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Finance & Accounting Internship

QualcommSan Diego, CA

  • $4k – $20k / year
  • Internship
  • Full time

Overview

About Qualcomm

Qualcomm relentlessly innovates, transforming businesses, enriching lives, and fortifying societies. Our solutions are pivotal in crafting a smarter, interconnected world. Building on our 40-year history of era-defining technology breakthroughs, we deliver leading-edge AI, high-performance, lower-power computing, and unrivaled connectivity. We are proud to be the partner of choice for many of the world's largest enterprises, enabling next-generation digital transformation.

Join Us in Shaping the Future

At Qualcomm, we are committed to engineering human progress by delivering intelligent computing everywhere. Our early career programs offer limitless opportunities for growth, mentorship, and meaningful work. With a global footprint spanning over 30 countries, you will collaborate with diverse talent and contribute to projects shaping the future of technology. Join us for our U.S. 2027 summer intern class!

Role Overview

As a Qualcomm Finance & Accounting Intern, you will gain hands-on experience working on high-impact projects across a global technology leader. Interns collaborate with professionals across Corporate Finance, Treasury, FP&A, Accounting, Tax, Investor Relations, and Operations while leveraging advanced analytics and AI-driven tools to solve business challenges.

Your work may include, but is not limited to:

  • Developing an understanding of Qualcomm's business operations, financial processes, and reporting tools
  • Utilizing data analytics skills to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that support financial and business decision-making
  • Leveraging AI-powered tools and automation to improve reporting, forecasting, and operational efficiency
  • Transforming data into dashboards, visualizations, and financial models that deliver actionable insights
  • Creating executive-ready presentations and recommendations for finance and business leaders
  • Identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance processes
  • Supporting day-to-day finance functions including the quarterly close process, completing ad-hoc and specialized projects, and financial planning
  • Participating in a cross-functional intern consulting project focused on an emerging technology, business challenge, or strategic opportunity

This internship supports the Finance & Accounting track. Based on your resume, you will be aligned to projects within this track. Top-performing interns may be considered for Qualcomm's 3-year Finance Rotation Program, providing a direct pathway to a full-time career and accelerated leadership development.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • Must be available for 11-14 weeks during Summer 2027 (May-September)
  • Expected graduation date between November 2027 and June 2028
  • Familiarity with AI-enhanced productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT) and an interest in applying AI to solve business challenges
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate insights to diverse audiences
  • Strong interest in corporate finance, technology, AI, and business strategy

Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated ability to leverage AI, automation, or analytics to improve decision-making or streamline processes
  • Experience with data analytics and visualization tools such as Power BI, SQL, Python, Alteryx, or similar platforms
  • Academic or project experience involving financial modeling, forecasting, or data analysis
  • Leadership experience through student organizations, athletics, community involvement, etc.
  • Experience with financial reporting tools (e.g., Tableau, Oracle)
  • Interest in pursuing a long-term career with Qualcomm and participating in Qualcomm's Finance Rotation Program upon graduation

Qualcomm's Internship Program

Our interns join world-class teams to help define and build what is next for mobility and the world. You will support your team and organization with a variety of meaningful tasks and projects impacting the company's financials. You will be paired with a mentor, receive support from your manager, and have access to the entire Qualcomm employee community. We host professional development workshops, social events, cross-functional speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series. In addition to competitive hourly pay and accrued vacation time, you will receive relocation coverage and furnished housing accommodations for the duration of your internship.

Internship opportunities may be available in the following locations, depending on team and project needs: Austin, Boulder, Boxborough, Bridgewater, Chandler, Irvine, New York City, Louisville, Raleigh, San Diego, Santa Clara, and Seattle.

Application Process

By applying here, you are expressing interest in one of our many 2027 Qualcomm Finance & Accounting internships. This is not a job posting for a specific role. We will review resumes on an ongoing basis, and a recruiter may reach out to you.

Future Employment Considerations

This internship aligns to a potential role that is not eligible for Qualcomm immigration sponsorship.

Export Control Notice

This role may require an export license for candidates with citizenship in certain countries. Qualcomm is experiencing significant delays in the export license process. If an export license is required, you may not be able to start work until the license is granted, which may impact your ability to participate in the internship.

Countries requiring export: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, China, Cuba, Georgia, Hong Kong, Iran, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Libya, Macau, Moldova, Mongolia, Nicaragua, North Korea, Russia, Sudan, Syria, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Vietnam, and Yemen.

Pay Range and Other Compensation & Benefits

The pay scale for this role is $17.00 - $98.00 per hour. Salary is only one component of total compensation. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants. Our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play.

Skills mentioned

  • SQL
  • Python
  • Data Analytics
  • Tableau
  • Power BI
  • Alteryx
  • AI Tools
  • Oracle

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