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Accounting Intern

Practising Law Institute, New York, NY, United States


Practising Law Institute (PLI) is a nonprofit organization that educates lawyers and professionals. We are looking for an Accounting Intern to join our Manhattan-based team for the summer.

Internship Program Summary
The internship starts on Monday, June 8 and ends on Monday, August 24. It is a paid position with a salary of $18 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

Refresh and organize the Accounting Manual to ensure it is clean, easy to follow, and user‑friendly

Use AI‑enabled tools and features to enhance documentation, workflows, and instructional content

Incorporate short videos, tutorials, and training materials from our SaaS vendors to complement written documentation

Collaborate with Accounting and Finance team members to understand current processes and identify opportunities for improvement

Test and refine documentation to ensure clarity and effectiveness

Qualifications

Currently a college student pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, or a related field, and expected to graduate in 2026

Available for the full internship term (June 8 – August 24) and required to work Monday – Thursday, 9 am – 5 pm (with a one‑hour unpaid lunch break)

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with accounting or finance software is a plus

Curiosity about AI tools and a willingness to experiment with new technologies

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Recommendation letters from school and/or previous employer available upon request

No prior professional experience required; this is an entry‑level internship

Applicants must submit a résumé and a cover letter online. Only candidates who provide a cover letter will be considered.

Only those applicants who meet our requirements for this position will be contacted.

EEO Statement
PLI is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any candidate based on race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other factor protected by federal, state or local law.

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