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Fall 2026 - Spring 2027 Finance Intern

The Chicago Community TrustChicago, Illinois🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 7, 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
$20/hr
Seniority
Entry Level
Employment type
Other
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Posted
2 days ago
BudgetingFinancial ReportingTreasury

Job Description

Title: Finance Intern 

Department: Finance 

Reports To: Senior Accountant 

Direct Reports: None 

Classification: Internship 

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Job Grade: N/A 

Salary Range:            $20.00/hour 

Position Summary 

2026/2027 Fall-Spring Finance Internship  

Internship Title: Finance Intern 

Compensation: $20/hour 

Schedule: 21 hours/week (Hybrid: 2 days in office, 1 day remote) 

Duration: Fall 2026 - Spring 2027 

About the Internship Program 

Our Fall Internship Program offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in philanthropy, community engagement, operations, and organizational strategy.  

The Finance team manages budgeting, financial reporting, investment stewardship, and operational compliance for the Trust. Interns gain exposure to nonprofit financial management and the behind-the-scenes systems that keep a philanthropic institution running. 

What You’ll Do as a Finance Intern 

While responsibilities vary, interns can expect to contribute to a mix of: 

  • Assistance in reconciliations of bank and investment accounts 
  • Project and administrative support for grant payments and treasury function 
  • Providing year end audit support 
  • Participating in team meetings and training 
  • Other duties as assigned 

Who We’re Looking For 

Students who are: 

  • Currently enrolled as a senior undergraduate or graduate student 
  • Curious, motivated, and committed to the Trust’s Mission 
  • Strong communicators (written and verbal) 
  • Organized and attentive to detail 
  • Comfortable managing multiple tasks 
  • Collaborative and eager to learn 
  • Open to feedback and new ideas 

Work Environment 

This internship follows a hybrid schedule: 

  • 2 days in office (Tuesday and Thursday) 
  • 1 day remote 

Position Qualifications 

We welcome applicants with academic backgrounds in, business, finance and accounting.

Thank you for your interest in joining our mission. We look forward to hearing from you! 

This description should not be construed to contain every function or responsibility that may be required to be performed by an incumbent in this internship.  Incumbents are required to perform other related functions as assigned.