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About this role
OTC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. OTC is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor—priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
Position Title: Accounting Intern (Summer 2026)
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Reports To: Accounting/Shared Services
Position Summary
Looking to put your accounting skills to the test outside the classroom? Join us this summer as an Accounting Intern! You'll get a front-row seat to how a real accounting team keeps a business running - from crunching numbers to helping with big-picture projects. This is a hands-on role where you'll learn, contribute, and have some fun along the way.
Key Responsibilities
- Dive into accounts payable/receivable tasks (you'll see what really happens behind those textbooks).
- Lend a hand with month-end close and learn how the financial puzzle comes together.
- Build, update, and organize spreadsheets and reports that actually get used.
- Assist with research and projects that make an impact
- Work alongside experienced accountants who love to share their knowledge.
Qualifications
- A current student working toward a degree in Accounting (sophomore/junior preferred).
- Comfortable with Excel and numbers.
- Someone who's curious, detail-oriented, and ready to learn.
- Strong communicator who works well in a team setting.
- Organized but flexible - because things move quickly around here!
What You Will Gain
- Real-world accounting experience to add to your resume.
- A chance to apply what you've learned in class to actual business situations.
- Mentorship and collaboration with finance professionals.
- An inside look at how a growing company makes financial decisions.
- A supportive team environment.
OTC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. OTC is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor—priority referral Protected Veterans requested.