What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Planning & Analysis Intern position at Hexion Inc.?
Company Overview
Imagine Everything. Build the Future with Hexion.
At Hexion, we push boundaries, rethink possibilities, and create real impact. We activate science to deliver progress—developing breakthrough solutions that strengthen industries, protect communities, and drive a more sustainable future.
This is where bold thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators come together to shape what’s next. Whether you're engineering advanced materials, transforming manufacturing technologies, or leading strategic innovation, your ideas and actions leave a lasting mark. We cultivate an inclusive culture of growth, collaboration, and accountability, ensuring every contribution propels us forward.
We don’t follow the status quo—we challenge it, disrupt it, and improve it. Every role at Hexion is part of something bigger.
We invest in innovation, sustainability, and continuous development—equipping you with the tools, training, and opportunities to excel. With an unwavering commitment to safety, partnership, belonging, and impact, we empower you to lead change and strengthen industries worldwide.
Your Future Starts Here.
If you’re ready to push limits, reimagine what’s possible, and create the extraordinary, Hexion is where you belong.
Anything is possible when you imagine everything.
About The Program
At Hexion, our interns are more than students — they are valued team members. As an FP&A Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in corporate finance while working on projects that have real business impact. You’ll receive mentorship from finance leaders, participate in professional development sessions, and present your project outcomes to senior leadership at the end of the program.
This internship is designed to give you exposure to financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and decision support, preparing you for potential future opportunities at Hexion.
Key Responsibilities
As An FP&A Intern, You Will
We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, pregnancy, race, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site and, be at least 18 years of age. Any offer of employment will be conditioned upon successful completion of a drug test and background investigation, as well as authorization for the Company to conduct additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. A prior criminal record is not an automatic bar to employment, and the Company will conduct an individualized assessment and reassessment, consistent with applicable law, prior to making any final employment decision.
Imagine Everything. Build the Future with Hexion.
At Hexion, we push boundaries, rethink possibilities, and create real impact. We activate science to deliver progress—developing breakthrough solutions that strengthen industries, protect communities, and drive a more sustainable future.
This is where bold thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators come together to shape what’s next. Whether you're engineering advanced materials, transforming manufacturing technologies, or leading strategic innovation, your ideas and actions leave a lasting mark. We cultivate an inclusive culture of growth, collaboration, and accountability, ensuring every contribution propels us forward.
We don’t follow the status quo—we challenge it, disrupt it, and improve it. Every role at Hexion is part of something bigger.
We invest in innovation, sustainability, and continuous development—equipping you with the tools, training, and opportunities to excel. With an unwavering commitment to safety, partnership, belonging, and impact, we empower you to lead change and strengthen industries worldwide.
Your Future Starts Here.
If you’re ready to push limits, reimagine what’s possible, and create the extraordinary, Hexion is where you belong.
Anything is possible when you imagine everything.
About The Program
At Hexion, our interns are more than students — they are valued team members. As an FP&A Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in corporate finance while working on projects that have real business impact. You’ll receive mentorship from finance leaders, participate in professional development sessions, and present your project outcomes to senior leadership at the end of the program.
This internship is designed to give you exposure to financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and decision support, preparing you for potential future opportunities at Hexion.
Key Responsibilities
As An FP&A Intern, You Will
- Support the monthly forecast and annual budget process, including variance analysis and management reporting.
- Assist with financial modeling and scenario analysis to support business decision-making.
- Prepare and analyze KPI dashboards and performance metrics across business units.
- Partner with cross-functional teams (Operations, Commercial, Supply Chain) to understand financial impacts of business activities.
- Develop presentations and reporting materials for senior finance leadership.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in financial reporting and planning processes.
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Analytics.
- Strong academic performance (GPA ≥ 3.0 preferred).
- Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint; exposure to tools such as Power BI, SAP, or Hyperion a plus.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Collaborative, detail-oriented, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
- Prior internship, co-op, or project work in Finance or Accounting.
- Familiarity with financial statements and basic corporate finance concepts.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver on deadlines.
- Hands-on exposure to corporate FP&A processes at a global specialty materials company.
- Professional mentorship and networking opportunities across the Finance organization.
- A chance to make an impact by contributing to real projects that support business performance.
- Final presentation of your work to senior FP&A and Finance leaders.
We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, pregnancy, race, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site and, be at least 18 years of age. Any offer of employment will be conditioned upon successful completion of a drug test and background investigation, as well as authorization for the Company to conduct additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. A prior criminal record is not an automatic bar to employment, and the Company will conduct an individualized assessment and reassessment, consistent with applicable law, prior to making any final employment decision.