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Accounting Intern

Oshkosh Corporation · Oshkosh, WI · $18.00–$37.00 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 24, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you had to be very accurate with numbers.

What they are checking: Whether they have the attention to detail that accounting depends on.

Tell me about a time you asked for help when you were stuck.

What they are checking: Whether they know when to ask, which prevents errors for a new intern.

What do you hope to learn here that will help your future career in finance?

What they are checking: Whether they have clear goals for the internship.

What would you do

This internship rotates through accounting, AP, AR, invoicing and vendor management. Which area are you most curious about and why?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the rotation and have real interest in operational finance.

You find an invoice that does not match the purchase order. What would you do?

What they are checking: Whether they understand matching and raise discrepancies instead of paying incorrectly.

This is a year-round role. How would you balance it with your class schedule?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage school and work reliably together.

How would you handle a vendor who calls upset about a late payment?

What they are checking: Whether they stay professional and find answers rather than making promises they cannot keep.

About the work

Explain the difference between accounts payable and accounts receivable as if to a friend.

What they are checking: Whether they understand the basic flow of money in and out, which every rotation builds on.

What is a journal entry? Walk me through a simple one.

What they are checking: Whether they can apply debits and credits correctly.

Have you used any ERP or accounting system? What did you do in it?

What they are checking: Whether they have exposure to systems the internship will use.

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The full job description

As published by Oshkosh Corporation.

About Oshkosh Defense, an Oshkosh company Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions. Assist and support either the Accounting or Finance department. YOUR IMPACT • Preparation of journal entries • Bank reconciliations • Audit schedules • Establish and monitor standards for inventory parts • Intercompany reconciliations • Cost center reviews • Reconciliation of general ledger accounts • Assist with monthly metric reports • Assist with daily, weekly, and monthly exception reports • Month end tasks • All other duties or responsibilities as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Student working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field for the entire duration of internship • Graduation date on or after December 2027 • Willing to travel or relocate to Oshkosh, WI for the Summer of 2027 (relocation assistance provided for those with a permanent address of greater than 50 miles from Oshkosh, WI). STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above • Strong attention to detail • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required with strong Excel skills Pay Range: $18.00 - $37.00 The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success. Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com. Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application. Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information. Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

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