Summer 2027 Internship, Accounting

About the Role

Ally Financial is seeking Accounting Interns for its Summer 2027 program. This internship offers the opportunity to transform classroom learning into meaningful real-world experience by working alongside talented teams, gaining exposure to various accounting disciplines, and contributing to business-supporting projects. Interns will connect with leaders, build professional networks, and develop skills for successful careers in accounting and finance.

Key Responsibilities

As an Accounting Intern, you will collaborate with experienced professionals to support accurate financial reporting and informed business decisions. Depending on your team assignment, responsibilities may include:

• Business Unit & Enterprise Accounting:
• Support accounting and reporting for Ally business lines and enterprise functions.
• Assist with account analysis, reconciliations, and financial reporting processes.
• Contribute to month-end and quarter-end close activities.
• Tax Accounting, Planning & Reporting:
• Assist in preparing tax provisions and related disclosures.
• Support tax forecasting and reporting activities.
• Contribute to tax return preparation and research efforts.
• Help evaluate the impact of tax law changes on the business.
• Financial Controls:
• Assist with testing and monitoring internal controls.
• Support documentation and governance activities.
• Help identify and address control-related issues while promoting process improvements.
• Financial Reporting:
• Support preparation of reports filed with the SEC, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q.
• Assist with regulatory and industry reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external auditors.

Program Details

• Program Start: May 2027
• Program End: August 2027
• Format: In-person internship with flexibility
• Schedule: 40 hours per week
• Compensation: Competitive hourly pay ($25.00 - $29.00)

What You'll Gain

• Formal onboarding and training
• Executive speaker series
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Meaningful project work
• Networking opportunities
• Leadership and career development programming
• Exposure to a variety of accounting functions

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Must be graduating between December 2027 and May 2029.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree and entering your senior year, or pursuing a Master's degree in Accounting at the time of the internship.
• Students entering their junior year may also be considered.
• Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Interest in obtaining CPA licensure.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to participate for the full duration of the internship.
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous accounting internship, project experience, or coursework demonstrating accounting knowledge.
• Leadership experience through student organizations, athletics, volunteer work, employment, or community involvement.
• Curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED equivalent.