Finance Intern

Job Description

Fall 2026 – Spring 2027 Finance Intern | The Chicago Community Trust

The Tone:
This is an internship at The Chicago Community Trust, located in Chicago, IL, with a hybrid work schedule. The Trust is an organization dedicated to philanthropy, community engagement, operations, and organizational strategy, overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, investment stewardship, and operational compliance. This role is crucial for students seeking to gain practical experience in nonprofit financial management and understand the foundational systems that support a large philanthropic institution’s mission.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time, Temporary/Seasonal (21 hours/week)
• Location: Hybrid – Chicago, IL
• Pay: $20 hourly
• Team: Finance team, reports to Senior Accountant
• Mission: This person supports the financial operations of a philanthropic institution, ensuring smooth budgeting, reporting, and compliance.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Reconciliations: Assist in the reconciliation of various bank and investment accounts.
• Administrative Support: Provide project and administrative support for grant payments and treasury functions.
• Audit Assistance: Support the finance team during year-end audit preparations.
• Team Engagement: Actively participate in team meetings and professional training sessions.
• Operational Tasks: Execute other financial or administrative duties as assigned to support department operations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled as a senior undergraduate or graduate student pursuing academic studies in business, finance, or accounting.
• Experience: No specific prior professional experience is required; candidates should be seeking hands-on exposure to nonprofit financial operations.
• Skills: Strong written and verbal communication, excellent organizational abilities, keen attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to teamwork.