Finance Intern (Summer 2026)

Washington, AR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Finance Intern

Job Summary
The Finance summer intern role is an integral part of the Payroll and Finance team supporting the administration of KIPP DCs payroll including but not limited to: payroll processing time tracking record keeping garnishments compliance and auditing. The intern will gain valuable experience in the field of education and contribute to the success of KIPP DCs mission. This is a summer intern role that runs for 9 weeks (June 1 2026 - July 31 2026) based on KIPP DC campuses with an anticipated start date of June 1st 2026.

About KIPP DC

For 25 years KIPP DC has partnered with students families and the community to create joyful academically excellent schools across the nations capital. Today our network of 22 schools educate more than 7500 students in grades PreK3-12 supported by 1500 dedicated teachers leaders and staff.

Our work is grounded in five pillarsAcademic Excellence Joy & Sense of Belonging Highly Effective Teachers and Leaders Safe Structured and Nurturing Learning Environments and Commitment to College Readinesswhich ensure every student is equipped with the knowledge skills and confidence to pursue success in college careers and beyond. Our schools combine high expectations with joyful affirming environments that nurture academic success and personal growth for students and staff alike.

As part of the national KIPP network we share best practices and innovations while maintaining deep roots in Washington D.C. Together we strive toward a future without limits for our students alumni and community.

About the team
The Payroll team is responsible for the administration of KIPP DCs payroll including but not limited to: payroll processing time tracking record keeping garnishments compliance and auditing.

About the Role
The Finance Summer Intern will support the Payroll and Finance Department with a focus of auditing SY26-27 new and returning offers validating changes processed the HRIS system of record which includes but not limited to new hires terminations job changes compensation changes leave requests time tracking etc. The intern will work closely with the HR and Benefits teams. This is a non-exempt position and will report to the Senior Director of Payroll.

Location and Type of Work
As a headquarters team that is focused on being responsive to our schools and meeting the needs of our students and families we approach our work in a way that reflects these priorities. This position will generally work independently and not regularly interface with students families or school teams. This position will primarily work from our headquarters office to maintain a connection to their colleagues and foster a sense of cross-functional collaboration. Because of the nature of this positions work this will allow for hybrid flexibility. This role will have approximately 50% flexibility to work remotely. (2 days a week)

Responsibilities

Audit new and returning offer letters 60%

Confirm signed offer has been uploaded in Workday
Validate employee information start/end dates compensation amount
Communicate discrepancies to the Payroll Manager

Audit payroll changes processed in the HRIS system 20%

New hires
Terminations
Job changes
Compensation changes
Leave requests
Time tracking

Review and approve state tax election forms and hourly staff leave request 10%

Confirm correct tax form has been completed
Validate the employees primary address aligns with the tax form completed
Email discrepancies to employee
Approve hourly staff leave requests based on the arrears pay schedule

Manage payroll processing inbox 10%

Respond to employee inquiries
Research analyze and resolve discrepancies
Report discrepancies to management as needed

Requirements & Preferences

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent (minimum required)
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program or recently graduated from an undergraduate program.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors degree
1- 3 years of payroll experience
Experience with Workday Payroll Processing (preferred)
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets (preferred)

Demonstrated Excellence in the Following Areas:

Commitment to Students and Schools: Demonstrates commitment to education reform believing in every childs potential for success and prioritizing students schools and the essential role of families.
Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving: Finds creative solutions to challenges that achieve broader goals of team and organization.
Project Management: Sets a high bar for own work and supports others to achieve desired team outcomes.
Communications and Influence: Demonstrates adept communication skills and influence to advance work by adjusting content and style.
Teamwork: Contributes to a supportive team culture fostering diverse work styles and maintaining a high performance standard.
Trust and Collaboration: Establishes and nurtures effective relationships with a diverse set of stakeholders to support the best outcomes for our work.
Cultural Humility: Advances KIPP DCs commitment to anti-racism by creating a diverse equitable and inclusive environment for all stakeholders.
Continuous Learning: Commits to continuous learning through feedback self reflection humility and action.

Benefits & Compensation

The KIPP DC summer internship program offers a competitive hourly wage of $18.00 allowing you to gain valuable experience while earning a decent income. Interns are eligible to work up to 30 hours per week providing flexibility to balance your work and personal life.

Please note that the program will follow the KIPP DC HDQ holiday calendar which includes two unpaid holidays: Juneteenth (June 19) and the 4th of July observation (July 3) giving you time to celebrate and recharge.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

KIPP DC Public Schools does not discriminate against or tolerate discrimination against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including but not limited to actual or perceived race color national origin immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal DC state or local law) religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth lactation and related medical conditions) age physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation gender (including gender identity or expression) marital status (including domestic partnership status) genetic information political affiliation pregnancy family responsibilities personal appearance veteran status uniform service member status status of being unemployed status of victim a survivor of domestic violence sexual offense or stalking matriculation or any other protected class under federal state DC or local law.

Click here or here to review KIPP DCs non-discrimination policy and KIPP DCs Title IX Coordinators contact information.

Please Note: If you encounter difficulties submitting your application or fail to receive a confirmation email after applying kindly reach out to Danica Cunningham at . Please include your name resume and specify the role you are applying for in your email. We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Required Experience:

Intern

Finance InternJob SummaryThe Finance summer intern role is an integral part of the Payroll and Finance team supporting the administration of KIPP DCs payroll including but not limited to: payroll processing time tracking record keeping garnishments compliance and auditing. The intern will gain valua...