Finance Intern Summer 2027
About The Position
Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is a Fortune 500 company that operates as an ideas and solutions provider, specializing in corrugated packaging to help customers package, transport, and display products. Their white paper business focuses on delivering 'Paper With Purpose' through excellent customer service and operational efficiency. With approximately 15,000 employees across more than 100 U.S. locations, PCA is committed to meeting local customer needs and exceeding expectations for performance and environmental responsibility. The company culture emphasizes the 'golden rule,' fostering mutually rewarding relationships through respect, ethical practices, and high standards. PCA is a leading producer of containerboard and corrugated packaging, offering broad expertise and economies of scale, supported by multiple plant locations for rapid local service.
Requirements
- Proficient in use of MicroSoft EXCEL
- Familiar differences in Mainframe applications vs PC based systems
- Undergraduate course work in accounting: Process MFG Cost Accounting, Cost Analysis, Internal controls, Forecasting
- Overall GPA 3.0/4.0
- Must be currently enrolled at Mississippi State University, The University of Mississippi, Auburn University, University of Alabama, University of Maine, University of North Carolina State, Texas A&M University, University of Miami Ohio, Tennessee Technology University, or any University of TN and majoring in Finance or accounting or a related field and have completed the freshman year.
- A minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 is required
- Must be a permanent U.S. resident
Nice To Haves
- Students that sign up for interviews through University during the Career Fairs and On-Campus Interview days will be given first consideration.
Responsibilities
- Understanding of Contractor Time & Material Billings and markups
- Work with others outside the accounting group to perform physical inventories
- Partner with Operations
- Able to take instructions, execute and effectively communicate results
- Able to work with accounting and non-accounting personnel
- Ability to work safely and adapt to environment when around machinery
Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Life coverage
- AD&D coverage
- Disability coverage
- 401k plan with pre-tax and Roth contribution options
- Employer provided matching contributions for 401k
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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