2026 Summer Intern - Accounting

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects from planning through construction. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, award-winning water reuse projects, and efficient construction management practices that ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.

We are looking for ambitious achievers to join our 2026 Kickstart Internship Program!

As an accounting intern you will get the opportunity to rotate through our different accounting groups including billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial planning, payroll, and corporate accounting. Your work will support project teams providing solutions for water resources, water quality, wastewater and water treatment, and recycled water planning and implementation issues that our water environment, transportation, and industrial sector clients are facing.

What we can offer you

• Meaningful Projects and Work
• Mentorship
• Professional Development
• Networking and Collaboration

A Day in the Life of an Accounting Intern:

• Understanding of how project data is used to invoice clients
• Turning financial data into useable reports for management and stakeholders
• Working with the finance team to manage an accounting system upgrade
• Understanding how timesheets turn into paycheck and how different state rules and regulations affect payroll
• Processing client payments and paying our vendors

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• Completion of a minimum of junior (third-year) standing in an accredited engineering program
• Experience using Excel and other Microsoft 365 Applications

Pay rate for this position is anticipated to be $20 to $25 per hour, and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, skills, licensure/certifications, seniority, geographic location, and performance.

Intern Benefits Summary: As a Kickstart intern, you'll enjoy the benefits package designed to support you during your experience. Choose between quality medical coverage or a $150 monthly stipend if you have other coverage, plus receive $15 per month toward your cell phone costs. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in our 401(k) plan and accrue paid sick time throughout the program, ensuring that your well-being and future are always a priority.

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