Mars Finance Intern

August 12, 2024

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Job Description

## About Mars

Mars is a family-owned business with over $35 billion in global sales. They produce some of the world’s best-loved brands, including:

M&M’S®
SNICKERS®
TWIX®
MILKY WAY®
DOVE®
PEDIGREE®
ROYAL CANIN®
WHISKAS®
EXTRA®
ORBIT®
5™
SKITTLES®
BEN’S ORIGINAL®
COCOAVIA®

Beyond consumer brands, Mars also cares for half of the world’s pets through their nutrition, health, and services businesses, including:

Banfield Pet Hospitals™
BluePearl®
Linnaeus
AniCura
VCA™
Pet Partners™

Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in over 80 countries. Their Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom – guide their 140,000 Associates in creating a better tomorrow.

## Mars Finance Internship Experience

As a Mars Finance Intern, you will gain valuable experience in the following areas:

Driving Digital Agenda: Help the finance team unlock analytics capabilities, optimize processes, and implement next-generation applications and technologies.
Project-Based Assignments: Collaborate with various stakeholders to drive value through tangible projects. You’ll gain visibility to senior leadership within the organization.
Skill Development: Build crucial skills including data storytelling, analysis, process optimization, senior leader communication, project ownership, and stakeholder alignment.
Career Advancement Potential: This internship provides a competitive experience with the potential to join full-time within the MARS Finance Leadership Experience (MFLE) program after graduation.

Available Opportunities:

Finance and Accounting internships are available in various locations across North America, including:

• Newark, NJ (Mars Wrigley)
• Franklin, TN (Mars Petcare)
• Chicago, IL
• Other offices within various business units.

Business Units with Available Internships:

• Mars Wrigley
• Mars Petcare
• Royal Canin
• Mars Global Services
• Internal Audit

What Mars is Looking For:

• Agile students with a drive for results and a desire to learn.
• Individuals who can quickly build relationships.
• Students passionate about the consumer products industry.
• Candidates with a background in Finance, Accounting, or related business fields.
• Rising seniors who are willing to relocate.

What You Can Expect from Mars:

Diverse and Talented Team: Work with over 140,000 Associates guided by The Five Principles.
Purpose-Driven Environment: Contribute to a company striving to build a better future.
Comprehensive Internship Program: A 10–12-week summer program providing hands-on experience with real-world business challenges.
Networking Opportunities: Engage in professional and social activities to network with fellow interns and senior leaders.
Mentorship and Support: Receive ongoing coaching and mentorship to ensure your success.
Hybrid Work Model: Enjoy the benefits of remote work and in-person collaboration.
Learning and Development: Access to Mars University and best-in-class learning resources.
Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Receive an industry-competitive salary, benefits, fun freebies, and pet-friendly offices.