YMCA Finance & Accounting Internship (Fall 2025)

Finance & Accounting Internship
Gain Hands-On Experience in Non-Profit Finance
About Us
The YMCA of the North Shore is more than just a fitness facility-it's a mission-driven, nationally recognized non-profit dedicated to strengthening communities.

Through our programming, we nurture the potential of children, engage families, and build lasting relationships.

Our programs foster character development, promote diversity, and equip youth with essential life skills, self-confidence, and teamwork experience.
About the Internship
As a multi-site, $25 million organization spanning two states, the YMCA of the North Shore offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable finance and accounting experience in a large non-profit organization.

Interns will learn key financial principles and corporate practices that can be applied throughout their careers.
What You'll Do
In this role, you'll assist with day-to-day accounting operations, including:
✔️ Journal entries, account reconciliations, cash receipts, and deposits
✔️ Accounts payable invoice entries and financial reporting
✔️ Gaining insight into contributions, grants, investments, and fixed assets
✔️ Preparing and analyzing financial reports
✔️ Developing professional communication and time management skills
✔️ Building introductory-level expertise in enterprise accounting systems
✔️ Exposure to month-end close processes, accounts payable/receivable, reporting & analysis

Beyond finance and accounting, you'll have the opportunity to:
✅ Network with senior leadership and explore potential career paths
✅ Learn about the Y's culture and experience a collaborative, mission-driven work environment
Is This Internship Right for You?
This may be a great fit if you:
✔️ Enjoy working in Excel-creating, analyzing, and managing data
✔️ Have a keen eye for reviewing reports, identifying trends, and problem-solving
✔️ Are interested in finance, accounting, auditing, or business management
Your Future Career Path
This internship can help prepare you for a career as a:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Accounting Manager, Controller, or Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Auditor at an accounting firm
Finance professional in a non-profit or corporate setting
Internship Details


* Duration: 14-16 weeks (one semester, or based on school requirements)


* Hours: ~20 hours per week (based on internship criteria)


* Location: Beverly, Cummings Center


* Compensation: $15.00 per hour


* Perks: Free YMCA membership for the duration of the internship & discounts on YNS programs

How to Apply
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until filled.

Internships are posted the semester prior to placement.
Meet Our Finance Leadership Team!
Connect with our experienced finance professionals on LinkedIn:
Kevin McCarthy, CPA
Lauren Henehan, CPA
Sharon Prendergast, CPA

Qualifications



* Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a college or university...