Operations, Finance, and Accounting Intern
[Note: This position is for current undergraduate and graduate students only. This paid intern position must report in-person to either our Washington, DC office]
Applications for this position must be submitted no later than February 14, 2026.
Join a growing, woman-owned business in the AEC field and advance your career! Foursquare ITP is seeking a qualified, motivated, and passionate candidate for a Business Administration, Finance, and Accounting internship at either the undergraduate or graduate level. This position will provide hands-on experience and exposure to a wide range of financial, accounting, and operational tasks within our organization, and provide insight into the internal functions of a growing company.
This internship offers experience focused on the following areas:
- Internal operations of a small business.
- Administrative process evaluation and implementation.
- Financial reporting and projecting.
- Compliance with the accounting rules and regulations for government entities.
- Audit preparation.
You may also request assignments in a Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting area not listed above.
Foursquare ITP’s work is centered on our four core values, and we are looking for someone who lives these every day:
Passion for the Profession
Our success is rooted in our belief in and passion for our work, meeting all challenges with the appropriate set of skills, knowledge, and the desire to do our best.
Dedication to Our Clients
We approach our clients with integrity, open communication, and collaboration to ensure that their needs are being met. Each client receives the personal attention, respect, and high-quality work for which we are known.
Investment in Each Other
We respect all team members professionally and personally. We focus on continuous professional growth and improvement and promote a healthy balance between work and outside endeavors.
Positive Outlook
Our team is driven by a can-do spirit and a strong work ethic, applying our adaptability and resourcefulness to every task. We truly enjoy our work and bring a positive attitude that is evident in everything we do.
Role
The selected candidate will participate in finance, accounting, and administrative work as part of a team and will be responsible for tasks such as (under the supervision and guidance of other staff):
- Developing and applying a variety of methods for financial modeling and analysis.
- Gathering and organizing FAR and R&D audit materials.
- Visualizing and communicating financial analyses.
- Contributing to operations team discussions.
Our intern coordinators will match candidates with projects based on experience, interest, and skills. Interns will also complete internal training modules immediately relevant to their position.
Additionally, interns will participate in coffee chats or shadow our Chief Financial Officer, Contracts Specialist, Director of Marketing, and other staff on the Internal Operations team.
Required Skills and Experience
In addition to having the appropriate training and skills, you must be an innovative, motivated, self-starter who is passionate about small businesses, entrepreneurship, and/or government accounting.
Requirements vary by level for undergraduate and graduate applicants. Undergraduate students must be within two years of degree completion (i.e., no later than May/June 2028). All applicants must be enrolled in an accredited college or university, taking at least one class in the Spring 2026 semester/quarter. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and possess unrestricted work authorization in the United States.
Additionally, the selected candidate must have:
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Completion of at least three (3) management, accounting, or finance courses.
- Knowledge of GAAP principles.
- Proven writing, research, and analysis capabilities.
Other desired, but not required, skills include:
- Experience using Unanet.
- Experience with Power BI.
- Experience with graphic design programs such as InDesign, Illustrator, SketchUp, Rhino.
The selected candidates for this position must be located within commuting distance of our DC office at 1441 L Street NW. Interns must be in-office at least two days per week (minimum of 16 hours and up to 25 hours per week).
Compensation
The compensation for this position is $20/hour for 16-25 hours per week.
Foursquare ITP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.