Nationwide Controllership Internship

Job Description

2027 Controllership Winter/Spring Co-op | Nationwide

The Tone:
This is a co-op position at Nationwide, located remotely or in a hybrid setting across the lower 48 U.S. states. Nationwide is a Fortune 100 company in financial services and insurance with nearly $70 billion in annual sales. This role offers accounting students an opportunity to launch their career by gaining hands-on experience and applying classroom knowledge in a real-world corporate environment. You will gain exposure to the inner workings of a leading financial services and insurance company while making a real impact.

The TL;DR
• Role: Co-op
• Type: Co-op
• Location: Remote or Hybrid (within lower 48 U.S. states)
• Pay: $23–$50 hourly
• Team: Part of the Finance Controllership Team, collaborating across Financial Reporting, Accounting Operations, Reinsurance Accounting, Financial Reporting Controls, Tax, and Customer & Project Support.
• Mission: Provide hands-on accounting experience to students, applying classroom knowledge to support Nationwide’s financial reporting, operations, and strategic objectives.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Project Leadership: Lead a self-directed continuous improvement project to enhance financial processes.
• Procedure Management: Review and update standard operating procedures to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Financial Reporting: Assist with financial reporting, prepare statutory accounting schedules, and support special projects.
• Accounting Operations: Reconcile balance sheets, audit expenses, and prepare escheat filings for compliance.
• Compliance & Risk: Manage risk and controls, including testing and reporting, and assist with tax return preparation and filing.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Currently enrolled as an accounting student seeking hands-on experience.
• Experience: Seeking practical experience in a corporate accounting environment, applying classroom knowledge.
• Skills: Foundational understanding of financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliation, process optimization, risk management, and tax preparation.
• Bonus: Demonstrated curiosity, a driven approach, and collaborative work ethic.