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Finance Intern (Summer 2027)

Clarios · Milwaukee, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 29, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a project where you improved how something was done. What was the before and after?

What they are checking: Whether they can take on the process improvement projects this internship is built around.

Tell me about a time you presented findings to people who knew more than you did.

What they are checking: Whether they can communicate clearly and confidently in front of leadership.

Why finance at a manufacturing company rather than a bank or accounting firm?

What they are checking: Whether they have a real reason to want operations finance at this company.

Tell me about a time you caught your own mistake before anyone else did.

What they are checking: Whether they check their work, which matters when numbers go to leadership.

What would you do

You are pulling numbers for a monthly operations review and two plants report the same metric differently. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they notice inconsistency and ask questions rather than forcing the numbers to fit.

You are given a vague project with little direction. How do you get started?

What they are checking: Whether they ask good questions and make progress without needing every step defined.

About the work

What do you think plant finance looks like for a company with 16 manufacturing sites?

What they are checking: Whether they have a basic sense of operations finance and how multi-site reporting works.

How would you explain the monthly close and consolidation to a friend who is not in finance?

What they are checking: Whether they understand what consolidating results across sites means and why it matters.

What is the most advanced thing you have done in Excel?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle the analysis and reporting work from day one.

What is the difference between budget, forecast and actuals, and why do companies compare them?

What they are checking: Whether they know the basic FP&A concepts behind the monthly reviews.

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The full job description

As published by Clarios.

What You Will Do • Gain insight into our operations finance organization through completion of projects aimed at improving aspects of our plant finance operations & reporting. Operations supports 16 manufacturing sites across the U.S. This will provide an opportunity to learn how the leading battery manufacturer in the world utilizes finance to deliver and improve upon their results. • Gain insight into our FP&A organization through supporting the monthly consolidation and analysis of financial results and associated financial reporting along with preparation of materials for the monthly operations review or regional operations review with leadership. How You Will Do It • Complete projects aimed at improving aspects of our plant finance operations & reporting. Operations supports 16 manufacturing sites across the U.S. This will provide an opportunity to learn how the leading battery manufacturer in the world utilizes finance to deliver and improve upon their results. • Support the monthly consolidation and analysis of financial results and associated financial reporting along with preparation of materials for the monthly operations review or regional operations review with leadership. What We Look For • Currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university. • Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance. • Ability to be in the greater Milwaukee area in the summer. • Duration: Summer 2027. Up to 40 hours per week. • Working Arrangements: Hybrid internship – must have a quiet workspace away from interruptions, with the option to work in the office. Be able to maintain regular contact with the supervisor/team via virtual methods. • PLEASE NOTE that applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future. #LI-CC1 What you get: • Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership • HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility • Clarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction. Who we are: Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities. Veterans/Military Spouses: We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics. Equal Employment Opportunity: We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com . We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report . We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law. A Note to Job Applicants: please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process. To All Recruitment Agencies : Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.

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