Summer Intern – Administration / Accounting Intern
The mission of the Allen Institute is to unlock the complexities of bioscience and advance our knowledge to improve human health.
Using an open science, multi-scale, team-oriented approach, the Allen Institute focuses on accelerating foundational research, developing standards and models, and cultivating new ideas to make a broad, transformational impact on science.
The mission of the Allen Institute administration team is to provide support and structure to the scientific divisions.
Coinciding with the team science approach, administration helps facilitate team learning and the overall mission of the institute.
We are seeking a summer intern to join the Finance department for the summer of 2024.
They will work on rotatation through three key accounting teams (general ledger/close, fixed assets and accounts payable) and perform a mix of operational activities and a value added project, such as fixed asset reporting in Power BI, documentation of process steps for monthly journal entries, compiling FAQ’s for accounts payable.
The Allen Institute believes that team science significantly benefits from the participation of diverse voices, experiences and backgrounds.
High-quality science can only be produced when it includes different perspectives.
We are committed to increasing diversity across every team and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for this role.
*Please note that this internship is located out of Seattle, WA.
Both housing and travel support is available to qualifying interns.
Educational Objectives
Understanding of Accounts Payable systems and processes, including key internal controls
Understanding of standard monthly journal entries and processes, such as accruals, lease accounting, and account reconciliations
Understanding accounting for capital assets, including capitalization criteria and depreciation, and fixed asset tracking
Develop excel and Power BI skills
Applicant Requirements
Must be enrolled in, or a 2024 graduate of an accredited associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree program
Must be able to start on either June 3rd or June 17th, 2024 and commit to the full 10-week program
Must be eligible to work in the United States for the duration of the internship
Must be 18 years of age or older
Work Environment
Open Office Environment
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Interns are expected to work 35-40 hours a week throughout the 10-week period
This role is expected to work onsite for the majority of working hours.
The primary work location for this role is 615 Westlake Ave N.
, with the flexibility to work remotely on a limited basis.
Additional Comments
**Please note, this opportunity does not sponsor work visas**
**Travel and/or housing stipend available to qualifying interns**
Compensation
$19.
97 per hour (non-negotiable)
Benefits
Interns will accrue paid sick days and receive a free Seattle transportation card (ORCA Business Passport)
It is the policy of the Allen Institute to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
In addition, the Allen Institute will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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