Corporate Accounting Internship - Summer 2027

Plastipak; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor program

Professional development

Networking opportunities

Exposure to business facets

Health Insurance Coverage

401(k) Plan with matching

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Scholarship programs

Job summary

Plastipak offers a Corporate Accounting Intern position in Southeast Michigan for a 12-week summer program from May 17 to August 6, 2027. You will gain hands-on experience across corporate accounting and cost accounting, working on meaningful projects that support real business decisions and contribute to the company’s success.

The internship emphasizes applying classroom concepts to real-world challenges, with mentorship, professional development, and extensive networking opportunities to build

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Expected to graduate December 2027 or Spring 2028
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Residence commutable to Plastipak corporate headquarters in Plymouth, MI
• Eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship (and no sponsorship needed after graduation)

Responsibilities

• Work on Corporate Accounting and Cost Accounting projects
• Gain hands-on experience across multiple accounting areas
• Apply classroom concepts to real business decisions and challenges
• Participate in mentorship and professional development activities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Are you seeking a summer with hands‑on experience, professional development & networking opportunities with a global organization located in Southeast Michigan?

Look no further than an internship at Plastipak!

As a Corporate Accounting Intern, you'll gain hands‑on experience across multiple areas of accounting, including Corporate Accounting and Cost Accounting. You'll work on meaningful projects that support real business decisions and contribute directly to the company's success. This is your opportunity to bring classroom concepts to life, applying what you've learned to solve real‑world challenges while discovering the critical role accounting plays in driving a world‑class manufacturing business. Beyond your day‑to‑day work, you'll expand your professional network through mentorship, development opportunities and exclusive networking events with experienced leaders and industry professionals- building the skills and connections to launch your career.

This internship is 12 weeks, from May 17 - August 6, 2027

Who You Are

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Expecting to graduate December 2027 or Spring 2028
• Achieving a minimum GPA of 3.0
• During the internship period, will be residing within a commutable distance to our corporate headquarters located in Plymouth, Michigan
• Eligible to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship & will not require employer sponsorship after graduation

What You'll Get

• A detailed work plan including defined projects
• A mentor for support and career guidance
• 15+ hours of formal professional development activities
• Extensive networking opportunities
• Exposure to the many facets of our business

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

• Wellness Programs
• Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
• EAP, Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
• Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
• Paid Company Holidays
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Caregiving via Care.com
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
• Travel Assistance
• Employee Discount Programs
• Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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