Accounting Intern

LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND OF HOUSTON • Houston, TX

7d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lighthouse of Houston is seeking an Accounting Intern for a two-month summer assignment. This internship provides hands-on accounting and audit support to the Accounting/Finance Department of a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization serving the blind and low-vision community. The intern will work with the Controller, Chief Financial Officer, and accounting staff, and work will be reviewed to support learning, accuracy, and compliance.

The opportunity includes collaborative projects, job shadowing, professional development, and direct mentorship. Learning areas include nonprofit accounting and compliance, general ledger accounting, audit preparation, and how accounting supports a mission-driven organization. The organization’s mission is to enable and empower people who are blind or low vision to realize their full potential. The intern is expected to demonstrate the organization’s LIGHT Principles of Leadership, Integrity, Growth, Humility, and Trust, and to contribute to a team-oriented, continuous-learning environment.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a college or university as a junior or senior.
• Currently enrolled in Accounting or a related field.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn.
• Team player committed to continuous learning and teamwork.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework in financial or intermediate accounting.
• Interest in nonprofit accounting or public service.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate behaviors and actions consistent with The Lighthouse of Houston’s core values and mission.
• Assist with maintaining and organizing the chart of accounts.
• Enter and code transactions into the general ledger.
• Review, organize, and clean up historical audit schedules.
• Assist in preparing schedules and documentation for upcoming audits.
• Support month-end and year-end accounting processes.
• Assist with filing, documentation, and reconciliation support.
• Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern