2025 Summer Internship - Accounting Team

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Hiring Remotely in USA
Remote
Internship
Edtech
The Role
As an Accounting Intern, you will support OpenSesame's financial operations by reconciling transactions, managing AR collections, and contributing to financial reports. Over the summer, you will engage with the team, lead projects to improve accounting processes, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a collaborative environment.
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About OpenSesame

At OpenSesame, we’re on a mission to unlock the full potential of the world's workforce by helping companies build skillful, agile teams. Our comprehensive library of over 40,000 top-tier eLearning courses empowers businesses to develop their people, fueling success and driving results. But at the heart of what we do, it’s not just about selling courses—it’s about transforming careers and helping people thrive in their roles.

We’re at an exciting crossroads in our growth journey, with expanding products, an ever-growing partner network, and a customer base that’s eager for more. We’re ready to scale even further, and we need the brightest minds to help us get there.

www.opensesame.com/about 

Internship Overview

OpenSesame seeks passionate, driven students to join us for a paid summer internship program. Suppose you’re intelligent, curious, and full of fresh ideas. In that case, this is your chance to collaborate with an exceptional team and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment.

As an Accounting Intern, you’ll join our dynamic team, working on real-world projects that directly contribute to OpenSesame’s financial operations and growth. You’ll gain hands-on experience, collaborate with colleagues across departments, and have opportunities to engage with company leadership.

About the Accounting Team

At OpenSesame, our Accounting Team is the backbone of our success, driving growth and supporting our mission with precision, strategy, and innovation. From financial planning and analysis to accounting, payroll, and strategy, we ensure the company’s financial health and operational excellence at every turn.

Our team thrives on collaboration, partnering across departments to deliver actionable insights and solutions that fuel success. Join a dynamic, forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence, innovation, and shaping the financial future of OpenSesame!

Performance Objectives

2 Weeks

  • Learn the company’s financial systems and processes.
  • Assist with things like reconciling transactions and ensuring records are accurate.

30 Days

  • Take responsibility for managing things like AR collections emails, expense reimbursement transactions and bank reconciliations. 
  • Contribute to financial reports and provide insights for decision-making.

60 Days

  • Establish yourself as a reliable resource for internal financial queries.
  • Lead a small project to improve things like an accounting process or report.

Additional Program Details

Application Closes: 

  • Friday, March 14th, 2025

Program Dates: 

  • Start: Tuesday, June 17, 2025
  • End: Friday, August 15, 2025

Commitment:

  • Full-time (40 hours/week) for 7 ½ weeks

Compensation:

  • Standard: $18/hour

Fully Remote Role: Interns must have a personal computer and access to consistent high-speed internet during working hours.

Opportunities and Expectations: As a summer intern at OpenSesame, you’ll have the chance to grow your skills through training courses and meaningful work. You’ll also participate in enriching program events, including learning opportunities, networking, community service projects, and book club discussions. 

Additionally, you’ll collaborate with other interns on a group-led project that will have a real impact.

Interview Process: After the initial resume review, selected applicants will be invited to complete a creative project of their choice—such as a video, vision board, writing sample, or website—to showcase their skills and answer questions about why they’re interested in this opportunity and what makes them a great fit. This will be followed by interviews with our team.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and bring your creativity, energy, and problem-solving skills to OpenSesame. We’re excited to see what you’ll bring to the table!

Location: This position can be based anywhere in the U.S. 

Equal Employment Opportunity: OpenSesame is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer that values and welcomes diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of various legally protected characteristics, including criminal history, and strive to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We prioritize safety and security and may use your information accordingly, and you can contact us for assistance or accommodations during the job application process. For more information on our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, click here.

CPRA (California Candidates): When you submit your application, OpenSesame may collect and use your personal information in accordance with our privacy policy and the CPRA. This may include personal details and employment history, and will only be used for employment-related purposes. We may share this information with third-party service providers, but we will not sell it to third parties. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us, and for more information on your rights under the CPRA, refer to our privacy policy or the California Attorney General's website.


The Company
Portland, OR
220 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

OpenSesame is an e-learning company that provides online training courses for businesses and employees.

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