Intern, Accounting

Encova Mutual Insurance Group.; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Hybrid schedule

Networking opportunities

RISE Elite internship program

Job summary

Encova Mutual Insurance Group is offering a two-opening, full-time summer internship for 2027 with a hybrid schedule in either Columbus, Ohio or Charleston, West Virginia. The intern will report to AVP-level managers and work at least 40 hours per week, with start/end dates based on availability and business need.

Pay is $18 per hour. The internship targets students who are currently enrolled and have completed at least 60 credit hours, offering exposure to multiple accounting and finance teams

Qualifications

• Completion of basic accounting courses required with at least 60 credit hours completed prior to the start of the internship
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required (e.g., ability to create pivot tables, vlookups, additional advanced formulas)
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate problem solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily, monthly, and/or quarterly accounting tasks such as journal entries, report generation and analysis, tax or compliance activities, accounts payable functions, and/or reconciliations.
• Support the Accounting department with cross-functional project initiatives

Skills

Accounting basics

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

60 credit hours completed

Basic accounting courses

Tools

Excel

Pivot tables

VLOOKUP

Job description

We have two openings for this internship. The role will work a hybrid schedule in either our Columbus, Ohio or Charleston, West Virginia office and will report to the AVP, Financial Reporting & Investments or the AVP, Finance, Operations and Tax. This is a full-time summer internship for the 2027 summer and will require someone who can work at least 40 hours per week. Start and end dates will be based on availability and business need. Must be currently enrolled and have completed at least 60 credit hours with an accredited college or university. Pay = $18 per hour

Additional Job Description Encova Insurance has again been recognized as a RISE Elite Top 50 internship program, making this our sixth year in a row! Rising Insurance Star Executives (RISE) is the voice of young professionals who are looking for ways to share their innovative ideas and spread a new message about who the insurance industry is. As an intern at Encova Insurance you will be part of a dynamic, results-driven team and learn to manage real world situations alongside Encova associates. Our successful internship program attracts students from across our region and our diverse opportunities ensure that our interns are provided with a wide range of learning possibilities!

Encova is only able to employ associates who reside and work within specific U.S. states. Our current footprint includes: Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin.

JOB OBJECTIVE

This position is an internship within the accounting organization and may have opportunities for exposure to multiple accounting and/or finance teams (including, but not limited to, financial reporting, investments, reinsurance, property & casualty accounting, accounting operations, accounts payable and tax). The objective is to gain valuable experience within a corporate accounting department, develop an understanding of statutory insurance and other accounting disciplines, and assist in the performance of key team tasks and project work aligned with department strategic priorities. This is a full-time summer internship and will require someone who can work at least 40 hours per week. Start and end dates will be based on availability and business need.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist in daily, monthly, and/or quarterly accounting tasks such as journal entries, report generation and analysis, tax or compliance activities, accounts payable functions, and/or reconciliations.
• Support the Accounting department with cross-functional project initiatives.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Participate in company-wide intern program activities.
• Provide backup for employees on vacation for short periods.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Completion of basic accounting courses required with at least 60 credit hours completed prior to the start of the internship
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required (e.g., ability to create pivot tables, vlookups, additional advanced formulas)
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate problem solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

This position has been evaluated in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Encova Insurance makes every effort to reasonably accommodate disabilities to permit performance of the essential functions and candidates who need such accommodation are encouraged to seek it.

Ready to join our team?

At Encova Insurance, we firmly believe that our associates drive our company’s success by delivering unrivaled service to our customers. With success in mind, we make an ongoing effort to provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating and financially rewarding opportunities. Join us to discover a work experience where you can learn and grow to your fullest potential.

What you can expect from us

An internship at Encova is a great way to jump-start your career. Our award-winning, structured summer intern program offers:

• Competitive compensation
• An introduction to the insurance industry through authentic work experiences
• Networking opportunities with industry professionals
• Flexible start and end dates
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
• Through our collaborative team structure, we find professional and personal growth.
• We never stop learning and always seek to improve ourselves.

Encova Insurance is an EOE/E-Verify employer. #LI-Hybrid#LI-MF1 At Encova our associates are the heart of our business. Our exceptional culture makes it a special place to work and gives us a unique advantage. Building and sustaining this culture requires intentional effort from everyone in the company. We believe that achieving results and building trust are interrelated. Through connection, character and competence, we build trusting relationships with associates, agents and policyholders to achieve excellent results. Through our collaborative team structure we find professional and personal growth. We never stop learning and always seek to improve ourselves. At Encova, we know that inclusion and belonging foster our competitive edge by giving voice to every individual’s unique talent and perspective; and we believe that when a condition of equity exists, all associates can contribute to the fullest extent of their knowledge, skills and ability.