Financial Analyst Intern

RTI International is an independent, scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world’s most critical problems with technical and science‑based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach—one that integrates expertise across social, statistical, data, and laboratory sciences, engineering, and other technical disciplines to solve the world’s most challenging problems.

We believe in the promise of science and technical solutions and we push ourselves every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses in the US and around the world. If you are looking for the opportunity to make a real difference, RTI is the place for you.

RTI International is an independent, scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world’s most critical problems with technical and science‑based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach—one that integrates expertise across social, statistical, data, and laboratory sciences, engineering, and other technical disciplines to solve the world’s most challenging problems.

We believe in the promise of science and technical solutions, and we push ourselves every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses in the US and around the world. If you are looking for the opportunity to make a real difference, RTI is the place for you.

RTI’s Finance Organization is seeking Financial Analyst interns to join a CFO Pricing Operations team. The Financial Analyst Intern will play a key role in supporting the Pricing team’s budget and cost proposal development processes.

Scope of Work

This opportunity will provide experience in the RTI Finance organization as well as exposure to the Federal government contracting industry, among others. Interns will gain skills in finance, budgeting, critical thinking, problem solving, communication, and collaboration in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in RTI’s onboarding process to learn RTI’s financial processes and procedures.
• Review documents to identify financial or contractual risk issues.
• Accurately prepare budgets and financial reports in a timely manner.
• Compile documentation to submit in business proposals to a variety of clients including federal, state and local, international, commercial, foundations, etc.
• Update data in financial pricing software and obtain necessary reviews.
• Collaborate with RTI pricing analysts and other cross‑functional team members on a variety of proposals.
• Research information as needed on share drives, internal websites, or other databases.
• Perform other finance‑related duties, projects, or cross‑training as assigned.

Internship Learning Objectives

• Develop and improve skills such as critical thinking, written and verbal communication, research, technology, teamwork, leadership, and belonging.
• Demonstrate professionalism by building integrity through strong work ethic, personal accountability, ethical behavior, and effective communication.

Required Qualifications

• Junior or Senior currently enrolled in a 4‑year university, majoring in business, finance, economics, accounting, or a related field.
• US citizen or permanent resident.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office (e.g., Adobe, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and compiling multiple documents into a single, clearly formatted PDF volume.
• Ability to prioritize and multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with work.
• Related experience and interest in government contracting, financial analysis, project management, and/or risk assessment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Analytical skills using financial tools such as Excel, Smart View, etc.
• Capable of working independently and with teammates.
• Passion for continuous improvement and learning.
• Demonstrates sound judgement.

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