Intern - Accounting in Norfolk, Virginia at COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA DBA VIRGINIA PORT A

The Internship Opportunity: Accounting

The Port of Virginia – Virginia Port Authority is seeking an Accounting Intern to detail inter-company process scope on invoicing, payments, reconciliations & reporting, and to streamline the flow of these transactions.

The Port of Virginia's 8-Week Summer Internship Program runs from June 2, 2025 - July 25, 2025, and is designed to develop, teach, and mentor undergraduate and graduate students as they explore career opportunities within the maritime industry. Students will have the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to hands on, project-focused tasks in various departments throughout The Port of Virginia.

What You’ll Do: Outcomes & Experience

• Gain understanding of how the Accounting department works.
• Interact with other financial departments such as General Accounting, Payroll, Accounts Payable/Receivable, and Billing.

Who You Are: Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled and in an accredited program or graduate program (having completed freshman / first year) during the time of the program.
• Must be available to work full time (40 hours per week) from June 2, 2025 to July 25, 2025.
• Must attach a resume and cover letter.

You Should Know: Disclosures

The Port of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and therefore does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, disability or national origin.

Selected applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment background check which may include any of the following: Academic record and verification of education and/or certifications; Employment history (including references); Criminal history; Driving record; Fingerprinting; drug and alcohol testing, Fit for duty Physical, Other records or information related to the candidate's suitability for the position.

Selected applicant must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Card).