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Accounting Internship

CompanyCharter Next Generation
LocationChicago
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 2, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist with critical accounting functions, including month-end close procedures, journal entry preparation, and reconciling balance sheet accounts. Responsibilities also include completing required government census reports and performing other ad hoc duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
948
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Charter Next Generation (CNG) is a leading producer of specialty films and sustainable material science solutions in North America—advancing the future of flexible packaging and other critical applications across the food, consumer goods, healthcare, and industrial markets. With 2,600+ employee-owners and 18 U.S. facilities, we combine world-class manufacturing with purpose-driven innovation to help solve global challenges: extending food shelf life, reducing waste, protecting products, and enabling a low-carbon, circular economy. Our purpose—Enhancing Lives for a Better World—guides everything we do, from the materials we engineer to the partnerships we build. Every day, our employee-owners show that every moment matters—bringing passion, care, and accountability to the work that powers progress. Through our company-wide call to “Own Your Moment,” we empower individuals to lead, innovate, and make a meaningful difference. Our award-winning GreenArrow™ portfolio includes recyclable, compostable, PCR-based, and low-carbon films—helping customers meet their most ambitious sustainability goals without compromising performance or quality. What sets us apart? Every employee is an owner. We operate with a distinctive 100% employee-ownership culture and are a proud partner of Ownership Works™—ensuring every team member shares in our success and drives it. This shared ownership fuels innovation, agility, and long-term value creation across every part of our business. In 2024, we achieved a significant milestone—producing over 1 billion pounds of film, with 86% designed for recyclability at the point of manufacture. Our progress reflects our deep commitment to sustainability and innovation at scale. We’re proud to be recognized by EcoVadis, CDP, and the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for our leadership in climate action, transparency, and responsible growth.
About the Role

At CNG, we are owners. We empower every individual to make a significant impact — because every moment matters. Whether you’re starting your career journey or aiming for the next level, we foster a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated.


Why Join CNG?

Employee Ownership: Every employee receives equity shares, enabling you to participate in our company's growth and prosperity.

Work-Life Balance: We support true work-life integration for all CNG employee owners.

Career Growth: Advance your career within our expanding network of manufacturing facilities with comprehensive training and development programs.

Purpose-Driven Work: Help create sustainable packaging solutions that reduce food waste and protect our environment for future generations.

The Role

  • Assist with month end close and journal entry preparation 
  • Assist with month end financial reports 
  • Reconciling balance sheet accounts 
  • Complete government census reports 
  • Perform ad hoc duties as assigned by the supervisor 

Schedule: 

  • Monday-Friday 8am-5pm (flexible)
  • Summer Internship


What You'll Do

At CNG, we empower the next generation of leaders who share our commitment to enhancing lives for a better world. Our interns drive real impact through hands-on experience, ownership of meaningful projects, and direct contribution to our sustainable solutions. You'll work alongside industry experts in a culture where curiosity thrives and courage is celebrated.

What You’ll Bring

Essential Qualifications:

  • Candidate should be a college level Junior or Senior  
  • Major or concentration in Accounting 
  • GPA of 3.5 or above 
  • High morale & integrity, willingness to learn, help and work as part of a team 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Solid skills with MS applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook 
  • Ability to learn and use ERP system(s) One Stream, DTR and Microsoft Office applications 
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail is a must 
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment 
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

Ready to Own Your Future?

Join a team where every voice matters, every contribution counts, and every employee shares in our success.

 Charter Next Generation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Learn More About CNG:

  • Visit our careers page: cnginc.com/careers
  • Discover our employee ownership program: cnginc.com/careers/employee-ownership
  • See what makes us different: cnginc.com/careers/why-cng


Key Skills
Month End CloseJournal Entry PreparationFinancial ReportsBalance Sheet ReconciliationGovernment Census ReportsMS WordMS ExcelMS OutlookERP System UsageOrganizational SkillsAttention To DetailIndependent WorkTeam CollaborationVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication
Categories
Finance & AccountingManufacturingEnvironmental & SustainabilityAdministrative
Benefits
Equity Shares