What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Intern position at Eaton?
What You’ll Do
Position Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Intern to join our team within a manufacturing environment. This internship is designed to provide both educational and hands-on experience in key financial functions, including Field Accounting, Operations, and Budget Management. The intern will gain practical exposure by applying academic knowledge in a professional setting while supporting real-world financial processes.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Basic (Required) Qualifications:
Position Criteria:
Learning Objectives:
By The End Of The Internship, The Intern Will
Position Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Intern to join our team within a manufacturing environment. This internship is designed to provide both educational and hands-on experience in key financial functions, including Field Accounting, Operations, and Budget Management. The intern will gain practical exposure by applying academic knowledge in a professional setting while supporting real-world financial processes.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Support budget review and analysis processes
- Assist with monthly “flash” reporting review and variance analysis
- Help track and monitor operational expenses and financial performance
- Assist with field accounting activities, including data collection and reconciliation
- Support preparation of financial reports and presentations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial information
- Perform basic data entry, analysis, and documentation tasks
- Participate in process improvement initiatives within the finance function
Basic (Required) Qualifications:
- Actively enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Finance or Accounting
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above (please don't round)
- Relocation is not provided for this role. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the El Paso, TX site.
- Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
- Must be available to work at least 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday
- Must be able to commit to a 6-month internship duration
- Prior internship, co-op, or campus leadership experience in finance, accounting, supply chain, or operations
- Experience with data analysis and reporting (e.g., PivotTables, charts, basic Power Query, or similar tools)
- Familiarity with ERP or finance systems (e.g., SAP) and/or accounts payable, budgeting, or inventory finance concepts
Position Criteria:
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic financial concepts
- Excellent attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Learning Objectives:
By The End Of The Internship, The Intern Will
- Demonstrate awareness, understanding, and skills necessary to work effectively in a diverse and professional environment
- Gain hands-on experience in finance and accounting within a manufacturing setting
- Develop analytical and problem-solving skills through real-world applications
- Observe and participate in budgeting, forecasting, and operational finance activities
- Strengthen communication and teamwork capabilities in a corporate setting