Strategic Finance & Business Operations Intern

Job Description

About the Job: Strategic Finance & Business Operations Intern

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Who We Are: Verkada

Verkada is at the forefront of transforming organizational protection, leveraging an integrated, AI-powered platform. As a leader in cloud physical security, Verkada empowers organizations to enhance safety and efficiency through a unified software platform that encompasses:

• Video security
• Access control
• Air quality sensors
• Alarms
• Intercoms
• Visitor management

Trusted by over 30,000 organizations worldwide, including more than 100 companies in the Fortune 500, Verkada serves as their critical physical security layer. Our platform facilitates easier management, intelligent control, and scalable deployments. Since our founding in 2016, Verkada has experienced rapid expansion, now boasting 15 offices and a team of 2,200+ full-time employees.

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About The Role: Strategic Finance & Business Operations Intern

This is a compelling opportunity to contribute to the foundational development of the Strategic Finance & Business Operations function at a high-growth, pre-IPO company. The intern will assume a critical cross-functional partnering role, acting as a trusted advisor to various teams. Key responsibilities include:

• Driving business insights
• Enhancing decision-making rigor
• Fostering operational excellence

The role is instrumental in helping Verkada achieve the next level of scale and operating sophistication. We are seeking talented generalists who can effectively engage at the most senior levels while maintaining a meticulous attention to detail.

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What You’ll Do: Key Responsibilities

As a Strategic Finance & Business Operations Intern, you will drive cross-functional projects across various departments including Go-to-Market, Product, Supply Chain, and Operations. You should anticipate tackling 2-3 significant projects over the course of the internship, which may include:

• Building comprehensive business cases for new initiatives.
• Improving our forecasting capabilities and refining strategic / financial planning processes.
• Defining key metrics and establishing dashboards to enhance business visibility.
• Solving complex operational issues across the organization.

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What You Bring: Qualifications & Skills

• Currently enrolled in a full-time MBA program, with an anticipated graduation in 2027.
• Ability to work at Verkada HQ (San Mateo, CA) for the Summer 2026 internship period.
• 2-5+ years of top-tier professional experience in roles such as Strategic Finance, Business Operations, Private Equity, Investment Banking, or other highly analytical capacities at fast-growing startups.
• Possesses high analytical horsepower paired with strong financial modeling skills. You can effortlessly translate business concepts into well-structured spreadsheet models and are eager to learn new analytical tools and generate insights from data.
• Demonstrates high attention to detail combined with strong strategic instincts. You are meticulous in ensuring precision and accuracy in all outputs, yet possess a strong sense for the 80/20 rule, understanding what passes the “smell test” and distinguishing critical from secondary elements.
• Embodies a growth mindset and is comfortable with ambiguity. You thrive in a fast-paced startup environment, capable of creating structure out of undefined situations, managing competing priorities, and pivoting quickly when circumstances change.
• Exhibits excellent communication and partnership skills. You can effectively engage with a diverse array of stakeholders, from sales representatives to engineers, building the credibility and relationships necessary to balance collaborative partnership with constructive challenge. Fantastic written and verbal communication skills are a must.
• A true team player with a low “ego to smarts ratio”. You bring a positive, “learn-it-all” (not “know-it-all”) energy to your teams and are known for being a pleasure to work with.

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US Intern Benefits: Supporting Your Success

At Verkada, we are dedicated to supporting the health, well-being, and personal growth of our interns. Our comprehensive benefits and perks are designed to provide a balanced and rewarding internship experience. Highlights include:

• Monthly housing stipend (in addition to your hourly wage).
• Roundtrip flights to and from our San Mateo HQ.
• Daily lunch, complimentary barista-made drinks, and fully stocked snacks.
• Intern-exclusive events and mixers for networking and community building.
• After 90 days of active employment, interns are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% of employee premiums covered under at least one medical plan, 80% of dependent premiums).
• Time off to rest and recharge through personal sick time and volunteer time off to support causes you care about.

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Additional Information

• You must be independently authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at this time.

Pay Disclosure

Verkada is committed to attracting and retaining top talent with competitive compensation. Starting pay is determined by factors such as primary work location, candidate skills, experience, market demands, and internal parity. The actual starting base pay may vary above or below the estimated range. Base pay is one component of Verkada’s total rewards package, which may also include sales incentives, discretionary bonuses, and/or equity (Restricted Stock Units – RSUs) for eligible roles.

Estimated Hourly Pay Range: $62.50—$86 USD

Verkada Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

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