Accounting Intern II

Job Description

Accounting Intern – Houston, TX 2027 | Gilbane Building

The Tone:
This is an Accounting Intern II position at Gilbane Building, located in Houston, TX, scheduled for 2027. Gilbane, a prominent family-owned business with 45 offices, has been shaping communities through construction management since 1870, consistently recognized as a top-tier ENR Contractor. Committed to safety and timely project delivery, Gilbane builds a diverse range of projects including schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, and sports arenas. This highly rewarding internship offers extensive career growth by enabling you to assist office and/or project staff in an essential support role, contributing directly to the firm’s operational success and client satisfaction within a people-first culture. As part of a team committed to delivering projects safely and on-time, your contributions will support the reputation of one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, offering a clear path for professional development.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: In-person Houston, TX
• Mission: Assist office and/or project staff to support Gilbane’s operations, learn various specialties, and contribute to project success.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office

What You’ll Actually Do
• Support Operations: Provide essential assistance to both office and project staff within an office setting, playing a key role in the daily functioning of various departments.
• Broaden Knowledge: Engage in extensive learning experiences to understand the structure and contributions of Gilbane’s diverse support and operations teams.
• Discover Specialties: Explore a wide array of functional specialties, including specific insights into accounting practices, marketing strategies, human resources processes, estimating methodologies, and scheduling operations, among other essential duties.
• Safeguard Interests: Actively protect and promote the best interests of Gilbane Building and its clients in all project-related and administrative matters.
• Cultivate Leadership: Demonstrate and develop the personal characteristics of a nascent leader, preparing for future growth within the construction management field, by upholding core values such as integrity, caring, and teamwork.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled as a junior or senior in a relevant degree program for the department or team.
• Experience: No specific years required; prior exposure to the construction industry is considered a valuable advantage.
• Skills: Strong communication skills, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Bonus: Prior exposure to the construction industry.