Intern – Finance and Accounting

Job Description

2027 Summer Intern, Accounting (Reston, VA) | ICF

The Tone:
This is a full-time internship at ICF, located in Reston, VA. ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider that combines unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. They are committed to building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive, fostering an environment where employees are empowered to share expertise and collaborate. In this role, the intern will gain a broad overview of various finance and accounting functions, directly assisting the team with day-to-day assignments and projects, and contributing to the timely completion of critical SOX control deliverables, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, Reston, VA
• Pay: $37855–$64354 yearly
• Mission: This intern will gain a broad overview of finance and accounting functions while assisting the team with day-to-day assignments and projects, and contributing to the timely completion of SOX control deliverables.
• Tech Stack: Excel, PowerPoint

What You’ll Actually Do
• Observe and Assist: Gain a broad overview of various finance and accounting functions by observing and assisting others complete day-to-day assignments and projects, as assigned.
• Ensure Deliverables: Assist the team in ensuring standing quarterly deliverables (in support of the various key and operational SOX controls) are completed in time for the scheduled SEC filing date.
• Identify Improvements: Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance efficiency through automation or best practices.
• Complete Projects: Complete other projects and initiatives, as assigned.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Undergraduate student currently pursuing a degree, with at least 30 credit hours completed by the internship start date in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Information Systems, or Business Administration.
• Experience: Demonstrated ability to work effectively in team settings, understanding individual responsibilities, and clearly communicating progress to teammates and supervisors.
• Skills:
• Strong analytical, detail-oriented, and highly organized capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Comfortable adapting to a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous work environment.