
Finance Internship - Fall 2025 at Shift Markets. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Intern to support our finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in exploring the inner workings of a finance department, gaining exposure to executive-level operations, and learning how strategic financial decisions are made within a global organization. . Internships at Shift Markets are designed to provide students with hands-on training, similar to a university lab course, which enriches the educational experience. The goal is to add professional context to the student’s specialized academic program for the upcoming academic year. A major in Finance (or a related major, such as Accounting), is best suited for tying this internship to an academic program. . With mentorship and guidance from our Finance team, the intern will: . . Learn how to collect, organize, and analyze financial and operational data in support of corporate development initiatives, gaining exposure to areas such as transaction management and due diligence processes. . . Observe and participate in reviews of internal processes to understand how operational efficiency is assessed and how cost comparisons are made between internal and external service providers. . . Gain insight into the development of financial policies, procedures, and supporting documentation, under the supervision of senior finance leaders. . . Learn how to assist with audit preparation, including compiling supporting materials and understanding communications with external auditors. . . Research vendors and gain experience in cost benchmarking to support pricing and negotiation strategies. . . Explore how internal controls and compliance documentation are tracked and maintained. . . Assist in the budgeting and forecasting process, learning how financial models and forecasts are developed. . . Gain exposure to treasury operations, such as tracking fund transfers and reviewing cash flow reports. . . Observe the creation and refinement of departmental goals and finance metrics dashboards. . . Attend cross-functional meetings and learn how to capture key financial insights and action items. . . Participate in special projects related to cybersecurity awareness and fraud prevention in financial workflows. . . This is an unpaid internship. This internship requires 15-20 hours per week, and is remote. Internships with Shift are conducted without entitlement to a paid job at the conclusion of the internship. . The ideal intern is familiar with the following programs used by our company: . Microsoft Excel (experience preferred) . Google Apps . Notion . QuickBooks Online . The ideal intern already has these required skills: . Ability to receive constructive feedback to refine and improve . Self-motivated and able to focus in a remote environment . Proven ability to complete projects autonomously and independently . Adapts well to quickly changing priorities . Ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment . Demonstrable research skills . Financial modeling skills a plus . Students who are successful in this internship typically demonstrate:. Strong interest in finance and accounting . Excellent attention to detail and written communication skills . Willingness to learn new tools and technologies . Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism . Proactive, organized, and eager to learn . Company Location: United States.