Accounting Intern - Spring 2026

Cover Letter Required: Yes

Closing Date: Friday, November 7, 2025

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Are you looking to make a difference? When you work for the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), you don’t just make a living, you make a difference by shaping the future of the policing profession.

Is it easy? No.

Is it worthwhile? Absolutely.

The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) is the world’s largest and most influential professional association for police leaders.

With more than 35,000 members in over 176 countries, the IACP is a recognized leader in global policing, committed to advancing safer communities through thoughtful, progressive police leadership.

Since 1893, the association has been serving communities by speaking out on behalf of law enforcement and advancing leadership and professionalism in policing worldwide.

As a leadership association, the IACP starts with our members’ needs.

We think strategically and assess constantly; cultivate good judgement and drive change.

Various projects you may work on:
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Reviewing and updating our Accounting Policies and Procedures Manual by coordination with the Team Managers
2.

Assisting with the review, analysis, and reconciliation of General ledger accounts to provide timely month-end, quarter-end, and potentially year-end financial statements to include such accounts as:
1.

Cash
2.

Accounts Payables
3.

Accounts Receivables and Deferred Revenues
4.

Prepaid Expenses
5.

Fixed Assets
6.

Office Leases
3.

Preparing, reviewing, and documenting training procedures, presentations, and policies for internal IACP staff to assist with financial transparency within the organization
4.

Additional tasks or projects as needed.

Education/Areas of Study:   

Accounting or Finance  

Qualifications & Eligibility:   


* Applicant must be a college student, a graduate student, or a recent graduate within the past six months


* Self-starter who is organized and able to work independently


* Minimum 2.7 grade point average 


* Excellent computer skills 


* Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint experience and capabilities 


* A strong detail-oriented mindset 


* Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines 


* Ability to communicate and present oneself professionally 


* Knowledge of or interest in the law enforcement profession is a plus

Work Environment:  

The IACP offers a focused, team-oriented, learning environment grounded in open communications, professional development and shared context. Primarily office environment, although light lifting, bending and reaching may be required.

All interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume


* The IACP only requires you to fill out the skills section and screening questions in...