Accounting & Finance - Intern
Riverside Research Institute • Fairfax, Virginia • Intern
Posted on Thu, May 7, 2026
Riverside Overview
Riverside Research is an independent National Security Nonprofit dedicated to research and development in the national interest. We provide high-end technical services, research and development, and prototype solutions to some of the country’s most challenging technical problems.All Riverside Research opportunities require U.S. Citizenship.
Position Overview
Riverside Research is seeking a motivated and high-performing college student to join our Finance & Accounting team for a Summer 2026 Internship. This opportunity is designed for rising juniors and seniors interested in pursuing a career in Accounting and Finance. As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting high-impact business initiatives, collaborate with experienced professionals, and develop foundational skills critical to long-term success in accounting & finance. This program offers meaningful exposure, professional development, and the opportunity to contribute to real business outcomes while building a strong foundation for your career.
Responsibilities
- Support accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Backup support to billing department.
- Present findings and collaboration with team members, supervisors, and business leaders through written reports and presentations.
- Purchase Order and vendor support
- Perform financial analysis, accounting, or project control tasks under the guidance of senior team members.
- Participate in cross-functional projects aimed at improving processes, tools, or areas of assignment.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a college or university pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum GPA of 3.5.
- Self-motivated and collaborative, with the ability to work effectively in teams.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear written reports and group presentations.
Global Comp
$25.00/hr- $35.00 This represents the typical compensation range for this position based on experience, location and other factors.Closing Statement
Riverside Research Institute is a not-for-profit, technology-oriented defense company, where service to our customers and support of our staff is our overall mission. Riverside is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Riverside offers comprehensive compensation and benefit packages to our employees.
Riverside bases its employment decisions solely on technical experience, qualifications and other job-related criteria related to our organizational purpose as a not-for-profit company, and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran’s status or any other status legally protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.