Intern - Operational Finance (Summer 2027) - Haskell

Turner Construction Company•Lueders, TX

About The Position

Participate in a structured summer intern program applying academic knowledge to real-world business scenarios. The internship develops foundational knowledge of Operational Finance through training in accounting fundamentals, project finance concepts, and financial systems. The intern supports day-to-day financial management activities across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Reconciliation, and Special Services, and contributes to data collection, reporting, analysis, and process improvements related to budgeting, cost tracking, variance analysis, and operational performance metrics. The role also provides exposure to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data tools used to support financial analysis, efficiency, and reporting. The assignment may support learning applicable to educational credits. Depending on the assignment, the intern may work on a single construction project at a job site or at an office supporting multiple projects. Some travel may be required, and reliable transportation is needed. The intern is expected to participate fully in the program, complete learning requirements and assigned responsibilities, and coordinate with supervisors to prioritize work and deliver program and project outcomes. The work environment is regularly an office or remote setting, with occasional work at construction sites. Site work may involve moving mechanical parts, elevated or precarious locations, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather, and electrical-shock risks. The position requires compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws. Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Be enrolled in an accredited two- or four-year college or university degree program in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with at least one year of coursework completed, or have an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Be at least 18 years old to work at a construction project site.
Be willing to work a standard work week.
Have a basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), such as journal entries and the general ledger.
Demonstrate interpersonal skills through leadership, campus involvement, or community activities.
Show interest in how finance supports construction projects and business operations, including the use of data and emerging technologies.
Be able to take direction, listen actively, ask questions, and complete tasks by established deadlines.
Be highly organized and detail-oriented in documentation and data entry.
Have clear, professional verbal and written communication skills in English.
Be self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
Be able to work independently with guidance and collaboratively as part of a team.
Have proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications and intermediate Excel skills, and familiarity with collaboration tools such as Teams and SharePoint.
Be willing to learn how to apply AI tools to improve financial processes.
Have reliable transportation and be willing to travel as required.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of AI tools and interest in applying them to improve financial processes.

Responsibilities

Participate fully in the Intern Program, meet learning requirements, take ownership of assigned responsibilities, and coordinate with supervisors to prioritize work and complete deliverables.
Learn and apply Turner financial accounting processes, including construction accounting principles, earnings, and revenue recognition, with supervisor guidance.
Follow company and Finance policies for financial reporting, confidentiality, and data governance.
Develop communication, conflict-resolution, teamwork, and direction-taking skills while maintaining professional relationships with colleagues, clients, and business partners.
Participate in training sessions, meetings, project site visits, and other Intern Program learning opportunities.
Review billing details against client contractual requirements and review contracts and invoice backup for accurate accounts receivable.
Help validate project-cost coding and compare invoices and expenses with project cost-coding structures.
Support invoice processing for the Shared Services Organization and verify subcontractor and vendor account status, including lien waivers and recoded costs, for accurate month-end work-in-place reporting.
Assist with budget analysis and cost reallocations by preparing journal entries and supporting the month-end close process.
Help monitor project cash flow, including billings, collections, and payments, and prepare payments-held reports for team visibility and communication.
Support underbilling and overbilling analysis and participate in team meetings concerning project status.
Gain exposure to AI-enabled tools and data analytics techniques for financial analysis, reporting, and process efficiency.
Contribute to process improvements, identifying opportunities to use AI and automation to standardize financial workflows, templates, and reports.
Prepare ad hoc analyses and presentations for financial reviews and management requests.
Share periodic progress updates with the supervisor and participate in feedback conversations to support learning and professional growth.
Perform other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.