Accounting Graduate Student Intern - Mississippi State University

Camgian Corporation • Starkville, MS

20h • Onsite

About The Position

As an Accounting Graduate Student Intern, you will support Camgian’s Finance & Contracts department across budgeting, forecasting, project accounting, audit support, and compliance initiatives. This role provides hands-on exposure to federal contracting accounting requirements, cost tracking, financial analysis, internal controls, and operational finance within a high-growth defense technology environment.

This is a part-time position based out of our headquarters in Starkville, MS designed for graduate students who are detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and eager to build a strong foundation in applied accounting while continuing their graduate studies. This is a paid internship, with an expectation of 20 hours per week during the summer semester, and with an option to extend the internship through the fall and spring semesters.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in the MSU Adkerson School of Accountancy.
• Expected B.S. in Accounting with a completion date in Spring 2026.
• Intention to pursue Master of Professional Accountancy or Master of Taxation.
• Strong proficiency with Excel (lookups, pivot tables, basic formulas).
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential financial data with discretion.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with accounting concepts such as accruals, revenue recognition, and cost allocation.
• Interest in government contracting, auditing, and internal controls.
• Exposure to accounting systems.
• Willingness to learn FAR/DFARS requirements and DCAA audit expectations.
• Strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly close tasks, including expense reviews, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Support accounts payable coding, invoice review, and verification of supporting documentation.
• Help update and maintain fixed asset records, lease schedules, and depreciation tracking.
• Assist with preparation of journal entries and financial schedules.
• Help maintain audit-ready documentation for credit card transactions, expense reports, timekeeping, and project costs.
• Assist with the development of automated financial processes and documentation improvements.
• Support data validation, cleanup, and process standardization efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in corporate accounting within a DoD-focused environment.
• Exposure to financial compliance, program controls, and real-world cost accounting.
• Practical application of accounting and auditing concepts.
• Mentorship from an experienced finance leader.
• Enjoy a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive team culture focused on continuous learning and experimentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern