What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Internship Summer 2026 position at Waste Connections?
WASTE CONNECTIONS, Inc. (NYSE: WCN): is a non-hazardous solid waste services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal, and recycling services in the U.S. and Canada. Our employees foster a work culture of Servant Leadership.
Our goal is to create an environment where self-directed, empowered employees strive to consistently fulfill our constituent commitments and seek to create positive impacts through interactions with customers, communities, and fellow employees, always relying on our Operating Values as the foundation for our existence.
Because we operate with a highly decentralized structure, we look for individuals who are energetic and have individual initiative and creativity. Bring your passion to succeed and you’ll quickly discover that great opportunities are all around you. At Waste Connections, you’ll thrive if you are friendly, dedicated, and prefer a work hard/play harder culture that is focused on maintaining our reputation as the premier waste services company in the markets we serve.
Internship Overview
As an Accounting Intern with Waste Connections, you’ll gain hands-on experience in corporate accounting within the environmental services industry. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals to support daily accounting operations, assist with financial reporting, and contribute to projects that improve our financial systems. This position will be based in Elk Grove Village, IL
What You’ll Gain
Our goal is to create an environment where self-directed, empowered employees strive to consistently fulfill our constituent commitments and seek to create positive impacts through interactions with customers, communities, and fellow employees, always relying on our Operating Values as the foundation for our existence.
Because we operate with a highly decentralized structure, we look for individuals who are energetic and have individual initiative and creativity. Bring your passion to succeed and you’ll quickly discover that great opportunities are all around you. At Waste Connections, you’ll thrive if you are friendly, dedicated, and prefer a work hard/play harder culture that is focused on maintaining our reputation as the premier waste services company in the markets we serve.
Internship Overview
As an Accounting Intern with Waste Connections, you’ll gain hands-on experience in corporate accounting within the environmental services industry. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals to support daily accounting operations, assist with financial reporting, and contribute to projects that improve our financial systems. This position will be based in Elk Grove Village, IL
What You’ll Gain
- Real-world experience in accounting
- Exposure to the waste management industry’s financial operations
- Mentorship from seasoned accounting professionals
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental initiatives
- Potential for full-time employment upon graduation
- Up to a $5,000 bonus payout on successful completion of your internship
- Housing assistance as needed
- Assist with accounts payable and receivable processes
- Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities
- Help prepare financial statements and internal reports
- Maintain organized records and documentation for audits
- Participate in budgeting and forecasting exercises
- Collaborate with operations to track cost allocations and service revenues
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the accounting department
- Other duties as assigned
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP preferred)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting software is a plus
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities