Salary Range: 27 to 42 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-hour-wage)

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.

Job Description:

Our 2026 Summer Internship program is a wonderful opportunity for rising 2027 graduates to immerse themselves in an innovative and mission driven culture. Our 10-week paid internship program will provide you with hands on mentorship, an opportunity to add real contribution to our company via your internship project, and a possible job offer at the end. You will have the chance to make lifelong friendships, expand your network, and learn all about what it's like to work in a high-growth, fast scaling tech unicorn. You'll take part in company sponsored events and enjoy exploring a new city. Read on below to learn more about this unique internship!

Over the 10-week internship, the Accounting Intern will support the finance team on key initiatives related to system implementations, account reconciliations, and process documentation. They will gain exposure to monthly close activities, audit preparation, and financial reporting. The intern will also complete an assigned project focused on improving efficiency or automation within a core accounting process and present their findings at the end of the internship.

Project Goals & Deliverables:

Support accounting team initiatives related to system implementation, data accuracy, and process efficiency.
Gain hands-on experience with monthly close procedures, reconciliations, and internal controls.
Identify and propose at least one improvement opportunity within Shield AI’s accounting processes or tools.

Required qualifications:

You are an undergraduate, graduate or PhD student expected to graduate in December 2026 or Spring 2027.
Foundational knowledge of accounting principles and financial statements
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software (Workiva)
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Effective written and verbal communication skills

KPIs & Milestones:

Completion of assigned accounting tasks and reconciliations with accuracy and timeliness
Successful contribution to at least one system implementation or process improvement initiative
Delivery of a final presentation or summary report with data-driven recommendations
Demonstrated improvement in efficiency or documentation quality within the assigned process area
Positive feedback from project mentors and accounting team members on collaboration and initiative

Intern Program Dates:

June 1st - Aug 7th

June 22nd - Aug 28th

*You MUST be available to start on EITHER June 1st or June 22nd.

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Shield AI is proud to offer competitive pay and a housing stipend for qualified hires. While our People Experience team provides resources and assistance, interns are responsible to find their own housing and travel to and from their office location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.

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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Accounting Intern – 2026 Summer Intern

Shield AI

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