Finance / Accounting Internship-Summer 2026

Job Description

How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing. And that s exactly what it will do at BAE Systems. You'll hit the ground running with a company truly committed to your growth as you enjoy a special camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. Build your future at BAE Systems.

As an intern you will participate in our nationwide Internship & Co-Op Program, LEAP, where you will have the opportunity to Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. You will also have access to additional benefits such as, networking with BAE Systems employees and other students, participating in exciting real-world projects, joining exclusive informational sessions with senior leaders, and expanding mentorship opportunities and career development.

In this position, you will be supporting the Combat Mission Systems (CMS) Business. This position is expected to be hybrid with on-site support local to our York, PA, Sterling Heights, MI, or Phoenix, AZ sites. Accounting majors have the potential to be remote. Relocation will not be offered; housing is not provided.

As an Accounting / Finance intern, you will :

Support one of the Accounting or Finance teams in everyday processes

Report to the Manager / Director of responsible function selected and will work directly with various leaders and specialist

Develop professional skills in Accounting and Finance in a manufacturing environment in the Defense Industry

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Must be enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree Program pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field

Should have the ability to perform entry-level program finance analysis, basic concepts of accounting, and / or financial management

Solid computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)

Basic problem solving acuity and basic experience with Microsoft Office tools with emphasis on Excel

Strong written and verbal communication skills, to include the ability to prepare professional business letters and memorandums

Ability to multi-task and work efficiently under deadlines

Sound professional judgment, business acumen, attention to detail, and ability to plan and organize

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range : $39861 - $53766

Please note : This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to : business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20 hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Finance / Accounting Internship-Summer 2026

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