Accounting & Finance Intern

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking an Accounting & Finance Intern for our Summer 2026 Internship Program. This intern will support our U.S. Energy division with day-to-day accounting and finance activities as well as involvement in team projects.

U.S. Venture’s Internship Program runs May - August. Dates may vary based on individual class schedules. This position is located in Appleton, WI and will start at 1025 West Navitus Dr, Appleton, WI 54913. We are excited to be transitioning to our new corporate headquarters during this internship timeframe and this position will eventually be located at 222 W College Avenue, Appleton, WI 54911.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and complete areas of internal control walkthroughs, self-testing, documentation and provide recommendations for improvements based on the findings
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and execute risk mitigation plans, including process flow mapping as applicable
• Conduct comprehensive analysis of business processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement
• Develop and implement strategies for process optimization, including the use of Lean principles to streamline operations
• Evaluate and measure the effectiveness of process changes and automation efforts, adjusting as necessary
• Assist with month-end/year-end close activities (analysis, journal entries, reconciliations, etc.) 
• Support the finance team in developing operational analyses
• Project work focused on analysis and process improvements

QUALIFICATIONS

DIVISION:

U.S. Energy

U.S. Venture requires that a team member have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.

U.S. Venture will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed recruitment Master Service Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, U.S. Venture shall reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of U.S. Venture.

U.S. Venture, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call Human Resources at (920) 739-6101.