Summer 2026 Accounting & Finance Internship

NextDecade•Houston, MN

53d•Onsite

About The Position

NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower-carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure and cost-effective energy through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction capacity at Rio Grande LNG. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility near Brownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development, sufficient space at the site for up to 10 liquefaction trains, and a potential carbon capture and storage project. NextDecade's common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol "NEXT." NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com. NextDecade Finance, Accounting & Commercial Internships At NextDecade, we are building the future of energy through innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. Our Accounting & Finance Internship Program gives motivated students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in corporate finance and accounting within the LNG industry. These internships are designed to expose students to both day-to-day functions and strategic initiatives. Interns will have the opportunity to learn how financial data, reporting, and analysis drive decision-making at every level of our business. Examples of Potential Intern Projects To give you a sense of the type of work interns have supported, past projects have included: Accounting & Finance o Supporting journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities. o Developing financial reports and variance analyses. o Assisting with budgeting and forecasting. o Researching accounting standards and supporting audit readiness. o Analyzing operational or capital expenditures for leadership reporting. Commercial o Understanding commercial operations and LNG business drivers. o Researching small-scale natural gas producers in regions like the Permian and Eagle Ford. o Supporting gas supply strategy analysis and feedgas-to-LNG supply chain learning. o Performing freight calculations, including LNG shipping cost modeling. o Creating tools such as an emissions calculator for EU ETS and IMO compliance. (Please note: These examples represent past intern work and may not reflect the specific opportunities available in the current cycle.) At NextDecade, we are committed to providing our interns with a meaningful experience that goes beyond the typical office work. You'll be actively involved in projects that matter, and your contributions will help shape the future of energy.

Requirements

Students graduating May 2027 through December 2028, pursuing degrees in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business or a related field.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with attention to detail.
Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial statements.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and an ability to learn financial systems.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
A proactive attitude, curiosity, and willingness to learn.
Interest in the energy or LNG industry.

Responsibilities

Supporting journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
Developing financial reports and variance analyses.
Assisting with budgeting and forecasting.
Researching accounting standards and supporting audit readiness.
Analyzing operational or capital expenditures for leadership reporting.
Understanding commercial operations and LNG business drivers.
Researching small-scale natural gas producers in regions like the Permian and Eagle Ford.
Supporting gas supply strategy analysis and feedgas-to-LNG supply chain learning.
Performing freight calculations, including LNG shipping cost modeling.
Creating tools such as an emissions calculator for EU ETS and IMO compliance.