2026 Summer Internship Program - Finance & Accounting (St. Petersburg, FL)

Job Description Summary

Follow established procedures to perform tasks and receive general guidance and direction to perform other work with substantial variety and varied complexity. Some judgment is required to adapt procedures, processes, and techniques to apply to more complex assignments.

Job Description

Raymond James Overview 

One of the largest independent financial services firms in the country could be the place you build a career beyond your expectations. 

Our focus is on providing trusted advice and tailored, sophisticated strategies for individuals and institutions. Raymond James Financial is a diversified holding company, headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL. Raymond James provides financial services to individuals, corporations and municipalities through its subsidiary companies engaged primarily in investment and financial planning, in addition to capital markets and asset management. 

At Raymond James, we are putting the power of perspectives into action and building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our commitment to associates, and clients of the future. Our company values associate development and growth, offering opportunities through developmental programs, mentorships, and continuing education options. 

We strive to ensure everyone feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard so that you can fully contribute your unique talents for the benefit of clients, your career, our firm and our communities. Raymond James is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.

Department Description: 

The Summer Intern will gain an understanding of various accounting and finance functions performed by the Finance/Accounting department team and the various technology used to perform these functions.  Under specific supervision from Finance personnel, the Intern will use accounting and financial reporting skills gained through ‘on the job’ training and experience to assist with specific tasks aligned with the Finance Department’s strategic initiatives.  

  

Job Summary: 

Under general supervision, uses skills gained through education, training, and experience to assist with specific accounting and finance projects within an assigned functional area for a specified period of time.  Follows established procedures to perform tasks and receives general guidance and direction to perform other work with substantial variety and varied complexity.  Evaluation, originality, ingenuity and judgment is required to adapt procedures, processes and techniques to apply to more complex assignments. Resolves routine questions and problems and refers more complex issues to a higher level. Routine contact with internal and external customers may be required to exchange basic information. Performs well on a team as required to work on an assigned topic designed by Senior Finance Leadership and create a formal presentation of the project. 

  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Specified projects and varied assignments. 

• Operates standard office equipment and uses required software applications. 

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

• Uses accounting software to prepare financial statements or variance reports for internal use. 

• Limited responsibility for resolving routine accounting problems. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

Knowledge of: 

• Fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of a professional office environment.