Accounting Intern - Summer 2026
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About this role
Accounting Intern
Location: Columbia, MD
Schedule: 25 Hours per week | June-August 2026
Salary: $18 - $20 per hour
Who are we?
Established in 1975, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of analytical instrumentation, physical testing, and environmental monitoring systems in the world. Ground-breaking scientific research, manufacturing ideas and results continue to propel Shimazu’s outstanding reputation and “Excellence in Science.” People dedicated to our mission have the largest impact on Shimadzu’s continued growth and success. Would YOU like to join a diverse team of professionals working together with researchers, scientists and manufacturers to help better lives worldwide?
Why consider an internship with Shimadzu?
Our internship program offers students and early career professionals the opportunity to gain meaningful, hands-on experience within a global scientific organization. Interns work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to real projects, and gain insight into how science and technology impact industries.
During your internship, you will have the opportunity to:
- Gain hands-on experience in a professional scientific environment
- Work alongside industry experts and experienced professionals
- Contribute to real projects that support innovation and customer success
- Develop practical skills and professional knowledge related to your field of study
- Build connections and expand your professional network
Position Summary:
Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is seeking an Accounting Intern to support the Accounting department with documentation management, financial record organization, and customer-related accounting processes. In this role, you will assist with organizing vendor documentation, maintaining digital records of invoices and payments, and supporting processes related to customer refunds and credit balances. The internship provides structured exposure to both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable workflows, offering practical insight into accounting operations within a corporate environment.
JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Assist with organization and maintenance of vendor documentation within shared drive systems
- Support scanning, indexing, and digital filing of invoices and payment records
- Ensure financial documents are labeled and stored according to established naming conventions and retention standards
- Assist with customer refund review processes
- Support communication efforts related to customer credit balances
- Maintain documentation of customer responses to support proper audit trail and compliance
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline
- Basic understanding of accounting principles
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and data integrity when handling financial records
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Shimadzu is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Shimadzu via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position (and agency was requested to work the requisition) will be deemed the sole property of Shimadzu. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Shimadzu as a result of the referral or through other means.
EEO Statement:
Shimadzu Scientific Instruments (SSI) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please click here.