Corporate Accounting Intern

Job Description

Corporate Accounting Internship – Summer 2027 | Plastipak

The Tone:
This is a seasonal internship at Plastipak, a global manufacturing organization located in Plymouth, Michigan, spanning 12 weeks from May 17 to August 6, 2027. This role is specifically designed for students seeking a summer of hands-on experience, significant professional development, and extensive networking opportunities within a world-renowned global organization. As a Corporate Accounting Intern, you will gain practical insights across various accounting functions, including both Corporate and Cost Accounting. The position offers the chance to engage in meaningful projects that support critical business decisions and directly contribute to the company’s operational success. This internship is your opportunity to bridge academic concepts with practical application, solving real-world challenges while discovering the indispensable role accounting plays in driving a top-tier manufacturing business.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: In-person, Plymouth, MI

• Mission: Execute meaningful projects that support real business decisions and contribute directly to the company’s success.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Acquire: Gain hands-on experience in multiple critical areas of accounting, specifically Corporate Accounting and Cost Accounting, within Plastipak’s global manufacturing operations.
• Deliver: Work on and complete meaningful projects that are designed to support real business decisions and directly contribute to the company’s overall success.
• Implement: Apply accounting concepts learned in the classroom to solve tangible, real-world challenges faced by the business.
• Understand: Develop a deep understanding of the critical role that accounting plays in driving the performance and strategy of a world-class manufacturing business.
• Cultivate: Expand professional connections and acquire new skills through dedicated mentorship, formal professional development activities, and exclusive networking events with experienced leaders and industry professionals.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This entry-level internship requires candidates to be actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience: Applicants should expect to graduate in December 2027 or Spring 2028, aligning with the typical timeline for this summer internship program.
• Skills: During the 12-week internship period (May 17 – August 6, 2027), candidates must be residing within a commutable distance to the corporate headquarters located in Plymouth, Michigan. Additionally, candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship, and will not require employer sponsorship after graduation.
• Bonus: Achieving a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required for consideration.