Summer 2027 Internship – Finance – California

Stryker (old); San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

11 paid holidays annually

Corporate housing or living stipend

Job summary

Stryker Group in the United States is offering a Finance/Accounting internship that provides hands-on exposure to financial planning, analysis, and reporting. You will work with ERP systems and Excel to automate processes while supporting budgets and close activities.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Finance or Accounting degree with a 3.0+ GPA, eligible to work in the U.S., and ready to network with leaders. This internship includes a sign-on bonus and housing support options where applicable.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's degree and remain enrolled after internship.
• Cumulative 3.0 GPA or above.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Strong written and verbal communication with ability to collaborate.
• Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Create and analyze accounting statements and reports to aid financial statements.
• Support teams in developing and improving finance and accounting processes.
• Build ad-hoc templates and leverage ERP systems and Excel to automate reporting.
• Coordinate with departments on projections and budgets and communicate variances.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and participate in monthly close processes.
• Assist with development and maintenance of annual budgets.
• Collaborate with Finance interns across the country on a case study project.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Finance or Accounting degree

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

What You Get Out of the Internship

At Stryker, we believe that developing the next generation of talent is just as important as developing life-changing medical technologies. As an intern, you won’t just observe — you’ll contribute to meaningful projects, gain exposure to leaders who will mentor you, and experience a culture of innovation and teamwork that is shaping the future of healthcare. As an intern, you will:

• Apply classroom knowledge and gain experience in a fast-paced and growing industry setting


• Implement new ideas, be constantly challenged, and develop yourskills


• Network with key/high-level stakeholders and leaders of the business


• Be a part of an innovative team and culture


• Experience documenting complex processes and presenting them in a clear format

Who we want

Challengers. People who seek out the hard projects and work to find just the right solutions.

Teammates. Partners who listen to ideas, share thoughts and work together to move the business forward.

Charismatic networkers. Relationship-savvy people who intentionally make connections with both internal partners and external contacts.

Strategic thinkers. Interns who propose innovative ideas and consistently exceed their performance objectives.

Customer-oriented achievers. Individuals with an unparalleled work ethic and customer-focused attitude who bring value to their partnerships.

Game changers. Persistent interns who will stop at nothing to live out Stryker’s mission to make healthcare better.

Opportunities Available

As a Finance or Accounting intern at Stryker, you will gain hands-on experience supporting financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities. Interns may:

• Create and analyze accounting statements and reports to assist in preparing financial statements


• Support teams in developing and improving finance and accounting processes


• Build ad-hoc templates and leverage ERP systems and Excel to automate and optimize reporting


• Coordinate with departments on projections and budgets, and communicate variances against financial targets


• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and participate in monthly close processes and reporting


• Assist with the development and maintenance of annual budgets


• Collaborate with other Finance interns across the country on a case study project

Majors Targeted: Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics, or related degree

What You Need

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field; must remain enrolled in a degree-seeking program after the internship.


• Cumulative 3.0 GPA or above (verified at time of hire)


• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and not require employment-based sponsorship now or in the future.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to collaborate and build relationships


• Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and eagerness to learn in a dynamic environment.

$20 min hourly wage – $35 max hourly wage, sign-on bonus, 11 paid holidays annually, and either paid corporate housing or a living stipend, dependent upon hiring location