Accounting Intern - Fall 2026

MSU Federal Credit Union • East Lansing, MI

2d • $15 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Intern supports core accounting operations with a strong focus on accounts payable, including processing and routing invoices, reviewing expense reports, handling corporate card reimbursements, and performing general ledger reconciliations. The intern partners closely with AP, accounting specialists, and other teams on recurring tasks and special projects while demonstrating strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to member service. The position suits someone pursuing an accounting degree who can work both independently and within a team, adapts to change, and contributes to a positive and service‑driven environment.

The MSUFCU Internship Program is designed to support interns in developing career readiness competencies as defined by NACE. Throughout the internship program, interns will gain hands-on experience and enhance essential skills that prepare them for success and career growth. Interns will have the opportunity to develop competencies in career and self-development, communication, critical thinking, equity and inclusion, leadership, professionalism, teamwork, and technology.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Actively pursuing Associate or Bachelor degree in related field of study
• Demonstrates empathy and a commitment to providing superior member service
• Ability to assess member needs and offer alternatives
• Displays high level of integrity
• Seeks continuous learning and improvement through feedback and other means
• Ability to be a self-starter and work successfully in a team-oriented environment
• Open to change and to considerable variety in the workplace
• High level of both written and oral communication skills
• Ability to develop constructive and cooperative relationships with others, and maintain them over time
• Ability to analyze problems and to arrive at a proper solution
• Demonstrates a commitment to the community and giving back
• Accepts responsibility and is accountable for high-quality results
• Ability to cross-sell products and services as beneficial to members
• Displays high level of creativity and innovation
• Fosters a positive, energizing, fun, and diverse environment
• Careful attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Verifies and posts transactions to journals, ledgers and other records/systems
• Prepares reports, statements, and invoices for processing
• Balances and reconciles general ledger accounts
• Assists with internal and external audits, and NCUA Examinations
• Assist in each accounting function including accounts payable, accounts receivable, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree