About the role#
Cummins Inc. is hiring for Accounting Summer Internship positions for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, paid, on-site opportunity based in Columbus, Indiana. Interns work 40 hours per week for a duration of 10 to 12 weeks.
What you'll do#
Interns gain experience across accounting, tax, and audit functions. Responsibilities include:
- Provide financial and business analysis support.
- Participate in month-end close activities, such as preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Maintain Internal Control Documentation (Sarbanes-Oxley).
- Lead and participate in process improvement efforts.
- Act as a financial liaison for non-finance leaders by providing reporting and analysis.
- Compile and analyze accounting and finance information.
- Examine financial statements and transactions for accuracy and conformance with standards.
- Execute tax law projects, including research, data gathering, and preparation of state, local, and federal tax returns.
- Perform controls testing to evaluate the internal control environment, identify risks, and document audit results.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited U.S. college or university with a major in Accounting.
- A minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Ability to commit to 40 hours per week for 10 to 12 weeks.
- Current residency within the continental United States.
- A willingness to learn from others on the job.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, Indiana, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Sponsorship: Not available for this position.
About Cummins Inc.
Cummins Inc. is a public company that operates in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry. It maintains a global presence with over 53,000 employees. The company focuses on several specialties including engine business, power generation, distribution, turbo technologies, emission solutions, fuel systems, filtration, and electrified power. Its headquarters are located in Columbus, Indiana.
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