Accounting Intern – Summer 2026

About Monteith Construction

As a leading commercial construction company serving the Carolinas, Monteith Construction is dedicated to building exceptional buildings in a way that truly thrills our partners. We firmly believe that delivering outstanding projects, whether they be schools, hospitals, health centers, offices, or airports, requires truly exceptional people. We understand the significant impact of what we build within our communities and are committed to excellence in every endeavor.

About the Monteith Intern Program

Our 2026 Summer Internship Program is designed to offer a realistic and immersive view into the world of commercial construction at Monteith Construction. While the program encompasses various operations roles, this specific internship offers hands-on experience working closely with our dedicated Accounting team.

Interns will gain exposure to a diverse range of projects, varying in scope and contract amounts, and will have the invaluable opportunity to work alongside industry leaders from across our organization. This particular role is based in Wilmington, NC, and provides the unique opportunity to continue working part-time through the end of the fall semester.

What You’ll Do At Monteith (Wilmington, NC)

Spend your summer gaining practical, real-world experience with our Accounting team. Your responsibilities and learning opportunities will include, but are not limited to:

• Observe and participate in monthly financial project costing meetings, understanding the critical discussions around project finances.
• Help to administer and control General Conditions costs, including reviewing purchase orders and checking requests for accuracy and compliance.
• Assist the Accounting team in maintaining essential accounts with utility providers for various project teams.
• Interact directly with trade partners and vendors, addressing both technical and contractual matters to ensure smooth project operations.
• Analyze the revenue and profitability of individual construction projects, gaining insight into financial performance.
• Collaborate with the project team and project accountant to manage overall project costs effectively, ensuring alignment with the established budget.
• Assist in processing trade partner payables and help to manage accounts receivable processes.
• Support project teams with crucial monthly job cost analysis and forecasts.
• Gain a valuable general overview of critical departmental processes including Scheduling, VDC (Virtual Design and Construction), Accounting, Marketing, Business Development, Preconstruction, and Estimating.

Experience You Should Have

• Must currently be enrolled in an accredited college or university and seeking a degree in Accounting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability and willingness to continue to work part-time throughout the fall semester.
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both verbally and in writing, with diverse stakeholders.

Required To Thrill At Monteith (Our Core Values)

We are looking for individuals who embody our core values:

• No Brilliant Jerks. We value collaboration and teamwork above individual ego.
• We Trust Your Good Judgment. We empower our team to make smart decisions, guided by best practices.
• It Can Be Done. We foster a spirit where possibility meets determination, always seeking solutions.
• Panic Slowly. We believe there is a solution to every problem, and a calm, methodical approach is key.
• Momentum. We strive for sustained, positive forward movement in all our endeavors.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Monteith Construction recognizes that diverse companies are better companies. We understand that equity, inclusion, and diversity are fundamental drivers of innovation and success. We are committed to fostering an environment where anyone, from any background, feels empowered to do their best work. All forms of diversity are valued and valuable at Monteith Construction.

Compensation

The pay range for this role is $17.50 USD per hour (Monteith Wilmington).