Accounting Internship

Lake Land College; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Land College in Mattoon, Illinois, seeks an Accounting Intern for the Accounting Dept. This student position works about twelve hours per week, paying $15.50 per hour.

Under supervision, you will assist with general accounting duties, gain skills in computer use, and improve written and oral communication. Education: high school diploma or GED required; no prior experience needed. This internship is not eligible for benefits.

Qualifications

• Basic accounting knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Assist worksite supervisor in carrying out assignments specific to the designated assignment.
• Receive feedback from employer on job performance.
• Improve workplace skills such as computer skills, oral communication skills, and written communication skills.
• Develop accounting skills by working with general accounting duties.

Skills

Basic Accounting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Salary: $15.50 Hourly

Location : Main Campus - Mattoon, Illinois

Job Type: Student Positions

Job Number: 202600538

Division: Business Services

Department: Accounting Dept

Opening Date: 08/24/2026

Closing Date: 9/4/2026 5:00 PM Central

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit: N/A

Description

The Accounting Intern works approximately twelve hours per week in a position designated as Intern.

Description of Essential Functions (critical tasks)

• Assist worksite supervisor in carrying out assignments specific to the designated assignment.
• Receive feedback from employer on job performance.
• Improve workplace skills such as computer skills, oral communication skills, and written communication skills.
• Develop accounting skills by working with general accounting duties.

Specific Functional Job Requirements

Education: High school diploma or GED required.

Experience: No previous work experience required.

Knowledge and Skills: Basic Accounting Knowledge.

Personal: Ability to work independently; ability to follow directions, rules and guidelines; reliability and dependability; ability to maintain confidentiality.

This position is not eligible for benefits.