Finance Intern – Work Co-op

Shift Technology; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 14,217 - 17,030; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote working options

Variable pay tied to performance

Learning & development opportunities

PTO & paid holidays

MAD Days

Job summary

Shift Technology, a Boston-based SaaS scale-up, is seeking a Finance Intern to join the finance team. Reporting to the CFO, this co‑op offers hands‑on exposure to financial planning, reporting, and analysis while collaborating with senior leadership in a fast‑growing company.

You will support FP&A tasks, maintain data and dashboards in Excel and Google Sheets, and assist with core accounting activities. The role requires a current finance student and at least 15 hours per week, with some

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business.
• Strong Excel and Google Sheets skills with formulas, pivots, and lookups.

Responsibilities

• Support the CFO with financial analysis, reporting, and ad-hoc projects.
• Maintain and update data, financial models, dashboards, and internal reports.
• Organize and analyze data using Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
• Assist with core FP&A and accounting tasks.
• Prepare presentations and reports using Google Slides and Docs.
• Support process improvements across finance, accounting, and operations.
• Conduct benchmarking and research as needed.

Skills

MS Excel

Google Sheets

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Currently pursuing a Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business degree

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Shift delivers AI agents that transform insurers' most critical work. By combining deep industry expertise and unmatched data resources, Shift provides proven results that have earned the trust of hundreds of the world's leading insurers. Our insurance-grade AI is accurate, explainable, and secure—empowering human experts to move with unmatched speed, total confidence, and a renewed focus on the people they serve.

Our culture is built on innovation, trust, and a drive to transform the insurance industry through our SaaS platform. We come from more than 50 different countries and cultures and together we are creating the future of insurance.

We are looking for a highly motivated Finance Intern to join the finance team of a growing SaaS scale-up. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this role offers hands‑on exposure to the financial operations of a company moving through its next stage of growth. This is an opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, contribute to real finance projects, and learn how financial planning, reporting, and analysis support decision‑making in a fast‑paced, scaling business.

As a Boston‑based Co‑op, you will commit to a minimum of 15 or up to 32 hours per week. The ability to work in our Boston office a few days a week is important as you will sit alongside and collaborate with senior leaders and key Shifters. Your specific hours per week, in‑office, and weekly work schedule will be discussed and aligned directly with the CFO and HR to fit your academic requirements and our business needs.

What Your Impact Looks Like

At Shift, we value ownership from day one. In this role, you will:

• Support the CFO with financial analysis, reporting, and ad‑hoc business projects
• Help maintain and update data, financial models, dashboards, and internal reports
• Organize, clean, and analyze data using Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
• Assist as needed with core FP&A and Accounting tasks
• Prepare presentations and reports using Google Slides, Google Docs, and related tools
• Support process improvements and projects across finance, accounting, and operations
• Conduct research and benchmarking as needed

What You'll Need to Succeed

We are looking for a Shifter who is:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business, and eager to apply classroom theory to high‑growth SaaS operations.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, specifically using formulas, pivot tables, and lookups to organize large datasets. Exploring the use of AI to complement traditional data analysis tools.
• Detail‑Oriented, analytical and committed to accuracy in financial reporting and metrics while keeping critical data private and secure
• Growth‑Minded and a self‑starter: curious, resourceful, and willing to take ownership
• Collaborative: Eager to participate in team rituals, ask thoughtful questions, and share knowledge‑sharing habits with global colleagues.
• Adaptable & Impact‑Driven: Thrives in a fast‑moving environment where priorities evolve. You are comfortable diving into large or imperfect data sets to uncover actionable insights without waiting for perfect direction.
• Boston‑Based: Lives in or near the Boston area and is excited to join our physical workplace community.
• Available to dedicate at least 15 hours per week as part of an official university co‑op or internship program.
• Interested in SaaS, technology, startups, scale‑ups, or subscription business models
• Compensation is a fixed amount of $1,400/ month

Benefits

To support our permanent, full‑time employees at every stage of their careers and lives, we provide a competitive total rewards and benefits package. Here are the global benefits we’d like to highlight:

• Flexible remote and hybrid working options
• Competitive Salary and a variable component tied to personal and company performance
• Multiple Learning and Development opportunities, including Focus Fridays, a half‑day each month to focus on learning and personal growth
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• 2 MAD Days per year (Make A Difference Days for paid volunteering)

Additional benefits may be offered by country, based on your eligibility - ask your recruiter for more information. Intern and Apprentice positions may receive some of these benefits - ask your recruiter for more details.

At Shift we strive to be a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from and hire people who will contribute to the diversity of our company, without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other non‑merit criteria.

Shift Technology is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our application and employment process. Should you require accommodation, please email [e-mail] and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.