Summer 2026 - Accounting Internship

Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational, and family support solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:

• The voice of our children and families always comes first
• Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
• We take great joy in service to others
• Our families and our communities deserve our very best

Canopy has been designated a Great Place to Work® for the fifth consecutive year and is one of only nine companies in Mississippi to qualify for this certification in 2025-2026. Canopy’s employees are charged with building a healthy work culture within their teams, that focus on trust, and the collective goal of helping kids thrive and families to overcome extraordinary challenges.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive Compensation
• 403b Retirement Plan with Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• PTO/Vacation
• Employee Wellness Program and Counseling Services

Position Overview:

• In this role, students completing the Accounting internship will become a part of our team and will learn about how we support our organization so they can best serve our children and families.
• This internship will provide experience in accounting best-practices in the non-profit sector.
• You will be responsible for processing various types of accounts payable transactions including account reconciliation, processing vendor invoices, and employee reimbursements.
• Through this internship you will work with a dynamic team of staff who are highly committed to the Canopy mission.

Internship Program Requirements:

• All interns are required to attend a mandatory orientation and training session at the beginning of their internship.
• Business Professional or Clinical Attire.
• Established contract with academic institution.
• Minimum 100-hour commitment unless stated otherwise in contract.
• Students must satisfactorily complete goals as outlined by university affiliates and their assigned site supervisor.

Requirements:

• Current students actively pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or Mathematics.
• Students must satisfactorily complete goals as outlined by college affiliates and their assigned site supervisor.
• Must be enrolled, and in good academic standing, with an accredited academic institution at time of internship.