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Accounting Internship Summer 2027

Sentry Insurance · Stevens Point, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 15, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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About your past

Tell me about a time you automated or simplified a task using Excel or another tool.

What they are checking: Whether they can help with the report automation the posting describes.

Tell me about a time you had to be very careful with details under a deadline.

What they are checking: Their accuracy under pressure, which financial reporting requires.

What area of accounting are you most interested in after you graduate?

What they are checking: Whether their goals fit the work, which helps Sentry find future full-time hires.

What would you do

You are reconciling and the numbers are off by a small amount. How do you find the difference?

What they are checking: Whether they troubleshoot methodically instead of plugging a number to make it tie.

You notice something in a report that looks wrong, but it came from a senior person. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they raise concerns respectfully instead of staying quiet.

How would you make the most of rotating through several finance teams this summer?

What they are checking: Whether they plan to learn broadly and use their mentor well.

About the work

What does it mean to reconcile a financial statement to the general ledger, and why does it matter?

What they are checking: Whether they understand reconciliations, which are a core part of this internship.

Which accounting principles do you think matter most when recording transactions accurately?

What they are checking: Their grasp of basic accounting principles they will apply to transaction review.

How strong are your Excel skills, and which functions do you use most?

What they are checking: Their readiness for financial statement exhibits and reconciliation work.

What do you think is different about accounting for an insurance company compared with a retailer?

What they are checking: Whether they are curious about insurance items like premiums, reserves and claims.

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The full job description

As published by Sentry Insurance.

In this internship, you'll gain hands-on experience and work with a mentor to learn all about Accounting, and network with leadership at social events. At Sentry, we believe in providing hands-on experience that gives students a head start on their careers. As an Accounting intern, you’ll partner with a dedicated mentor to see firsthand how accountants drive our company’s success. You’ll also build your professional network through team social events and connections with leaders across the organization. What You’ll Do Our Accounting internship offers opportunities to: • Learn about multiple Finance teams at Sentry via direct project work with different areas. • Prepare a variety of financial statement exhibits and reporting disclosures. • Review and reconcile financial statements to general ledger data and appropriate data sources. • Assist with automation of financial statements and reports. • Verify completeness and accuracy of financial transaction processing in accordance with accounting principles and reporting requirements. Troubleshoot data reconciliation issues. • Assist with support, maintenance, and enhancement of accounting processes and systems. What it Takes To be considered for this position, the following criteria is necessary: • Pursuing an undergraduate degree in accounting or a related field • Planned graduation date between May 2028 and December 2029 • Obtain a minimum GPA of 3.0 • Ability to work in a team atmosphere • Working towards CPA eligibility highly preferred • Sentry does not offer employment in this position to holders of F-1, J-1, and H-1 Visas for the purpose of obtaining practical experience What You’ll Receive As a Sentry intern, you won’t just be shadowing. You’ll do real, impactful work while growing your career. Here’s a look at what you can expect: • Meaningful experience & mentorship: Dive right into a professional corporate setting where you can add value, build your skills, and get direct exposure to company leadership and executives. • Flexibility and a complete setup: Enjoy a hybrid schedule—work from home on Mondays and Fridays and collaborate in the office Tuesday through Thursday—plus all the tech you need, including a laptop and monitors. • Financial and living support: Benefit from competitive pay, free housing and parking close to our offices, and a meal stipend depending on your location. • Connection and community: Build your professional network and make friends through team social events, community involvement, and networking opportunities. Why Join Sentry? At Sentry, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We’re proud to be recognized for both our strong growth and the culture we’ve built—recently ranking No. 529 on the 2026 Fortune 1000 (marking our first time in the top 600) and earning spots on Forbes’ lists for America’s Best Midsize Employers and Best Employers for New Grads, as well as Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women and Diversity. These honors reflect our commitment to your professional satisfaction and growth. Building on a Legacy Our future is bright, but it’s anchored in a long history of stability. Since our founding in 1904, we’ve dedicated ourselves to helping businesses protect their futures. That trust has made us one of the largest and most financially stable mutual insurance companies in the U.S. We’re proud to have maintained an A+ rating from A.M. Best, the industry’s leading authority, for over 30 years. Your Career, Our Community Whether you’re working at our headquarters in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, or one of our many offices across the country, you’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment. Explore the Our Teams tab on our Career Page to see the diverse career paths we offer, with a focus on ongoing development and professional growth. Ready to own your future? Join us at Sentry, opportunities await! Who You’ll Want to Contact Tha Xiong Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist Tha.Xiong@sentry.com Apply online: Visit https://jobs.sentry.com/ and submit your application and resume And learn more about college opportunities at: ­­­ College Students | Careers at Sentry Insurance Equal Employment Opportunity Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.

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