Principal is looking for Accounting Interns to join our 2026 Accounting Internship program! In this role, you’ll be able to enhance and apply your accounting skills and continue to develop professionally!
Our Accounting Internship consists of 3 options that include:
Spring Co-Op : January 2026 – August 2026
Summer : May 2026 – August 2026
Fall Co-Op : May 2026 – December 2026
Candidates considered for these internships will be available to work full-time (40 hours per week during core business hours) from May – August 2026.
Additionally, Co-Op candidates will also be available to work either part-time (15-20 hours per week during core business hours) or full-time (40 hours per week during core business hours) from January – May 2026 (Spring Co-Op) or August – December 2026 (Fall Co-Op) to be considered for these positions
What You’ll Do
Each intern opportunity will differ based on the needs of the business area. Generally, interns will be exposed to and be responsible for:
Spring/Fall Co-Op Intern Qualifications:
Summer Intern Qualifications:
Skills That Will Help You Stand Out
Our Internship Culture
Join an established program that provides hands-on experiences for 200+ interns each year! You'll learn new skills with dedicated teams and mentors, build your professional network and collaborate across a global Fortune 500 company. We care about offering you diverse experiences and exciting challenges that push you to reach for bigger life goals, all while enjoying our flexibility and work life balance. Join us for events such as our Executive Speaker Series, gain career direction, and much more!
Availability
While we are hiring for 2026 interns, we may consider candidates for Summer/ Spring/ Fall 2027 Co- Op or intern positions depending on business need.
Summer Internship Stipend
You will receive a lump sum stipend of $3,000 (net of taxes). This amount is intended to support incidental expenses you may incur as part of your internship. The Company will provide a tax gross-up on this stipend amount listed above as a financial benefit but is not intended to compensate for all tax liabilities.
Co-Op Internship Stipend
You will receive a lump sum stipend of $6,000 (net of taxes). This amount is intended to support incidental expenses you may incur as part of your internship. The Company will provide a tax gross-up on the stipend amount listed above as a financial benefit but is not intended to compensate for all tax liabilities.
Work Environments
This role offers in-office and hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek) work arrangements between May-August. Remote work arrangements (only if residing more than 30 miles from Des Moines, IA) available during school year (January-May for Spring Co-Op or August-December for Fall Co-Op). You’ll work with your leader to figure out which option may align best based on several factors.
Work Authorization/Sponsorship
At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.
Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants
Investment Code of Ethics
For Principal Asset Management positions, you’ll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.
Experience Principal
At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we’re imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services – and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our interns.
Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Posting Window:We will be accepting applications for at least 3 days from when the job was originally posted, after which we may keep open or remove the posting based upon applications we receive. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond 3 days of the original posting date.
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