Accounting Summer Internship Positions

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Columbus, IN, USA
In-Office
4K-4K Annually
Internship
Automotive
The Role
Accounting summer interns support month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, financial analysis, internal control documentation, tax research and returns, audit support, controls testing, risk identification, and process improvement. The role may involve accounting, tax accounting, or internal controls assignments and requires a full-time degree student able to commit to a 10–12 week, 40-hour-per-week internship.
Summary Generated by Built In

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: 

Accountant - Provide financial and business analysis support. Participate in month-end close activities, including the preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Maintain Internal Control Documentation (Sarbanes-Oxley). Lead, as well as participate, in process improvement efforts. Financial Liaison for Non-Finance Leaders, providing reporting and analysis support.


To be successful in this role you will need the following: 

Accountant 

  • Compiles, consolidates, and conducts basic analysis of accounting and finance information.
  • Examines a variety of financial statements and transactions for accuracy, completeness, and conformance with accounting standards. 

Tax Accountant 

  • Executes projects related to the application of tax laws, including tax research. 
  • Prepares state, local, and federal tax returns. 
  • Analyzes and summarizes tax information. Assists with data gathering and support of tax audits. 

Auditor / Internal Controls Analyst

  • Perform controls testing to evaluate the effectiveness of the internal control environment.
  • Identify risks, internal controls issues and improvement opportunities.
  • Document testing procedures and audit results.
Responsibilities

Degree Programs Considered: Bachelor’s

Major Programs Typically Considered: Accounting


2026 Monthly Salary Range by Degree Level:

  • Bachelor's  - $3,700 - $4,400


Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.


Cummins Internship program criteria: 

  • Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college/university
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA 
  • Must be able to complete a minimum of 10 weeks or a maximum of 12 weeks commitment 
  • Must be able to complete 40 hours per week 
  • Willingness to learn from others on the job This position is not available in GPP database. Talent Acquisition team member will fill in the Posting description after intake meeting.
  • Must be currently residing within the continental U.S.

Cummins and E-verify 

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates right to work using E-Verify. Cummins will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. 


Qualifications

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Skills Required

  • Currently enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited U.S. college or university
  • Bachelor's degree program
  • Accounting major
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Commitment of 10 to 12 weeks
  • Availability to work 40 hours per week
  • Currently residing within the continental United States
  • Willingness to learn from others on the job

Cummins Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cummins and has not been reviewed or approved by Cummins.

  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company contribution/match and both defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans are offered, alongside profit sharing and an employee stock purchase plan. This mix supports long-term savings and financial security.
  • Healthcare Strength Multiple medical plan options (HSA, HSA Plus, PPO) with dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage are provided, along with telehealth, mental-health support, and wellness tools. In-network protections and HSA/HSA Plus structures are described to help manage costs.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid maternity and paternity leave, family medical leave, and adoption assistance are offered. Reduced or flexible hours and unpaid extended leave options further support caregiving needs.

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The Company
HQ: Columbus, IN
35,251 Employees
Year Founded: 1919

What We Do

At Cummins, we empower everyone to grow their careers through meaningful work, building inclusive and equitable teams, coaching, development and opportunities to make a difference. Across our entire organization, you'll find engineers, developers, and technicians who are innovating, designing, testing, and building. You'll also find accountants, marketers, as well as manufacturing, quality and supply chain specialists who are working with technology that's just as innovative and advanced.

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