Finance Intern

SJI Utilities, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

South Jersey Industries is seeking a Finance Intern for the 11-week Ignite Internship Program to support the Financial Planning & Analysis team with reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and data analysis in a hybrid work setting.

Interns will develop analytical, communication, and technical skills while gaining hands-on experience in corporate finance and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly and quarterly financial reporting with budget/forecast comparisons.
• Assist with monthly forecasts, annual budget, and long-term projections.
• Gather, organize, and analyze financial and operational data from multiple sources.
• Build and maintain financial models, schedules, and management reports.
• Perform ad hoc analyses to support data-driven decisions.
• Collaborate with FP&A teammates and stakeholders to explain performance.
• Identify ways to standardize and automate reporting processes.
• Prepare summaries, charts, and materials for management reviews.
• Complete other finance and administrative tasks as needed.

Job description

About Us

South Jersey Industries (SJI) is an energy holding company that delivers clean energy services to 700,000+ customers and businesses throughout 14 counties in New Jersey. As part of our core values, SJI is dedicated to being a community partner and developing innovative clean energy solutions to meet the needs of the future. To do this, we depend on our workforce of over 1,100+ talented, diverse employees who help us deliver safe, reliable, affordable clean energy for a better today and tomorrow.

At SJI, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. Whether you’re a seasoned operations technician or an early-career legal professional, our culture, inclusive workforce, and leadership development and training programs will provide you with the tools you need to either kickstart your career or bring it to new heights.

Position Summary

As part of the comprehensive internship program, interns will participate in events which help them build a strong network within the SJI community and with fellow interns. Interns enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment throughout this 11-week summer program. The Ignite Internship Program also offers participants mentorship, educational seminars, volunteer opportunities, and visibility within the organization.

The Finance Intern will support the Financial Planning & Analysis team with financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, business analysis, and process improvement activities. This internship provides hands‑on exposure to corporate finance and an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a professional business environment while developing analytical, communication, and technical skills.

Essential Functions:

• Support monthly and quarterly financial reporting, including analysis of actual results compared with budget, forecast, and prior year.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly forecasts, the annual budget, and long‑term financial projections.
• Gather, organize, validate, and analyze financial and operational data from multiple sources.
• Help build and maintain financial models, schedules, and management reporting materials.
• Perform research and ad hoc analysis to support data‑driven business and financial decisions.
• Partner with FP&A team members and business stakeholders to understand performance drivers and communicate findings.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes through standardization, automation, and better use of data and tools.
• Prepare clear summaries, charts, and presentation materials for management review.
• Complete other finance and administrative assignments as needed.

Learning Opportunities:

• Gain practical experience in FP&A, management reporting, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Develop an understanding of how financial and operational performance supports business decision‑making.
• Build technical proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, data analysis, and executive‑level presentation development.
• Work with finance professionals and cross‑functional business partners in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

Required Background: