The future of aerospace and defense starts here.
Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.
Join us for a hands-on, full-time summer internship experience at our Berthoud, CO location!
Ursa Major’s Summer 2026 Internship Program offers students the opportunity to gain real-world experience in the aerospace and defense industry while contributing to meaningful, high-impact projects that support our mission and drive innovation in propulsion and advanced manufacturing.
As an Accounting Intern you will be responsible for learning the day-to-day operations of a corporate accounting and finance department, help ensure that data supports budgeting and forecasting requirements, as well as contribute to Ursa Major reaching its overall financial goals. This role will also gain exposure to the month-end close process and assist in preserving the integrity of the general ledger through account reconciliations and maintaining amortization and accrual schedules. This individual must be able to adhere to timetables, be highly organized, and be solution oriented.
Responsibilities:
- Learn customer invoicing process
- Prepare journal entries and various ad hoc reports
- Process, apply, and reconcile cash receipts
- Perform bank reconciliations
- Identify process improvements to ensure accurate reporting and efficiency of cash application processes
- Learn cross-functional relationship building
- Gain exposure to full-cycle Accounts Payable
- Assist with month-end close process
- Prepare account reconciliations
- Will be responsible for preparing a project that can be presented to Finance Leadership at the end of the summer
Required Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled as a 2nd or 3rd year student pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Basic knowledge of general accounting principles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
- Excellent attention to detail
- Willingness to learn
- Strong organization skills
Program Details:
- Location: On-site at our Berthoud, CO facility
- Duration: Approximately 10–12 weeks
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday
- This is a paid internship
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $29.00/hour, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we are evaluating individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly, we are excited to meet you, and see if you are a great fit for our team. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy. Click here for more information about our awesome benefits.
Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)
- Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
- Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
- Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
- Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
- EAP Program
- Retirement Savings Plan - Traditional 401(k) and a Roth 401(k)
- Equity Grants in the Company
How To Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply Now” link at the top of the page. This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
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What We Do
Ursa Major was founded to address a critical shortfall in the U.S. industrial base and bring a new model to aerospace and defense systems: we design and manufacture the world’s leading propulsion systems for space, hypersonic applications, and missile systems.
Our products and technologies require an extraordinary team – a team that will mold tomorrow’s technologies while deploying today’s best. We are an intrinsically motivated team that has a passion for solving problems and empowering each other every day to develop our skills, knowing that there is always room for growth.
Why Work With Us
We believe that each unique team member fuels the creativity necessary to build the world’s best propulsion systems. This is realized as a deeply held commitment to celebrating individuality, hiring talent across all backgrounds and experiences, building a culture of inclusion, and constantly challenging ourselves to improve.
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