About the role#
Kiewit is hiring a Finance Analyst Intern for the Summer 2027 term. Based in Fairfield, California, this role supports the business management of heavy civil infrastructure projects. You will work on-site to assist with accounting and finance functions, helping project teams manage costs, payroll, and compliance. Each project operates like a small business, and you will gain experience in the financial components of labor, equipment, materials, and subcontracts.
What you'll do#
- Support project accounting, cost control, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
- Participate in the month end close process and prepare financial reporting packages for project management.
- Master systems used to hire, transfer, terminate, and pay employees.
- Maintain purchasing workflow controls and troubleshoot vendor or payment issues.
- Manage intercompany and client billing processes.
- Review costs, quantity claiming, budget structures, and exception reports to ensure accuracy.
- Identify and adjust forecast and budget issues.
- Foster relationships with the Operations team and adapt to project needs as they arise.
- Maintain an organized work environment and meet deadlines.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, or Business Administration with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- 0-1 years of financial or data analysis experience.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. Experience with Pivot Tables and V-Lookups is preferred.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to travel up to 25 percent.
- Physical ability to access all parts of a construction site in various climates and environments.
- Previous internship experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Fairfield, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, part-time internship.
About Kiewit
Kiewit is a construction and engineering organization based in Omaha, Nebraska. Founded in 1884, the company operates across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It provides services in markets such as transportation, mining, energy, and water infrastructure. The firm is employee-owned and maintains a workforce of over 26,000 people.
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