Accounting Intern

Job Description

Accounting Intern | Wacker Chemical Corporation USA

The Tone:
This is a full-time internship at Wacker Chemical Corporation USA, located in Ann Arbor, MI. WACKER, a reliable, determined, and ambitious company, is one of the world’s most research-intensive chemical companies, making countless products that are an integral part of everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, WACKER develops sustainable solutions that change the future. This internship offers hands-on experience in corporate accounting, financial analysis, and process improvement initiatives, providing valuable exposure to real-world business operations and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects with lasting impact. The intern will work closely with accounting professionals to support projects that enhance efficiency, strengthen financial processes, and improve forecasting capabilities.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship / Volunteer
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Ann Arbor, MI
• Mission: Support projects that enhance efficiency, strengthen financial processes, and improve forecasting capabilities.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office applications, AI Tools

What You’ll Actually Do
• Apply: Apply a basic understanding of financial accounting principles and financial statements to contribute to various accounting functions and projects.
• Participate: Actively attend team meetings, contributing ideas and engaging in discussions with accounting professionals.
• Document: Systematically document accounting procedures and workflows, and formulate recommendations for process enhancements to improve efficiency.
• Present: Develop and deliver a comprehensive Project Presentation at the conclusion of the internship, showcasing findings and contributions.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Must be a rising sophomore or higher actively pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, possessing a basic understanding of financial accounting principles and financial statements.
• Experience: Available to work full-time and in-person.
• Skills: Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities; proficient in Microsoft Excel, other Microsoft Office applications, and AI Tools; strong organizational, communication, and attention-to-detail skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively within a professional team environment.
• Bonus: Completion of intermediate-level accounting and business coursework is preferred.