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Job Description




Empower Your Future with a Nationwide Controllership Internship!




Launch your accounting career with hands-on experience at one of the nation's leading financial services and insurance companies.



At Nationwide, we don't just offer internships ---we offer a launchpad for your future. Our internship program is designed to give students the opportunity to apply your classroom knowledge in a dynamic, real-world environment while gaining exposure to the inner workings of a Fortune 100 company.




About Nationwide



As a recognized leader in the Financial Services and Insurance industry, Nationwide is committed to innovation, integrity, and excellence. We're looking for curious, driven, and collaborative students who are ready to grow into tomorrow's leaders.




About the Finance Controllership Team



Join a forward-thinking team that's redefining the future of finance through innovation and technology. You'll work alongside professionals who are passionate about:

• Accounting and financial reporting

• Business process optimization


• Risk management and compliance

Interns will have the opportunity to work across a variety of teams, including:

• Financial Reporting


• Accounting Operations


• Reinsurance Accounting


• Financial Reporting Controls


• Tax


• Customer & Project Support

What You'll Do as an Intern



As a Finance Controllership Intern, you'll gain exposure to meaningful work that builds your skills. Your responsibilities may include:

• Leading a self-directed continuous improvement project

• Reviewing and updating standard operating procedures


• Assisting with financial reporting and special projects


• Reconciling balance sheets


• Preparing statutory accounting schedules and documentation


• Supporting process automation initiatives


• Auditing expenses and preparing escheat filings


• Managing risk and controls, including testing and reporting


• Assisting with tax return preparation and filing

You'll leave with a deeper understanding of corporate accounting, regulatory compliance, and how finance drives business strategy.




What You'll Gain

• Real-world experience with impactful projects


• Mentorship from experienced professionals


• Networking opportunities with leaders across the organization


• Professional development workshops and events


• Collaborative culture that values your ideas and contributions

Ready to Take the Next Step?



If you're an accounting student looking to gain hands-on experience, build your professional network, and make a real impact-Nationwide is the place for you.




Apply today and empower your future with Nationwide!




This internship will be hybrid in Columbus, Ohio.




Nationwide does not participate in the Stem OPT Extension program. At its sole discretion, Nationwide determines whether to offer sponsorship for qualifying positions based on business need and budget. However, it is not usually available for entry level roles.



Nationwide pays on a geographic-specific salary structure and placement within the actual starting salary range for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; and other conditions of employment.



The national hourly pay range for Nationwide Internships is: $23 - $50