Kerry Internship Programme 2027 - Finance

Kerry; Naas; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Kerry invites interns to join its Corporate Finance team in Naas, Ireland, for a 9‑month on-site internship starting January 2027. The programme offers hands-on exposure to financial statements, reporting, and stock announcements, with a strong emphasis on learning through real projects and cross‑functional collaboration.

You’ll develop practical skills in financial review, auditing coordination, and compliance data management, while building your professional network and preparing for Kerry’s

Qualifications

• Pursuing Accounting/Finance or related degree with strong academic performance.
• Curious about how a global business works and eager to learn.
• Proficient with MS Office and Copilot.

Responsibilities

• Support review and preparation of financial statements.
• Coordinate queries between auditors, site accountants and Group Financial Reporting.
• Upload signed and approved financial statements to the compliance database.
• Assist in preparing Interim Management Reports and stock exchange announcements.
• Engage in team projects to gain a wider view of Corporate Finance.

Skills

Curious

Organised

AI interest

Microsoft Office (MS Office)

Education

Accounting/Finance degree or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Copilot

Job description

Grow Your Future at Kerry

Key Internship Details

Where: Naas, Ireland

Start date: January 2027

Duration: 9 months

Working model: on-site

At Kerry, our purpose Inspiring Food, Nourishing Life - comes to life through science, innovation and sustainable nutrition. From food and beverage to pharma, our teams use insight, technology and science‑backed solutions to help solve real‑world challenges for people, society and the planet. Our impact reaches billions, but it starts with curious people, fresh ideas and teams who care about making a difference. If you’re looking for a place to learn, contribute and build real experience with purpose, Kerry could be the place for you.

Our Internship Programme Your First Step into Kerry

Our internships give you a real introduction to Kerry - our people, our work and the impact we’re creating through sustainable nutrition. With opportunities across Ireland, the UK and Mainland Europe, you’ll have time to learn, contribute and get a feel for where your career could go next. Demonstrate your potential during your internship and your application for our Graduate Programme will be fast‑tracked.

What You’ll Work On

• Supporting the review and preparation of financial statements.
• Helping coordinate queries between auditors, site accountants and the Group Financial Reporting team.
• Uploading signed and approved financial statements to our compliance database.
• Supporting the preparation of Interim Management Reports and stock exchange announcements.
• Getting involved in team projects and day‑to‑day priorities that give you a wider view of Corporate Finance.

What We’re Looking For

You don’t need to have it all figured out. For this internship, we’re looking for someone who is curious, organised and ready to get involved.

• Studying Accounting and Finance, Business, Maths, Statistics or a related degree, and on track for a 21 degree classification or equivalent.
• Curious about how a global business works, and open to learning from the people around you.
• Comfortable taking ownership of your work, while knowing when to ask questions or reach out for support.
• Eager to explore AI and new technologies, and keen to use them to work smarter, solve real challenges and make a meaningful impact.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Teams, and Copilot.
• Clear in how you communicate, whether you’re working with your team, sharing updates or managing priorities.

What’s in It for You

• Annual salary €29,500, pro‑rated based on the duration of the internship.
• See the bigger picture real experience that helps you understand Kerry, our work in sustainable nutrition and how our people bring our purpose to life.
• Build your network opportunities to connect with other interns, graduates and colleagues across Kerry.
• Share your impact work on a project during your internship and present your contribution at the end of the programme.
• Keep growing make a strong impact during your internship, and your application for our Graduate Programme will be fast‑tracked.