About the role#
This is a 10-week summer internship program designed for students pursuing degrees in accounting and related fields. Participants join a structured curriculum that includes training modules, an executive speaker series, and cohort-based learning. You will work within the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) and related finance organizations, gaining exposure to business management, financial analysis, and corporate strategy. This program is on-site in Charlotte, North Carolina.
What you'll do#
- Support high-impact business initiatives through meaningful projects.
- Assist with budgeting, planning, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Develop models and tools to identify financial trends and drivers.
- Provide decision support using management reporting and predictive modeling.
- Present financial results and variance commentaries to business partners.
- Collaborate with business areas to develop health metrics and measures.
- Coordinate project materials and meetings to ensure information flow.
- Conduct independent research to gather market intelligence and competitive analysis.
- Make recommendations for issue resolution and improve existing financial models.
- Incorporate productivity and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Create transparency around cost allocations.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program with an expected graduation date between May 2028 and June 2029.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Actuarial Science, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Data Analytics, Risk Management, Statistics, Supply Chain, or a similar field.
- At least 2 years of academic or working knowledge using Microsoft Office products.
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
- Strong communication, presentation, and analytical skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver on commitments.
- An independent, original, and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Demonstrated interest in the investment management industry is preferred.
- Previous internship or work experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
- Term: Summer 2027
- Work Modality: On-site
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Compensation: Paid internship
About TIAA
TIAA is a financial services firm based in New York. It provides retirement plans, insurance, and investment services to individuals in the education, healthcare, and nonprofit sectors. The company manages products including mutual funds, life insurance, and 529 college savings plans. It employs over 13,000 people and maintains offices in the United States, India, the United Kingdom, and Japan.
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