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MARKHAM · 3 months ago

Business Operations Internship, Spring 2026 (Based in Washington, DC)

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$18/hr - $18/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

Markham is a full-service, creative event management and production firm serving Fortune 500 companies, associations, and nonprofit foundations around the world. The Finance and New Business Intern will support the Finance and New Business departments by assisting with various tasks such as accounting journal entries, budget tracking, and financial data entry, providing valuable hands-on experience in these key business areas.

Events Services

Responsibilities

Assisting with accounting journal entries, accounts payables, and payroll

Assisting with developing systems and tools related to financial grants or financial project management

Updating budget tracking tools

Maintenance of clean, organized work areas

Perform general office duties such as filing, data entry, and document management

Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Finance team

Support budgeting and forecasting activities

Conduct financial data entry and verification

Help with accounts payable and receivable processes

Help with research related to new business opportunities

Managing proposals timelines

Qualification

Financial analysisBudgetingData entryGoogle DocsMicrosoft ExcelCommunicationOrganizational skillsTeamwork

Required

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Experience in numbers and good math skills are essential

Experience with data entry programs such as Process Review, General Ledger, Project Setup, Closeout, and other sub-functions

Excellent written and verbal skills

Experience in Google Docs, Google Slides, and Google Sheets is a must

Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is a must

Experience with Zoom and other online conferencing tools

Professional phone etiquette and customer service skills

Interest in a career in finance management or people & culture

Well-organized with an eye for detail

Ability to work individually and as part of a team

Ability to work well under minimal supervision

Ability to work on multiple projects at one time in an efficient manner

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Available to work overtime and weekends

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

Opportunity to pick up more hours outside business hours and on the weekends

Opportunity to extend based on performance and academic schedule

Company

MARKHAM

Markham is a creative events agency with a passion for crafting strategic, immersive, and unforgettable experiences for brands, businesses, and organizations that want to make a lasting impact.

Founded in 2006