Finance Internship Summer 2027

Woodward; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Sick Time

Job summary

Woodward offers a Finance/Accounting internship in the Aerospace and Energy sector, designed to provide students with real-world business exposure and hands-on experience.

The role involves supporting FP&A during planning cycles and close processes, updating financial reports and dashboards, and contributing to cost-center reporting and ERP initiatives. Opportunities exist for potential full-time employment after the internship.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking and problem solving are essential.
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis.
• Basic finance/accounting knowledge and concepts.
• Clear communication across teams and stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial data.
• Demonstrated initiative and ownership of tasks.
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong project and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support FP&A during annual planning cycles and month-end close processes.
• Update and improve financial reports, dashboards, and resource planning.
• Assist in cost center and expense reporting improvements with data validation.
• Participate in project work like ERP implementation and capital structure initiatives.
• Handle journal entries, reconciliations, and SEC reporting prep.
• Analyze pricing, sourcing savings, and operational data to drive improvements.
• Participate in audit and compliance efforts to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Finance knowledge

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Initiative and ownership

Adaptability and eagerness to learn

Project and time management

Education

Sophomore (college)

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Woodward offers a Total Reward package for this Internship position, including:

• Estimated pay: Sophomore: $21.00, Junior: $23.00, and Senior: $25.00
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance (20+ hours per week)
• Sick Time

Are you ready to make your mark? If you're a Finance or Accounting major, we have an exciting internship opportunity for you.

The purpose of an internship at Woodward is to provide students with the opportunity to gain exposure and 'real life' business acumen within the Aerospace and Energy Industry. Our internships also provide students with the opportunity to learn and gain practical experience and to work in areas related to their academic and/or career interests. Gain hands-on experience while working on challenging projects, network with professionals and learn from some of the brightest minds in business.

The experience also gives the intern opportunity for potential full-time employment with the company.

What you will be doing

• Support financial planning and analysis (FP&A) teams during annual operating plan (AOP) cycles and month-end close processes.
• Assist in updating and enhancing financial reports, dashboards, and resource planning strategies.
• Participate in cost center, profit center, and expense reporting improvements, including data validation and cleanup.
• Contribute to project-based work such as capital structure optimization, compliance initiatives, and ERP implementation support.
• Engage in financial accounting activities: journal entries, account reconciliations, and SEC reporting preparation.
• Analyze pricing, sourcing savings, and operational data to identify trends, support decision-making, and drive process improvements.
• Participate in audit assignments, compliance projects, and documentation efforts to support mandatory requirements and process clarity.

What We Are Looking For

• Analytical thinking
• Excel proficiency
• Basic finance/accounting knowledge
• Clear communication
• Attention to detail
• Initiative and ownership
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn
• Project and time management

Education or Formal Training

Must be at least a sophomore in an accredited College or University program and have an acceptable grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

Experience Required

No experience required. Previous internship or other working experience, a plus.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR, or possess all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident ( i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.