Cost Strategy Intern

About the role

As a Cost Strategy Intern at iA, a leader in pharmacy automation, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting cost accounting and manufacturing finance processes in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Based in Johnson City, NY, this internship will provide exposure to cost data analysis, inventory reconciliation, manufacturing variance review, and month-end close activities, including EAC/POC costing. The iA Intern Program is a 10-week summer internship, running from Tuesday June 1, 2027, through Friday, August 6, 2027.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with daily review of cost data responsibility reports to support timely and accurate cost accounting activities.
• Review From/To postings and manufacturing variances to help identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for follow-up.
• Support weekly cycle count audits and inventory reconciliations to promote inventory accuracy and operational alignment.
• Participate in month-end cost close activities, gaining exposure to key cost accounting processes and controls.
• Assist with analysis related to Estimate at Completion (EAC) and Percentage of Completion (POC) costing.
• Partner with Cost Accounting, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to support reporting, reconciliation, and continuous improvement efforts.

Who You Are

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with a strong interest in cost accounting, manufacturing finance, and operational reporting.
• Effective communicator—both written and verbal—with the ability to summarize findings clearly.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, tech-driven environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable working with data, reconciliations, and reporting tools.

Even Better If You Have

• Coursework or internship experience in accounting, finance, cost accounting, manufacturing, or operations.
• Familiarity with ERP systems or accounting/finance systems used in manufacturing environments.
• Experience with data analysis tools such as Power BI, SQL, or similar platforms.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Compensation

The estimated hourly rate range for this position is $18.00 to $26.00 per hour, though a candidate's hourly rate shall be determined on a range of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications and experience.

Perks

• Gain hands-on experience
• Work on real projects with industry professionals
• Receive mentorship and build your professional network
• Get career-building and resume support
• Explore potential full-time opportunities