Summer 2026 Accounting & Finance Internship

ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION

NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower-carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure and cost-effective energy through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction capacity at Rio Grande LNG. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility near Brownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development, sufficient space at the site for up to 10 liquefaction trains, and a potential carbon capture and storage project. NextDecade's common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol "NEXT." NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com.

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

NextDecade Finance, Accounting & Commercial Internships

At NextDecade, we are building the future of energy through innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. Our Accounting & Finance Internship Program gives motivated students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in corporate finance and accounting within the LNG industry.

These internships are designed to expose students to both day-to-day functions and strategic initiatives. Interns will have the opportunity to learn how financial data, reporting, and analysis drive decision-making at every level of our business.

Examples of Potential Intern Projects

To give you a sense of the type of work interns have supported, past projects have included :

Accounting & Finance

o Supporting journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.

o Developing financial reports and variance analyses.

o Assisting with budgeting and forecasting.

o Researching accounting standards and supporting audit readiness.

o Analyzing operational or capital expenditures for leadership reporting.

Commercial

o Understanding commercial operations and LNG business drivers.

o Researching small-scale natural gas producers in regions like the Permian and Eagle Ford.

o Supporting gas supply strategy analysis and feedgas-to-LNG supply chain learning.

o Performing freight calculations, including LNG shipping cost modeling.

o Creating tools such as an emissions calculator for EU ETS and IMO compliance.

(Please note : These examples represent past intern work and may not reflect the specific opportunities available in the current cycle.)

What We're Looking For

• Students graduating May 2027 through December 2028, pursuing degrees in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business or a related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and an ability to learn financial systems.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive attitude, curiosity, and willingness to learn.
• Interest in the energy or LNG industry.

What You'll Gain

Location : These internship will be located in Houston, TX.

At NextDecade, we are committed to providing our interns with a meaningful experience that goes beyond the typical office work. You'll be actively involved in projects that matter, and your contributions will help shape the future of energy.

Duration and Compensation : This internship program typically lasts 10 weeks during the June 2026 - early August 2026 offering valuable exposure to the LNG and energy industry. Compensation and additional benefits will be discussed during the interview process.

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment with occasional work within or outside of a complex construction environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers / fax, filing cabinets, etc. This is primarily a sedentary role; however, the incumbent must be able to stand and / or sit continuously to perform all essential job functions for a full shift.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with ADA-recognized disabilities to perform the essential functions for the job.

If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

NEXTDECADE VALUES

NextDecade provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecade complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.