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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for unpaid finance intern in Albany, NY is $19.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.92 and $22.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Unpaid Finance Intern is a temporary, non-paid position where individuals gain hands-on experience in financial tasks such as budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting. Interns often assist with data entry, research, and support senior finance team members in daily operations. This role provides an opportunity to develop financial skills, understand industry practices, and build professional connections. While the position is unpaid, it can be valuable for gaining experience and improving employability in finance-related careers.

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To excel as an Unpaid Finance Intern, a solid grasp of basic accounting principles, financial analysis, and proficiency in mathematics is essential, often with progress toward a finance, accounting, or related degree. Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, financial modeling tools, and accounting software like QuickBooks or SAP is typically expected. Eagerness to learn, attention to detail, time management, and strong communication skills help interns stand out. These skills enable interns to effectively support financial teams, handle sensitive data, and gain practical experience in a professional environment.

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As an Unpaid Finance Intern, you will typically assist with data entry, financial statement analysis, budgeting, and expense tracking tasks under the supervision of experienced finance professionals. You may help prepare reports, support audits, or conduct research to aid decision-making processes. Interns often get the opportunity to shadow team members during meetings or projects, gaining insight into how finance functions within an organization. This hands-on experience helps build practical skills and provides a foundation for future roles in finance or accounting.
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Intern, Special Events and Development

Best Buddies Int. Inc

Waterford, NY • On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Full-time, Internship

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Best Buddies is the largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people worldwide with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our programs empower people with IDD to form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure jobs, improve communication and advocacy skills, and live independently, while also offering support for their families.


Job Title: Intern, Special Events and Development

Department: State Operations and Programs

Reports to: Director, Mission Advancement

# of direct reports: 0

Salary Range: Unpaid, 10-15 hrs/wk as schedule allows (10-12 weeks total)

Position Overview: The Intern, Special Events and Development will assist with our annual spring fundraising events. This position would be great for someone interested in business development, non-profit management, or event planning (or similar fields). This role will support our spring Friendship Walk(s) with the following but not limited to: reach out to local businesses for sponsorship, create posts and calendar for social media, event collateral creations, research and assist with booking various vendors, assist with all day of Friendship Walk logistics, and various administrative tasks.


Job Qualifications – Qualified applicants must have:

  • Strong written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Basic understanding of social media and familiarity with Microsoft Office
  • Must be comfortable engaging with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)
  • Must be comfortable making asks to potential sponsors and businesses you may not know to support Best Buddies

Job Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Development

  • Support for special event logistics including, but not limited to, publicity,

communication, show flow, day before/day of preparation, etc.

  • Assist in securing, where applicable, in-kind donations such as food, beverage, prizes, etc.
  • Support all development-related e-communications
  • Research new potential sponsors who align with the Best Buddies mission and DEI initiatives.
  • Help find sponsorships for fundraising events by contacting local businesses
  • Assist in planning event details and logistics
  • Assist with planning of local fundraisers and third-party events contributing to larger events
  • Send out thank you letters
  • Intern will be required to attend their local Friendship Walk

Marketing

  • Assist with website and social medial content
  • Support staff and event photographer with taking photos, creating Instagram Reels, TikToks, etc., from content leading up to and at the Friendship Walk as assigned


Best Buddies® is an affirmative action employer, in addition to an EOE and M/F/V/PWD/PV employer. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to Best Buddies International’s core values and help the organization continue to achieve its mission. Here at Best Buddies, our goal is to lead and advocate for a more inclusive world.

Best Buddies offers a comprehensive and generous benefits program that include financial security, health and wellness and time off.