About the role#
We are looking for students to join our Summer 2027 Finance Internship Program. This role provides hands-on experience within our Corporate Finance organization. You will work directly with finance professionals and business leaders on strategic decision-making and key financial initiatives. Throughout the summer, you will participate in professional development training, networking events, site visits, and a company-wide intern summit. High-performing interns may be considered for our two-year rotational Finance Leadership Program.
What you'll do#
- Partner with finance leaders to prepare quarterly Board presentations and supporting materials.
- Support the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
- Collaborate with pricing and commercial finance teams to evaluate financial impact.
- Build financial models and conduct return-on-investment analyses.
- Analyze financial performance across mills, plants, customers, products, and regions.
- Participate in month-end close activities, financial reporting, inventory reviews, and income statements.
- Develop discounted cash flow (DCF) models.
- Improve reporting processes and enhance financial databases.
- Perform ad hoc analyses and create recommendations for finance leadership.
- Create monthly and quarterly EBITDA bridges.
- Lead independent projects and contribute to key business priorities.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- A minimum GPA of 3.5 is preferred.
- Strong interest in corporate finance and future leadership opportunities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated leadership potential and the ability to build professional relationships.
- Willingness to work in and travel to manufacturing and production environments as needed.
Location & details#
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia
- Term: Summer 2027
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Modality: On-site
- Paid: Yes
About WestRock Company
WestRock Company produces paper-based packaging solutions for global markets. The company operates 63 mills and over 500 converting facilities across 40 countries. It manufactures products including corrugated boxes, folding cartons, and automated packaging systems. Its operations support sectors such as food, healthcare, and luxury retail.
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