2027 Amazon Finance Rotation Program - Accounting Intern

ACCA Careers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon in Seattle is offering a 12-week internship within Global Accounting for students pursuing an accounting degree. Interns will manage a project with accounting, analytics, and business insights and present results to leadership.

Participants gain exposure to scalable processes, internal controls, and future full-time rotation opportunities. Relocation to Seattle or Arlington is required; visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree in Accounting with graduation between December 2027 and June 2028.
• Must be 18+ and able to work 40 hours/week for a 12-week internship.
• Willing to relocate to Seattle, WA or Arlington, VA.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Responsibilities

• Work on a data-driven internship project across accounting, finance, operations, and technology.
• Culminate with a capstone project presentation to stakeholders and leadership.
• Possible offer to join AFRP after degree completion.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Communication

Ownership

Time management

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Dual degree/sub-matriculation master's

Job description

Please note the following eligibility requirements to apply for this role:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program (or a sub-matriculation master's degree program completed concurrently with or immediately after your bachelor's degree) with a graduation conferral date between December 2027 and June 2028
• Ability to relocate to Seattle, WA or Arlington, VA
• Ability to complete a 12-week internship starting in May or June 2027 (2-3 standard cohort start dates will be available to select from)
• We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role

Interns will join Amazon's Global Accounting, an organization committed to building scalable processes and strong internal controls that support Amazon's rapid growth across all lines of operations. We drive timely and accurate financial reporting by enhancing the efficiency of our close processes, and we partner closely with business and technology teams to launch new products and geographies in a well-controlled, automated way. Just as importantly, we invest in developing our people, fostering an environment that supports career growth and builds strong organizational capability.

We invite you to get to know us better. Visit www.amazon.com/about to:

• Explore our businesses through Press Releases on our Investor Relations site, our Letter to Shareholders, and the original 1997 letter included in our annual report each year.
• Meet Amazonians and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
• Discover our commitment to our communities, diversity, and military veterans.
• Learn about our headquarters in Seattle and where we operate around the world.

Key job responsibilities

We are seeking data‑driven, business‑minded, results‑oriented interns pursuing a bachelor's or sub‑matriculation master's degree in accounting. Your internship will consist of a project unique to you and your team, where you'll flex your accounting, analytical, and business acumen to optimize processes, drive quality, and solve real problems. In this role, you will partner with teams across accounting, finance, operations, and technology organizations within Amazon. Internships culminate with a capstone project presentation, where you'll showcase your results to stakeholders and leadership. If Amazon extends an inclined hire decision, you may receive an offer to join Amazon's full‑time Accounting Finance Rotation Program (AFRP) after completing your degree.

Basic Qualifications

• Are 18 years of age or older
• Work 40 hours/week throughout the course of a 12-week summer internship between May through September
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Accounting (or a dual degree/sub‑matriculation master's degree program completed concurrently with your bachelor's degree at the same institution) with a graduation conferral date between December 2027 and June 2028

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for delivering results.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to source, summarize, and communicate data relevant to the problem at hand.
• Curiosity and desire to learn complex processes, systems, and business concepts.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and their application in a business context.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data modeling).
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A practical and creative approach to problem solving, especially in ambiguous situations.
• Effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Strong academic record.
• Commitment to continuous self-development and professional growth.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay will be based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.

USA, WA, Seattle - 80,200.00 - 99,300.00 USD annually