LIFT Finance Intern - Summer 2027

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• Program Overview and Benefits: Republic Airways is proud to offer an internship program that prepares students for the workforce. While we provide resources to help interns sharpen skills and make meaningful contributions in their department, we also provide the following during the internships:  

  • Mentorship program  

  • Ability to shadow various departments  

  • Professional development workshops and departmental information sessions 

  • Direct exposure to aviation industry, facilities tours, etc.  

  • Additional opportunities to work with other interns directly on projects   

  • Housing stipend or mileage reimbursement provided, if applicable  

  • Competitive hourly pay 

   

  ESSENTIAL DUTIES  

  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

  • Analyzes and forecasts loan balances, AR collections, state revenue remaining 

  • Supplements the FP&A team in the budgeting process 

  • Collaborates with the different teams amongst the LIFT operation 

  • Develop materials to explain student finances more clearly 

  Create processes to allow the business to grow and scale 

  • Presents project results to their team members periodically 

  • Implements business processes to support efficiency initiatives 

   

  EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

  • Pursuing a bachelor’s degree (B.A. / B.S.) in Finance or Accounting 

  • Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale 

  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel 

  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a business group 

  • Strong analytical skills 

  • Proficient communication and presentation skills 

  • Flexible and willing to help other team members as projects arise 

   

  OTHER QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Ability to work onsite at our Indianapolis Headquarters location, unless otherwise directed by hiring manager 

  • Ability to work up to 40 hours per week with a minimum of 20 hours for spring and fall interns 

  • Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship  

   

  LANGUAGE SKILLS 

  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.  Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.  Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. 

   

  REASONING/PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITY 

  Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Able to read and interpret technical, regulatory and contractual documentation.  Able to maintain confidentiality. 

   

  DECISION MAKING  

  Makes day to day decisions used to support strategic direction.  Decisions often require some thought without established precedents or procedures.  Decisions tend to be short term and usually of moderate cost.  Able to work independently or as part of a team to drive results. 

   

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  

  • Able to move about the work environment.    

  • Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear.  

   

  WORK ENVIRONMENT  

  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  

  • Typically not exposed to extreme environmental conditions.  

Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability and Veteran Accommodations

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.