What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance & Operations Intern position at SAN DIEGO CENTER FOR CHILDREN?
By joining the San Diego Center for Children, you will empower children and families through transformative mental health care and educational services. Our vision is to inspire a world where children and families live joyful, healthy lives. We serve over 1,000 people every day - are you ready to make an impact?
Join us - and work with purpose!
Internship Term: June 2026 – August 2026 (Flexible Based On School Schedules)
SUMMARY
The San Diego Center for Children is seeking a Finance Intern to support the effectiveness, accuracy, and integrity of financial and operational data that enables high-quality mental and behavioral health services across the organization. This paid internship is designed for a detail-oriented and analytical undergraduate student interested in gaining hands-on experience in finance, budgeting, and financial reporting within a mission-driven healthcare environment. The intern will work closely with members of the Finance team and collaborate with program leaders, operations staff, and administrative departments to support financial data accuracy, reporting processes, and organizational decision-making.Through this experience, the intern will develop practical skills in financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and data management, while gaining insight into how financial operations support program delivery, compliance, and strategic growth.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other Duties May be Assigned)
- Lead and complete an individual internship project aligned with organizational priorities, taking ownership of project direction, analysis, and final deliverables with guidance from Finance leadership
- Retrieve, maintain, organize, and interpret financial and operational data from multiple system platforms
- Assist with preparation of monthly financial reports, budget worksheets, and variance analyses
- Conduct research and data collection to support financial decision-making and program analysis
- Assist in preparing internal dashboards, schedules, and financial documentation
- Collaborate with cross-functional departments including program operations, HR, and quality teams
- Support ongoing finance projects and process improvement initiatives
- Perform other duties as assigned by Finance leadership
PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
- Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, speak, and use standard office equipment
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds
- Work performed in a professional office environment with normal noise levels
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities
DIVERSITY STATEMENT
The San Diego Center for Children is committed to:
- Actively recruiting, retaining, and supporting diverse staff at all levels of the organization
- Ensuring that diverse perspectives are included in the development and implementation of policies, practices and services, and that individuals feel empowered to advance our mission within an atmosphere of trust, safety, and respect
- Encourage and provide access to professional development in order to deliver equitable and culturally informed services to the population we serve.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate program in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Healthcare Administration, or related field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to research, collect, and analyze data
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Must successfully complete required background clearance
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred
Salary : $20