces, and more.

A Typical Day & The Impact You Will Make:

As an intern, you’ll get first-hand experience on what it is like to be a Strategic Finance & Analytics Partner at Airbnb. You’ll be integrated into a team where you’ll contribute to challenging projects. Your manager, team, and our incredible employee community will strive to be superhosts to you during the summer, providing support, mentorship, and real-world experience.

You can expect to:

• Team up with colleagues from a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
• Communicate with stakeholders, providing regular updates and insights.
• Seek and offer feedback in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.
• Participate in team meetings, learning sessions, and community events.
• Share your ideas—your unique perspective is valued and welcomed!
• Analyze complex business problems and issues using data to provide insight to decision-makers.
• Identify and interpret trends and patterns based on business data and market knowledge.
• Construct and present forecasts, recommendations, and strategic/tactical plans to stakeholders and leaders.
• Create specifications for reports and analysis based on business needs and required or available data elements.

The exact project you work on during your internship will be dependent on the team you are placed in. You’ll have the opportunity to learn more about the work during the interview process.

Your Expertise:

We’re excited to engage with first-year MBA students (graduating Spring 2027) who are enrolled full-time at nationally-accredited U.S. business schools and bring the following skills and background:

• 3–5 years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas: financial planning & analysis, corporate development, management consulting, private equity, investment banking, or business operations.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills; ability to define and execute projects independently with limited guidance and unclear scope.
• Strong relationship-building skills with various internal and external stakeholders within and outside of finance.
• Clear, persuasive communicator (written and verbal), comfortable presenting to senior leaders up to the executive level (e.g., Chief Financial Officer, VP of Finance, etc.).
• Robust quantitative abilities with a knack for analyzing complex data, distilling insights, and providing actionable business recommendations.
• Experience with the following skills and tools: SQL, financial modeling, data analysis and visualization (Tableau or similar tools).
• Proficiency in time management and organization; adaptability in fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrated interest in high-growth, technology, and/or hospitality companies.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred But Not Required:

• Ability to conduct in-depth industry research and due diligence.

Your Location:

This position is US – Remote Eligible. The role may include occasional work at an Airbnb office or attendance at offsites, as agreed to with your manager. While the position is Remote Eligible, you must live in a state where Airbnb, Inc. has a registered entity. Click here for the up-to-date list of excluded states. This list is continuously evolving, so please check back with us if the state you live in is on the exclusion list. If your position is employed by another Airbnb entity, your recruiter will inform you what states you are eligible to work from.

How To Apply:

In addition to a resume, please submit a cover letter that addresses the following:

• Why Airbnb?
• Why you are interested in Strategic Finance & Analytics?
• How this internship aligns with your long-term career goals?
• How your background meets the expertise requirements listed above?

Deadline to apply: Sunday, January 25th at 11:59 pm PST

Our Commitment To Inclusion & Belonging:

Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

We strive to also provide a disability inclusive application and interview process. If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in order to submit an application, please contact us at: reasonableaccommodations@airbnb.com. Please include your full name, the role you’re applying for and the accommodation necessary to assist you with the recruiting process. We ask that you only reach out to us if you are a candidate whose disability prevents you from being able to complete our online application.

How We’ll Take Care Of You:

Our job titles may span more than one career or degree level. This role may also be eligible for benefits and Employee Travel Credits.

Currency: USD Pay rate: $48 per hour