Overview
Emerson Collective (EC) is a company of investors, changemakers, creative thinkers, and problem solvers working to make a lasting mark on the world.
We’re looking for college students who think big, embrace challenges, and thrive in collaboration.
The internship is onsite, 40 hours per week, from June 15 through August 7, 2026. A mandatory paid virtual onboarding and orientation will take place June 10–12. See below for more details.
Application Deadline: Friday, January 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.
The Opportunity
XQ Institute is the nation’s leading organization dedicated to rethinking the high school experience so every student graduates ready to succeed in college, career, and real life.
The Finance team at XQ Institute drives financial clarity and data-informed decision-making across the organization. As the Finance intern, you'll gain hands-on experience at the intersection of finance, data visualization, and SQL-based analysis, helping modernize XQ’s financial reporting and dashboard systems. You’ll collaborate with the Finance team to automate data pipelines, improve reporting accuracy, and uncover insights that inform strategic decisions. You’ll also have the opportunity to explore emerging technologies by contributing to AI and automation projects that streamline financial planning and analysis workflows. This internship is ideal for someone who’s curious about data, motivated to learn new technologies, and eager to see how financial and operational data shape strategy in a mission-driven organization.