How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing. And that’s exactly what it will do at BAE Systems. You'll hit the ground running with a company truly committed to your growth as you enjoy a special camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. Build your future at BAE Systems.
As an intern you will participate in our nationwide Internship & Co-Op Program, LEAP, where you will have the opportunity to Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. You will also have access to additional benefits such as, networking with BAE Systems employees and other students, participating in exciting real-world projects, joining exclusive informational sessions with senior leaders, and expanding mentorship opportunities and career development.
In this position, you will be supporting the Combat Mission Systems (CMS) Business. This position is expected to be hybrid with on-site support local to our York, PA, Sterling Heights, MI, or Phoenix, AZ sites, but has the potential to be remote. Relocation will not be offered; housing is not provided. This position is expected to be hybrid with on-site support local to our York, PA, Sterling Heights, MI, or Phoenix, AZ sites, but has the potential to be remote. Relocation will not be offered; housing is not provided.
As an Accounting / Finance intern, you will:
- Support one of the Accounting or Finance teams in everyday processes
- Report to the Manager / Director of responsible function selected and will work directly with various leaders and specialist
- Develop professional skills in Accounting and Finance in a manufacturing environment in the Defense Industry
- Must be enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree Program pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
- Should have the ability to perform entry-level program finance analysis, basic concepts of accounting, and/or financial management
- Solid computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
- Basic problem solving acuity and basic experience with Microsoft Office tools with emphasis on Excel
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, to include the ability to prepare professional business letters and memorandums
- Ability to multi-task and work efficiently under deadlines
- Sound professional judgment, business acumen, attention to detail, and ability to plan and organize
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services PostingBAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.
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