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Discover Accounting and Finance at AbbVie 2027

AbbVie · North Chicago, IL · Internship · Finance

Posted Sep 22, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Why accounting and finance, rather than another part of business?

What they are checking: Whether the interest is genuine or the major was chosen for them.

Tell me about a leadership role you have had in a student organization. What did you actually change?

What they are checking: The posting asks for demonstrated leadership. This checks it is more than a title on a resume.

What do you know about what AbbVie does?

What they are checking: Whether they researched the company or applied to everything with a name they recognized.

Tell me about a group project where someone was not pulling their weight.

What they are checking: How they handle a peer problem when they have no authority, which is most of early career.

Tell me about a time you got a grade or a result you were not happy with. What did you do next?

What they are checking: How they respond to a setback, which matters more than the setback at this stage.

How do you keep track of everything when you have several deadlines at once?

What they are checking: A real system for organizing themselves, which is the habit that carries into a first job.

What would you do

This is an unpaid one day immersion, not an internship. What are you hoping to get out of it?

What they are checking: Whether they read the posting and have realistic expectations of the day.

What would you want to ask someone who has worked in finance here for ten years?

What they are checking: Curiosity, and whether they think of a day like this as networking or as learning.

About the work

Describe a time you used Excel to answer a question, not just to hold data.

What they are checking: Whether the Excel on their resume is a skill or a class they passed.

What is a balance sheet for, in your own words?

What they are checking: Whether the fundamentals are solid for where they are in their degree, without expecting more than that.

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Discover Accounting and Finance at AbbVie 2027 Overview The AbbVie Accounting & Finance Immersion is an unpaid, immersive experience for freshman and sophomore undergraduate students interested in future Accounting and Finance internships with AbbVie. Students will join us at AbbVie's Headquarters in Lake County, IL on May 20, 2027 to: • Experience AbbVie’s culture firsthand • Gain exposure to key accounting and finance business areas through interactive learning experiences • Build an extended network of AbbVie representatives, leaders, and fellow students • Participate in professional development and career exploration opportunities AbbVie will provide travel and lodging for eligible students. Minimum Qualifications • Pursuing a bachelor’s degree with an expected graduation date between December 2028 – August 2030. • Majoring in or a strong interest in exploring opportunities in Finance and/or Accounting • Demonstrated utilization of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint in academic and/or professional settings. • Demonstrated leadership experience within a school or student organization setting. • Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher. Preferred Qualifications • Progress towards successfully completing at least three accounting courses (each with 3 credit hours) by the time of graduation, with one of the courses being focused on cost or managerial accounting. • Dual major or minor in a related field is a plus • Interest or exposure in utilizing systems and tools to visualize and present data in a meaningful way. • Interest or exposure in data analysis and ability to perform robust analytics and predictive modeling. • Currently enrolled in or completion of an accredited Excel or data visualization tool certificate program or course. • Ability to use analytical skills to innovatively solve problems. • Proven track record of working collaboratively in teams, being adaptable, innovative, proactive, and maintaining high ethical standards. • Previous internship or related experience. • Cumulative GPA of 3.50 or higher. AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html

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