Intern - Financial Planning and Analysis (Summer 2027)

About the role

Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: STRA) is dedicated to enabling economic mobility through education. Through a portfolio of innovative education programs, universities, and workforce solutions, SEI helps learners develop career-relevant skills and achieve their professional goals. We are seeking dynamic students to join our Summer Internship Program, offering hands-on experience, professional development, networking opportunities, and mentorship within a corporate finance function supporting an innovative, publicly traded higher education company. Applicants must reside near the Minneapolis, MN, or Herndon, VA areas.

Responsibilities

• Supporting financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis activities.
• Assisting with the preparation of financial models and forecasts.
• Analyzing financial data and providing insights to support decision-making.
• Supporting budgeting processes.
• Performing other functions and duties as assigned.

Education

Current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, preferably with an expected graduation date of Spring 2027.

Skills

• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, interpret complex information, and make informed decisions.
• Financial Reporting: Understanding of financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements) and familiarity with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail when analyzing data, preparing reports, and reconciling accounts.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, to explain financial concepts, present findings, and collaborate with colleagues.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to think critically and propose effective solutions to complex challenges.
• Excel Proficiency: Skilled in data manipulation, creating pivot tables, using formulas and functions, and building financial models.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with others, contribute to team goals, and communicate collaboratively.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn new tools, software, and industry trends and adapt to change.
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines.
• Ethical Judgment: Demonstrates integrity and sound ethical judgment when handling sensitive information.

Benefits

SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.

Pay

$19.50 - $29.75 - Hourly