International Finance & Accounting Intern

ABOUT UNITED WAY

United Way mobilizes communities around the world to close gaps and open opportunities so everyone can thrive. Through our global network spanning 37 countries and 1,100 communities, United Way connects partners, donors, volunteers, and community leaders to tackle the root causes of the world’s most complex challenges while making a positive impact in the lives of millions of people. Learn more at unitedway.org.

INTERN EXPERIENCE AT UNITED WAY WORLDWIDE

Interns at United Way Worldwide gain valuable learning and working experience at a leading nonprofit organization. Our goal is to make every intern who works with us learn about the area of work they believe they plan to pursue after graduation. We want each intern to feel included, valuable, and productive in the department in which they are assigned. In addition to the hands-on experience, you’ll receive working at the largest nonprofit in the world, you will be provided with weekly meetings led by subject matter experts and professional development workshops when available.

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS

The internship opportunities are open to current students attending a college or university. Applicants must be eligible to work within the United States and have all documentation at the time of their application. Internship schedules will generally be Mondays through Thursdays, off on Fridays. Please upload a copy of your transcript as part of your application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Intern position will sit in United Way Worldwide’s International Network team, whose overarching objective is to oversee the network of 34 international United Way organizations and their impact globally. The International Finance & Accounting intern will work with their International Finance lead on matters related to the financial reporting and financial analysis of United Way’s international network. The primary task of this intern position will be helping United Way Worldwide analyze existing financial data & processes and assist in the development of resources that will aid international United Way’s in their own financial resource stewardship. May also assist in other financial and international accounting matters as they arise.

PRIMARY PROJECTS

• Learning how to analyze international financial statements and the basics of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) for non-profit organizations
• International accounting process analysis
• Collecting and analyzing financial data related to the United Way network.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• The intern is expected to have a background and interest in finance, economics, accounting, business administration, or related fields, demonstrate exemplary skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint and will be relied upon to deliver quality, substantive work.
• The internship is open is open to current upper undergraduate or graduate-level students and recent graduates who are less than one year removed from the completion of their degree.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• International exposure and/or with multi-cultural groups.
• Second language proficiency

HELPFUL INFORMATION

• Weekly meetings and supplemental professional development workshops provided onsite
• Complete a learning plan according to school’s requirements for those receiving a grade
• Chance to meet and work with nonprofit subject matter experts and leaders at UWW
• Free coffee & tea onsite
• Free parking at United Way Worldwide’s parking garage
• Near Blue/Yellow Metro line (Braddock Metro Station) and then board Alexandria Free Dash bus that has stops directly across from our building

LOCATION

This internship takes place at the United Way Worldwide office at 701 N. Fairfax St., Alexandria, VA 22314.

TIME FRAME

Summer – June 1, 2026, to July 23, 2026

Pay Rate: $21.00 /hour-Undergraduate

$25.00 /hour-Graduate

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

United Way Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, veteran status, marital status, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please e-mail recruitment@uww.unitedway.org or call 703-836-7100 and provide the nature of your request and your contact information.

Thank you for your interest in an internship opportunity with United Way Worldwide. You will be contacted if your qualifications are a good match, and you are selected for an interview.