Company Description
It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.
We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.
The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful—because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.
If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you’ll find your purpose here.
Job Description
Primary Function of Position
At Intuitive, Accounting Analyst Interns work on meaningful projects supporting financial reporting, compliance, accounting operations, controls and process improvement initiatives. Interns gain exposure to corporate accounting, financial reporting, SEC reporting, internal controls, technical accounting and accounting systems while leading a capstone project that creates lasting business value.
Essential Job Duties
Support accounting and financial reporting activities including close, reconciliations and analysis.
Assist with internal controls, compliance and accounting governance activities.
Support process improvement and automation initiatives.
Analyze accounting data and reporting outputs to identify trends and opportunities.
Collaborate, as needed, with Accounting, Finance, Tax, Treasury, Internal Audit and IT teams.
Lead a capstone project and present recommendations to leadership.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience
Ability to communicate effectively (written, oral)
Excellent interpersonal skills including a collaborative work style
High integrity with the ability to handle confidential information and data appropriately
Superb attention to detail
Deep desire to learn and acquire new skills
Self-motivated, curious, and comfortable with ambiguous challenges
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
3.0+ GPA (please list on resume)
Authorization to work in the US is a prerequisite for employment
Sponsorship of work visa is not available
University Hiring Program Eligibility Requirements:
University Enrollment: Must be currently enrolled in and returning to an accredited degree-seeking academic program in the Fall.
Internship Work Period: Must be available to work full-time (approximately 40 hours per week) during a 10-12 week period starting May or June. Specific start dates are shared during the recruiting process.
Required Education and Training
Current enrollment and completion of at least two years of an undergraduate program in accounting prior to internship.
Working Conditions None
Preferred Skills and Experience
Minor in Finance, Business, Math, Economics, or Information Systems
Previous experience with ERP software (ex. SAP, Workday, etc.)
Additional Information
Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.
Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.
U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer: In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.
Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government’s licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).
For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee’s start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.
Accommodation & Accessibility Notice:
Intuitive is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please contact People Services at [email protected].
We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay (paid at an hourly rate), benefits, and a housing allowance. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including relevant skills and experience for this internship, degree-seeking academic program (PhD, Master’s, Bachelor’s, etc), year in school, and location. The hourly rate is prorated against the intern program salaries listed and total program compensation will be based on internship duration.
Base Compensation Range Region 1: $34 USD - $48 USD
Base Compensation Range Region 2: $29 USD - $41 USD
Shift: Day
Workplace Type: Set Schedule - This job will be onsite weekly, the percentage of onsite work will be defined by the leader.
