Corporate Accounting Intern - Summer 2026
Franklin Electric
5 days ago
Internship
On-site
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States
Franklin Electric is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Corporate Accounting Intern to join our Corporate Accounting team. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience supporting key accounting functions within a global organization. The intern will assist with transactional accounting activities, preparation of month-end close journal entries, supporting workpapers, account reconciliations, and both internal and external financial reporting. This internship offers a valuable opportunity to develop practical accounting skills, collaborate with experienced finance professionals, and gain exposure to the processes that support accurate and timely financial reporting in a dynamic corporate environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Enter transactions into various accounting systems
- Preparation of: journal entries, supporting workpapers, and reconciliations
- Month end analysis and reporting
- Contribute to department and organization special projects as assigned, focusing on Corporate Accounting process improvement initiatives
- Assist with SEC filings, as needed
- Collaborate with other accounting staff to support overall department goals and objectives
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Skills and Abilities
- Strong attention to detail
- Intermediate knowledge of accounting and financial statements
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to complete some moderately repetitive tasks
- Task oriented self-starter
Education, Experience, and Skills
- Junior or Senior status currently pursuing a degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field (required).
- Active participation in extracurricular activities aligned with area of study (preferred).
- GPA of 3.2 or higher (Preferred).
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience using pivot tables (required).
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (required).
Franklin Electric Intern Program
As a global company, Franklin Electric offers many opportunities to build your experience and knowledge. Our Intern positions offer responsibility, autonomy, and best-in-class training. The Franklin Electric Intern Program includes networking opportunities, lunch and learns, many opportunities for team building (like the competitive Intern Cornhole Tournament), and a presentation to Senior Leaders and Executives in the company.
Come join our Intern Program where you will not only grow in your career - but you will know you are a part of a company that is making a difference worldwide. Take a look at this video to see our Global Headquarters here in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Come join our Intern Program where you will not only grow in your career - but you will know you are a part of a company that is making a difference worldwide. Take a look at this video to see our Global Headquarters here in Fort Wayne, Indiana.