Accounting Internship (Summer 2026)

Zurich Insurance • Schaumburg, IL

101d • $22 • Remote

About The Position

Zurich is a leading global insurance company dedicated to helping individuals, businesses, and communities face a world of risks with confidence. As part of our commitment to nurturing talent, we are offering internship opportunities for Summer 2026 within our Accounting organization. This internship provides a unique opportunity to work with professionals, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to meaningful projects that impact our customers and communities. As an Accounting Intern at Zurich, you will be an integral part of our Accounting organization. You will have the opportunity to work in one of the following teams: Financial Reporting, General Accounting, or Accounting Policy. Under the guidance of experienced professionals and mentors, you will contribute to real projects and tasks that enhance the efficiency of our financial processes.

Requirements

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or related field.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program and will be enrolled in the Fall of 2026.
• Two or more years of college coursework (should be a rising Junior or Senior) and no prior years of experience required in the Administrative area.
• Microsoft Office experience.
• Be legally eligible to work in the U.S indefinitely.

Nice To Haves

• Cumulative GPA at/above 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Problem solving skills in customer focused environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in a leadership role.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to specific areas within the Accounting organization, including Financial Reporting, General Accounting, or Accounting Policy.
• Understand insurance Profit & Loss (P&L) statements and financial operations.
• Develop basic/intermediate skills in SAP BPC application and Business Objects queries.
• Acquire advanced Excel skills and capabilities for data analysis.
• Learn about international accounting standards and proper interaction with other departments.
• Explore other functional areas within Zurich through day-to-day work.
• Develop a deep understanding of insurance operations.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience working on impactful projects.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
• Opportunities to participate in community impact projects.
• Networking activities with professionals and interns.
• Insights into the operations of a global industry leader in commercial insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree