Finance Internship: FP&A & Accounting in Aerospace

Woodward, Inc.; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance (20

Sick Time

Job summary

Woodward, Inc. offers an internship in finance/accounting with opportunities to gain real business exposure within the Aerospace and Energy sector.

You will support FP&A teams, update reports, and contribute to ERP enhancements while learning from professionals and potentially securing a full-time role after graduation. Ideal candidates are sophomores with a 3.0+ GPA, strong Excel skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Strong Excel skills and data interpretation.
• Clear communication, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Demonstrated initiative and ownership of tasks.
• Adaptable and eager to learn new concepts.
• Effective project and time management in a fast paced internship.

Responsibilities

• Support FP&A teams during annual operating plan (AOP) cycles and month-end close.
• Assist in updating financial reports, dashboards, and resource planning.
• Participate in cost center, profit center, and expense reporting improvements.
• Contribute to capital structure optimization, compliance initiatives, and ERP implementation support.
• Engage in financial accounting activities: journal entries, reconciliations, and SEC reporting prep.
• Analyze pricing, sourcing savings, and operational data to identify trends and support decision making.
• Participate in audit assignments, compliance projects, and documentation efforts.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Initiative and ownership

Adaptability and eagerness to learn

Project and time management

Education

Sophomore status & GPA 3.0

Job description

Woodward, Inc. offers an internship in finance/accounting with opportunities to gain real business exposure within the Aerospace and Energy sector.

You will support FP&A teams, update reports, and contribute to ERP enhancements while learning from professionals and potentially securing a full-time role after graduation. Ideal candidates are sophomores with a 3.0+ GPA, strong Excel skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset.