Accounting Intern - Spring/Summer 2026

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

Knife River Corporation in Bismarck, ND/Beaverton, OR has Accounting Internship opportunity available! Join a People-First company that cares about your career development.
* Great pay, great people!
* Growing, publicly traded company.
* On-the-job training and skill development.
* One team, working together.

This internship opportunity will begin at 20+ hours/week to accommodate school schedules in the winter and shift to full-time during the summer. The position is temporary and will be completed in 9-12 months.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently a college student pursuing degree in finance or accounting with a concentration or minor in an IT related field such as (but not limited to) Information Systems.
• Must have an understanding of balance sheet account reconciliations
• Familiarity with BlackLine or other cloud-based financial automation platforms is preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent work experience required.
• Proficient computer skills, especially Microsoft Office.
• Communication skills - both verbal and written.
• Must be within commuting distance to our Bismarck, ND or Beaverton, OR offices. Some remote days may be available.
• Must be able to follow directions, maintain workflow in areas of responsibility and handle difficult situations.
• Ability to maintain proprietary and confidential information accordingly.

How To Apply:

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

If unable to apply online, please mail completed application to:

Knife River Corporation

Box 5568

Bismarck, ND 58506