Finance, People & Culture Intern

Controller and Director of People Culture

June 1st to August 7th, 2026

Monday through Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. Occasional remote work may be approved on a case‑by‑case basis.

Founded with the mission to seamlessly integrate art, architecture, and nature, Glenstone is a world‑class contemporary art museum in Potomac, Maryland. Opened in 2006 and expanded in 2018, the museum welcomes visitors to a unique experience of indoor and outdoor spaces enveloped by 300 acres of organically maintained meadow and woodlands. Admission is always free.

The work culture at Glenstone is dynamic and team‑oriented. As a mission‑driven nonprofit, we are proud to foster a workplace where associates feel valued, respected, and accepted. We leverage our collaborative and enriching culture to provide abundant opportunities for all associates to

develop new skills, feel connected to our mission, and actively participate in advancing their careers.

The goal of the internship program at Glenstone is to cultivate the next generation of the workforce by exposing interns to various professional pathways in the museum world. In collaboration with their department, interns can expect to gain professional experience by supporting specific departmental initiatives and projects. Interns are encouraged to connect with fellow team members throughout the organization to gain knowledge and build lasting relationships.

This cross‑functional internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in both Finance and Human Resources within Glenstone’s collaborative operating environment. The intern will be exposed to the day‑to‑day work of each department, building a foundational understanding of financial operations, people processes, and how the two functions intersect to support organizational effectiveness. Through structured orientation, shadowing, and project‑based assignments, the intern will develop practical skills in data analysis, process improvement, communication, and administrative operations.

On the Finance side, the intern will support expense analysis, reconciliations, and reporting, gaining insight into month‑end close activities, budgeting, and financial systems. Projects may include analyzing departmental spending, contributing to dashboard development, and mapping workflows to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.

Within Human Resources, the intern may assist with recruitment and onboarding activities, file management aligned with paperless practices, and internal communications such as orientation materials and employee recognition content.

This internship is designed for a detail‑oriented, curious learner who is interested in understanding how financial stewardship and people operations work together to support Glenstone’s mission.

The HR & Finance Intern will have an interest in Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, along with curiosity about how operational and people‑focused functions work together within an organization. An appreciation for art, architecture, and nature is also valued. The ideal candidate is curious, detail‑oriented, and collaborative, and demonstrates discretion and integrity when handling sensitive financial and personnel information.

Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and new circumstances are critical for success in this role.

• Support reconciliation of credit card transactions and related documentation.
• Assist with departmental expense analysis, including data extraction, categorization, and comparison to budget.
• Prepare basic financial reports, summaries, and visualizations.
• Shadow month‑end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Document and map finance workflows and contribute to process improvement recommendations.
• Assist in the development of dashboards and reports in accounting software and Excel.
• Screen seasonal candidates, participate in hiring events, and assist with onboarding activities.
• Assist with New Hire Orientation presentations & GMEET…