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Accounting Intern

Practising Law Institute, Niagara Falls, NY, United States


OVERVIEW
Practising Law Institute (PLI) educates and informs lawyers and other professionals with innovative programs, publications, podcasts, and additional resources. With a sterling reputation developed over 90 years, PLI is a trusted source of professional development and knowledge for the legal community. A nonprofit organization, PLI is also known for its dedication to providing pro bono training and resources to ensure access to justice. PLI's client base includes a large array of prestigious law firms, corporations, and government agencies. We are also proud to have recently been named one of the "Brands That Matter" by Fast Company. More information about PLI may be found on our website www.pli.edu.

Practising Law Institute ("PLI") is seeking an Accounting Intern to join its dedicated Manhattan-based team for the summer. PLI's array of world‑class legal education programs and services continues to grow, as does PLI's client base of prestigious law firms and Fortune 500 companies. It is an exciting time to be a part of our organization.

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM SUMMARY
The internship program will begin on Monday, June 8 and end on Monday, August 24 in our midtown Manhattan office. This is a paid internship with a salary of $18 per hour.

This internship is ideal for someone who is a fast learner, curious about technology, and interested in using AI‑enabled tools to improve accounting workflows and onboarding materials. This role offers hands‑on exposure to accounting operations, business process documentation, and SaaS systems commonly used in finance and accounting functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Refreshing and organizing the Accounting Manual to ensure it is clean, easy to follow, and user‑friendly

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

Incorporating short videos, tutorials, and training materials provided by our SaaS vendors to complement written documentation

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

Testing and refining documentation to ensure clarity and effectiveness

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified interns fall under one of the following categories:

preferably in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, or a related field

Rising senior college undergraduate

2026 college graduate from an accredited undergraduate program

Must be available to participate in the program, beginning June 8 through August 24

Must have the ability to work Monday – Thursday from 9am – 5pm (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 willingness to experiment with new technologies

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Must have the ability to provide recommendation letters from school and/or previous employer

No prior professional experience required; this program is designed for entry‑level candidates

Qualified internship applicants please submit your resume and cover letter online. Only candidates who provide a cover letter will be considered. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to all candidates who apply.

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

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