Intern - Accounting at Howmet Aerospace Inc.

University of Delaware; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid work experience

Housing stipend

Networking opportunities

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking an Intern – Accounting for summer 2026 in Pittsburgh, PA. This 12-week internship offers real-world experience in corporate finance and accounting tasks. Interns will assist with global journal entries, financial analyses, and SEC filings. Candidates should be pursuing a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance with a minimum GPA of 3.0. The role follows a hybrid schedule with remote capabilities and offers a housing stipend. Successful candidates should possess strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an Accounting or Finance Bachelor's program, expected graduation in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Preferably demonstration of prior internship or extracurricular participation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Footnote for 10-Q and conduct financial analyses.
• Assist in global journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Engage with global finance contacts to validate account balances.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organization

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Education

Currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s program in Accounting or Finance

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

Tools

Excel

Oracle Smart View

Job description

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At Howmet Aerospace, we’re always in airplane mode! Our global teams are passionate about engineered solutions that advance the world through the aerospace, automotive, defense and commercial transportation industries. Become a part of our diverse culture of learning, development, and mentorship as an Intern – Accounting in Summer 2026.

Your education is just the beginning – you’ll become an active member of our Financial Transactions and Policy team located in Pittsburgh, PA. During our 12-week internship program, you’ll tackle real-world challenges through impactful assignments, and work alongside our industry changemakers.

The Intern – Accounting will gain experience in several areas of corporate accounting/finance using different tools (Excel, Oracle Smart View, etc.) with no one day being the same. The internship requires strong communication skills and organization to keep up with multiple responsibilities that will help you to establish a foundation for building a career in accounting/finance.

Intern Impact Project: Assets and Liability Review

The Intern – Accounting will be tasked with preparing Footnote for 10-Q, auditing tie downs, providing basic financial analysis, administering support to update/review financial documentation, and running financial queries.

A Day in the Life at Howmet…

In addition to your impact project work, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Assist in the preparation of global journal entries, account reconciliations, financial analyses, SEC filings schedules and tie outs of 10Qs and earnings press releases, as well as SOX controls documentation.
• Use the accounting systems (i.e., Smart View) in connection with monthly general ledger financial close and consolidation.
• Review and research internal policies (SOPs and Financial Management Handbooks) and GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) requirements
• Interact with global finance contacts to validate account balances and fluctuations
• Attend information sessions with the Senior Leadership team

ABOUT THE TEAM

Invest your summer with Howmet Aerospace and gain so much more! Our programs include paid work experience, engaging and challenging projects, networking opportunities, volunteer events, and social activities.

Our Pittsburgh, PA internships follow a hybrid-schedule, inclusive of remote work capability, and a housing stipend for students from colleges and universities across the U.S.

Find us on the Handshake platform to view our internship and entry-level opportunities, learn more about our company and culture, and visit with us while we’re on your campus!

Work & Play in Pittsburgh, PA

A huge player in sports and the arts, Pittsburgh, PA is an exciting city to live in! Home to three professional sports teams (the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Pittsburgh Pirates, and the Pittsburgh Steelers) there are many opportunities to catch a game and cheer on your favorite team! Or take some time to experience our city’s rich culture by attending musical performances at the Benedum Center or explore one of our 30+ museums!

Your Education, Skills, and Experience:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s program in Accounting or Finance with an expected graduation date in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or equivalent
• Demonstrated internship, work, research, or extracurricular participation
• Involved with at least 1 extracurricular activity
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Interns must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.