Summer Associate, Finance

The Rockefeller Foundation is seeking a Summer Associate or Intern for our Finance team.

We value our Summer Associates and Interns and want to invest in and mentor future leaders who will grow personally and professionally and create an impact in the philanthropic sector. As a Summer Associate or Intern at The Rockefeller Foundation, you will have the chance to contribute to our initiatives through engaging, meaningful work assignments. 

Program Details

• This position is open to undergraduate (rising Seniors) and graduate students.
• A cover letter is required.
• The 2025 summer program will run 11 weeks from June – August 2025.
• This position will be based in New York City with either a hybrid or fully remote schedule. Fully remote interns must be located in the United States. 

Pay Range: $25 - $35 hourly rate. This represents the present low and high end of the Foundation’s pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to experience. This is a non-exempt position and thus eligible for overtime pay. 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Data entry, digital filing, and record-keeping for RF, its public charity (RF Catalytic Capital, Inc.), and other related entities.
• Assists with journal entry preparation, accounts payable, and account reconciliations; participates in the monthly closing process.
• Assists with historical data migration between ERP systems.
• Monitors discrepancies in payments and accounting records; investigates variances.
• Monitors and reconciles intercompany balances between entities.
• Assists with annual tax return forms (990PF and 990) filings and supporting schedules.
• Participates in Finance team meetings, capturing key discussions, decisions, and action items.
• Ability to learn and support developing information for financial statements (i.e., statement of activities and statement of financial position) reconciliations.
• Supports Finance team (for RF and RFCC) on day-to-day accounting tasks and ad-hoc projects.

Education, Experience, and Skills

• Currently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate program in one of the following areas: Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Passion for using financial information as a tool for improved decision-making and working in the nonprofit sector.
• Attention to detail - able to complete tasks with a high level of accuracy.
• High level of organization and ability to manage deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (primarily Excel) and Financial ERP Systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills (both written and verbal) and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other team members.
• Collaborative, innovative, eager to learn, and interested in how the Foundation creates and implements strategies working alongside partners.
• Previous work experience in the non-profit/private foundation industry is preferred.
• Must be a proactive self-starter. 

• Must be authorized to work in the United States. 
• Committed to the mission of the Foundation.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Bias for Action: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.  
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. 
• Decision Quality: Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. 
• Plans and Aligns: Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. 
• Values Differences: Recognizes the value of different perspectives and commits to inclusion, equity, and diversity in every aspect of work.

About The Rockefeller Foundation

The Rockefeller Foundation is a pioneering philanthropy built on collaborative partnerships at the frontiers of science, technology, and innovation that enable individuals, families, and communities to flourish. We make big bets to promote the well-being of humanity. Today, we are focused on advancing human opportunity and reversing the climate crisis by transforming systems in food, health, energy, and finance. For more information, sign up for our newsletter at http://rockefellerfoundation.org and follow us on X @RockefellerFdn.

As an organization, we focus on six values to advance our culture and continue our success. We are dedicated to being Transparent, Optimistic, Accountable, Collaborative, Trusted, and Equitable. We operate from a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in everything that we do. It is not only the right thing to do – we could not make an impact without our team members' diverse perspectives and experiences. We expect all employees at the Foundation to contribute by developing their unique perspectives and talent, challenging conventional wisdom through evidence and reason, and amplifying marginalized voices. 

The Rockefeller Foundation is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and compliance with all federal, state, and local laws concerning employment discrimination, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. To this end, the Foundation ensures equal opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, lawful alien status, physical, mental, and medical disability, veteran status, liability for service in the United States Armed Forces, or any other protected status.  

The Rockefeller Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $25 - $35