Accounting & Finance Internship (Spring 2027)

Pittsburgh Penguins; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pittsburgh Penguins are seeking an Accounting & Finance Intern at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh to support day-to-day financial operations and administrative tasks within our Finance team. This hands-on internship offers exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, and general accounting processes while you learn in a professional sports setting.

Work is in-person, approximately 15 hours per week, with a flexible schedule during

Qualifications

• Two years of college or equivalent education/experience required.
• Ability to work in person at PPG Paints Arena.
• Availability for ~15 hours/week during regular business hours.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with professionalism and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine accounting and financial operations activities.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including reviewing invoices and expense reports and organizing documentation.
• Assist with account reconciliations and researching discrepancies as needed.
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records.
• Prepare recurring financial reports and department summaries.
• Review financial information for accuracy and completeness.
• Use Excel to organize, analyze, and present financial information.
• Assist with tracking department budgets and expenses.
• Support financial analysis and research for various departments and organizational initiatives.
• Prepare materials for internal financial reviews.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Discretion

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Two years of college or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Reports to:

Senior Manager, Accounting

Location:

PPG Paints Arena, 1001 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Status:

Paid Internship, Part-Time, In-Person

Schedule:

Flexible scheduling within 15 hours per week, including availability during regular business hours

Compensation:

$10/hour

Overview

The Accounting & Finance Intern will support the Finance team with day-to-day financial and administrative functions for the Pittsburgh Penguins organization. This internship provides hands-on experience in financial operations within a professional sports organization and will include opportunities to gain exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, and general accounting processes.

The intern will work closely with members of the Finance team and will gain experience analyzing information, preparing reports, maintaining financial records, and assisting with department projects and processes. This role may involve exposure to confidential financial and organizational information. Interns are expected to maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate discretion at all times.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Assist with routine accounting and financial operations activities.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including reviewing invoices and expense reports and organizing related documentation.
• Assist with account reconciliations and research discrepancies as needed.
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records.

Reporting & Data Analysis

• Assist with preparing recurring financial reports and department summaries.
• Assist with reviewing financial information for accuracy and completeness.
• Use Excel to organize, analyze, and present financial information.

Budgeting & Business Support

• Assist with tracking department budgets and expenses.
• Support financial analysis and research for various departments and organizational initiatives.
• Assist with preparing materials and information for internal financial reviews.
• Gain exposure to how financial planning and reporting support decision‑making within a professional sports organization.

Projects & Administrative Support

• Support special projects and process improvement initiatives within the Finance department.
• Assist with documentation, filing, and other administrative finance tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Applicants should have completed at least two years of college or demonstrate equivalent education, training, or relevant experience in a related field.
• Ability to work in person at PPG Paints Arena.
• Availability to work approximately 15 hours per week during regular business hours.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with professionalism and discretion.

Preferred Skills

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience working with formulas, sorting, filtering, and organizing data.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Interest in learning about accounting and finance operations within the professional sports industry.
• Previous coursework or experience in accounting, finance, or data analysis.

Penguins Internship Program Information

Application Deadline

September 28th, 2026

Application Review

Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis and reached out with initial communication by Friday, October 30th, at the latest.

Anticipated Internship Term

January 11th, 2027 - April 16th, 2027

Course Credit

Students remain eligible for earning course credits for their internship and will be responsible for ensuring that the internship meets the criteria of their program and/or university.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.