Finance Intern

Job Description

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Ensign-Bickford Industries (EBI), founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high-technology conglomerate. The company is committed to participating in businesses relevant to the future of the world, with a focus on multi-generational growth prospects. As “One EBI,” the organization innovates in science and technology, aiming to enhance the safety, health, and well-being of society while creating exceptional long-term value. EBI is described as a global science and technology organization with unparalleled leadership positions across attractive industries and markets. It takes on complex technological and scientific challenges in diagnostics, pet food science, and aerospace and defense. EBI conducts business with the highest human and ethical standards, emphasizing mutually beneficial partnerships and a belief in genuine economic and social service.

The internship opportunity is specifically located within AFB International, a subsidiary of Ensign-Bickford Industries.
• AFB International is the global science and technology leader in pet food palatability. It specializes in developing and producing a full range of liquid and dry palatability enhancers using high-quality ingredients designed to optimize companion animal response and consumption. AFB is recognized as the leader in pet food flavor enhancers, ensuring product performance for pet food manufacturers and their customers.

Other notable subsidiaries of Ensign-Bickford Industries include:
• Cawood: The UK’s leading scientific group, recognized for its technical capability and value-added service to customers in land-based industries.
• Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD): A global leader in precision energetic systems and other innovative explosives, non-explosive, and electromechanical solutions for the defense and aerospace markets.
• EnviroLogix: An industry leader in the development and manufacturing of tests for the rapid detection of GMOs and mycotoxins throughout the worldwide food production chain.

About the Job: Finance Intern

Program Overview: Ensign-Bickford Industries is seeking talented college students to join its 12-week internship program for the upcoming summer. The program is specifically designed to provide interns with real-world and hands-on experience in areas that align with their interests. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with industry experts to solve real-world challenges and contribute to changing business practices.

Location: This specific opportunity is located within the AFB International business at its palatant manufacturing facility in St. Charles, Missouri.

Key Responsibilities (Finance Intern):
The Finance Intern will be responsible for supporting all aspects of AFB International’s palatant manufacturing operations. Interns will gain exposure to and support lean manufacturing standards, including:
• Process flow.
• Kaizen techniques.
• Six Sigma techniques.
The primary responsibilities of this position will include:
• Data collection and interpretation.
• Root cause analysis.
• Corrective action implementation.
• Process defect identification and reduction.

Required Skills and Attributes: Successful candidates for this internship will be:
• Self-starters.
• Capable of working effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Possess excellent attention to detail.
• Able to maintain high standards for quality and documentation.
• Exhibit the ability to communicate effectively across a variety of departments.

Internship Program Benefits: As part of the Ensign-Bickford Industries internship program, your experience will include:
• Participation in robust projects with positive business impact.
• Receiving formal and informal feedback from managers.
• Attending Lunch & Learn sessions featuring executives from across the business.
• Opportunities for networking & social events.
• Visibility to all levels of Leadership within the company.

Logistics: Interns at the St. Charles, MO location must provide their own transportation to and from work.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE): AFB International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.