Student Internship - Accounting and Budgeting

ISO New England Inc.; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

ISO New England is seeking a motivated accounting student for a Finance Internship – Accounting & Budgeting in Holyoke, MA. You’ll work with finance professionals, strengthen Excel and accounting skills, and contribute to budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis that support our mission.

You should be a rising junior majoring in Accounting, with proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook. The role offers exposure to corporate finance, month‑end processes, and practical experience

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a four-year accounting program; rising junior preferred.
• Pursuing a four-year accounting degree with strong interest in budgeting, forecasting, accounting operations, financial reporting or business analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn accounting or finance applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Curiosity, attention to detail, professionalism, and willingness to learn.
• Previous work experience in a professional setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and accounting activities.
• Assist with reconciliations, journal entries, and month‑end close processes.
• Prepare analysis and review financial information to inform decision making.
• Collaborate with finance professionals to gain practical exposure to corporate finance.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Attention to detail

Curiosity

Education

Pursuing a four-year accounting degree

Accounting major

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Job description

Finance Internship – Accounting & Budgeting

Department - Finance

Minimum Education Level: Rising Junior

Preferred Majors: Accounting

ISO New England is the independent system operator responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable flow of electricity in our region and planning for the future of the electric grid. We are at the forefront of New England’s ongoing transition to clean energy.

Launch your finance career while helping keep New England’s power grid running. ISO New England is looking for a motivated accounting student ready to turn classroom knowledge into real-world experience.

In this internship, you’ll work with finance professionals, strengthen your Excel and accounting skills, and contribute to meaningful budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis that supports a mission-driven organization serving millions of people across New England.

If you’re a rising junior majoring in Accounting and eager to build practical finance experience, this internship is designed for you. You’ll support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting, reconciliations, and monthly accounting activities while learning how strong financial management supports reliable operations at a major regional organization.

You’ll gain hands‑on exposure to corporate finance, collaborate with experienced professionals, and build skills that can help you stand out as you prepare for a career in accounting, budgeting, financial analysis, or business operations.

Who we are

ISO New England is one of the most important energy organizations many people have never heard of. We oversee the 24/7 operation of the power grid across the six New England states and administer the region’s $10+ billion wholesale electricity marketplace. Our work helps ensure more than 14 million people can reliably turn on the lights, power their communities, take care of their families, and live comfortably every day.

About The Department

The Finance Department at ISO New England is responsible for safeguarding and growing the company’s assets while ensuring compliance with audit requirements, generally accepted accounting principles, and the highest ethical standards. The team establishes and maintains financial policies and procedures that keep the organization running smoothly and responsibly.

What You’ll Be Working On

As a Finance Intern, you’ll support the organization’s financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting activities. You may help prepare analysis, review financial information, support reporting needs, assist with reconciliations and journal entries, and contribute to month‑end close processes. Your work will give you a practical look at how finance teams use data, controls, and analysis to guide smart business decisions.

How You’ll Make an Impact

Your contributions will help strengthen the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of ISO New England’s financial operations. By supporting budgeting, reporting, forecasting, and accounting activities, you’ll help the finance team maintain disciplined financial management and provide insights that support critical business decisions. This is a chance to see how accounting and finance connect directly to an essential public mission.

What We Look For

• Current enrollment in a four-year accounting program; rising junior preferred
• Interest in budgeting, forecasting, accounting operations, financial reporting, or business analysis
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
• Strong technical aptitude and comfort learning accounting or finance applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Curiosity, attention to detail, professionalism, and a willingness to learn
• Previous work experience in a professional setting preferred

This employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position (ex: H-1B, F-1/CPT/OPT, O-1, E-3, TN, J, etc.).

The expected hourly range for this position is $19-$36 per hour, depending on your year in college. Interns are eligible for some paid time off benefits and have access to our wellness program. Our internships also provide interns with exposure to the energy industry, mentorships, and real‑world experience.

This is a U.S. based role. If the successful candidate resides outside of the U.S., relocation will be required.

To be eligible for an internship with ISO New England, a candidate must have completed at least the first year of college and be currently enrolled in a four year or graduate-level academic program. Candidates must have the authority to work in the US on a permanent basis, without requiring sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity: We are proud to be an EEO employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship, national origin, age, ancestry, marital status, disability (including learning, mental, intellectual, and physical), service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Drug Free Environment: We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.