About the role#
As an Accounting Intern on our Controllers team, you will support finance functions in operational accounting, reporting, internal controls, and risk management. This 10-week program runs from June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027. You will gain hands-on experience by contributing to projects that impact housing finance.
What you'll do#
- Execute accounting and financial operations processes and related controls.
- Analyze accounting results using reports to explain financial activities.
- Gather, document, and maintain financial information from various sources.
- Perform analytics and reporting on business and financial data to provide insights and make projections.
- Interact and collaborate with finance and business partners to solve problems.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting with an expected graduation date of Spring 2028.
- Accounting major or minor in your current degree program.
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- Preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Strong business acumen, results focus, and a self-starter mindset.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site role based in Washington, D.C., or Reston, VA.
- The position is full-time for the Summer 2027 term.
- The pay rate is $33.00 per hour.
About Fannie Mae
Fannie Mae provides mortgage financing for homebuyers and renters across the United States. Founded in 1938, the company supports the housing finance system by ensuring the availability of affordable mortgage loans. It maintains the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage to provide payment stability for homeowners. The organization is based in Washington, District of Columbia, and employs over 12,000 people.
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