Job Description
Overview
RTI International seeks a prospect for the Financial Analyst Internship within the Contracts and Finance Organization.
This internship is a contract position. The employment contract is administered by Greene Resources Powered by Array, RTI's supplemental staffing partner.
This opportunity will provide experience in the RTI Finance organization as well as exposure to the Federal government contracting industry. Intern will gain skills in finance and budgeting, critical thinking/problem solving skills, and communicating and collaboration in a team environment.
The Financial Analyst Intern will play a key role in supporting the Pricing team's budget and cost proposal development processes across multiple RTI business units.
Learning Objectives: - Learning and improving skills such as critical thinking, writing, verbal communication, research, technology, teamwork, leadership, and equity and belonging.
- Professionalism by building integrity through work ethic, personal accountability, professional image, and ethical behavior.
Responsibilities
- Actively participate in RTI's onboarding process to learn RTI's financial processes and procedures.
- Review documents to identify financial or contractual risk issues.
- Accurately prepare budgets and financial reports in a timely manner.
- Compile documentation to submit business proposals to a variety of clients including federal and state governments, international organizations, commercial firms, and foundations.
- Update data in financial forecasting software and obtain necessary review by financial analyst and manager.
- Collaborate with RTI pricing analysts on a variety of proposals.
- Perform other duties and cross training as assigned.
RTI's Internship Program emphasizes experiential and mentored learning experiences. Interns are exposed to the institute's mission to improve the human condition through projects, professional development trainings, and networking. Program participants have opportunities to engage with staff and fellow interns virtually and in-person. Each summer, interns are encouraged to participate in RTI's annual internship showcase. A two-day hybrid event, the end-of-summer celebration showcases internship experiences and achievements. Come and grow with us!
Additional Information This is a paid internship. The position can be fully remote or hybrid. The internship duration is May 2025 through September 2025. The internship requires a minimum commitment of 40 hours per week. Hours are flexible during business hours, Monday through Friday.
Qualifications
- U.S. Citizenship
- Current or rising junior/senior enrolled in a 4-year university, majoring in business, finance, economics, or accounting.
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Related experience and/or interest in government contracting, financial analysis, project management, and/or risk assessment.
- Ability to adjust quickly to changing circumstances, priorities, and environments, while maintaining effectiveness and focus.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience in Adobe and the ability to compile PDFs into one single document
- Analytical skills, accuracy with work, and attention to detail.
- Capable of working independently and with teammates to complete business proposals in coordination with members from the technical, contractual, financial and administrative units.
- Ability to search share drives, internal website, or other databases.
- Passion for continuous improvement and learning.
- Demonstrates sound judgement.
EEO & Pay Equity Statements
As a global employer of choice, RTI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace and the communities and markets where we serve our mission. We value diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective and welcome applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, creed, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws or RTI policy.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Further information is available here.
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Equal Pay Act Minimum/Range
$20 Hourly Pay Rate
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Contract work, Summer work, Summer internship, Remote job, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,