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Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park promotes the enjoyment, understanding, and appreciation of gardens, sculpture, the natural environment, and the arts. Meijer Gardens is ranked among the 100 most visited art institutions in the world. The organization embraces the concept of a major cultural attraction centering around horticulture & sculpture. Meijer Gardens' commitment is to create a legacy of lifelong learning, enjoyment, and a rich cultural experience for generations to come. 

Department: Accounting                                    

Supervisor: Accounting Manager

Pay Type: Part-time, Non-exempt, Seasonal

Schedule: This position is approximately 20 hours per week, primarily scheduled Monday through Friday during operating business hours.

All interns must be available for a minimum of 10 weeks between June and August and participate in the required internship program sessions. These sessions are held every Wednesday for 3 hours and are included as part of your weekly schedule.

Position Summary: The Accounting Intern will gain hands-on experience in a professional environment, supporting core accounting functions while developing practical skills in financial analysis, reconciliations, and reporting. The role is designed to balance meaningful project work with learning and professional development.

Essential Functions

  • Support the Accounting team with day-to-day accounting activities
  • Assist with reconciliations, data entry, and financial reporting
  • Help maintain documentation and support internal controls and audit readiness
  • Perform analytical and administrative tasks to support month-end and operational processes
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams as needed to understand financial workflows

Learning Outcomes: 

Assist with monthly account reconciliations and perform variance analysis to support accurate financial reporting.

Support accounts payable and/or accounts receivable processes, including review and documentation.

Prepare, organize, and maintain supporting schedules for financial reporting purposes.

Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for process improvement.

Document accounting processes and propose efficiency improvements to enhance workflow and accuracy.

Requirements:

Enrolled in a trade, degree, or certificate program at an accredited institution.

Available for a minimum of 10 weeks of in-person intern programming in Grand Rapids, MI

Ability to commit to scheduled work hours and program requirements.

Strong interest in learning and professional development.

Exposure to budgeting, cost tracking, or financial analysis projects is a plus.

Coursework or interest in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Organizational Expectations

  • Welcoming: Fostering joy and an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone.
  • Excellence: Approaching all we do with world-class intentionalism.
  • Innovation: Embracing the future to create unique and engaging experiences in art, culture and nature with a commitment to creativity.
  • Integrity: Operating with honesty, transparency and accountability throughout the organization.
  • Stewardship: Preserving and enhancing our community, physical, cultural, and financial resources for current and future generations.

Working Conditions: Basic mobility is expected in offices, grounds, and exhibition areas. Ability to observe details at close range and communicate information accurately with others. Engage in occasional object manipulation with or without assistance, and efficiently navigate the workspace to access essential resources. Ability to regularly move up to 20 pounds and frequently up to 50 pounds (i.e., load, unload, and move supplies, medium to heavy weight tools, and equipment). Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. This job operates in a professional indoor office environment, across grounds, and exhibition areas. Occasionally, may be required to work outdoors under inclement weather conditions.

As part of our onboarding process, all new hires are required to complete our background check.Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.