Financial Leadership Development Program (FLDP) Intern – Summer 2027

O-I•Perrysburg, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join O-I’s Financial Leadership Development Program as an intern to accelerate your leadership growth and embark on a transformative journey. Guided by industry experts, you will learn from the best in the business while honing your financial acumen. This structured program is tailored to nurture high potential talent, equipping you with the skills and knowledge needed for a successful and impactful career in O-I’s financial sectors. Through challenging assignments and a supportive learning environment, you will gain diverse experiences, deep organizational insight, and a global perspective. This program is designed to prepare and identify candidates for our full-time positions in the Financial Leadership Development Program, ultimately preparing individuals for leadership roles in accounting and finance at O-I. You will rotate through teams within the America’s North Region, including Commercial Finance, Accounting, Operations Finance, and Financial Planning & Analysis. The program includes a fluid rotation schedule, all located in Perrysburg, OH. You will take on deep-dive assignments tailored to your development goals and organizational needs. Throughout the program you will find mentorship amongst the program leader, rotational managers, and other FLDPs. Regular check-ins with both the FLDP leader and your rotation manager will support your progress, help address challenges, and explore opportunities for advancement throughout the program and beyond.

Requirements

Pursuing a business degree with an Accounting or Finance major with a strong GPA.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and assignments to meet objectives.
Ability to analyze complex problems and make data-driven decisions.
Natural curiosity, eagerness to learn, and strategic thinking.
High motivation with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Initiative and adaptability in dynamic environments.

Nice To Haves

Foreign language skills are a plus.
Experience in other software programs and/or ERP systems (SAP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Work with the Assistant Controller and Operations Analysts on the financial aspects of the operation, including preparation of journal entries, fixed assets, inventory accounting, month-end/year-end closing, and monthly Sarbanes-Oxley reporting/execution.
Work with the Commercial Finance manager and analysts on various pricing and profitability analyses, including customer-specific financial modeling, margin analysis, creation of price proposals, and supporting with reference materials and presentations to leadership.
Work with the FP&A manager and analysts on activities related to financial reporting and analysis, including period-over-period comparison, key metric review, and reporting refresh utilizing financial reporting software.
Work with the Operations Controller on various activities related to forecasting and reporting at the manufacturing plant level, including labor and benefit tracking, controllable vs noncontrollable spend review, and plant-level forecast analysis.
Participate in other Global and Regional Finance Teams as opportunities arise.