Global Operations Finance Intern

Ingredion Incorporated • Westchester, IL

2d • $20 - $23 • Hybrid

About The Position

Ingredion is seeking an ambitious student to join its Global Operations Finance team for summer 2027. The intern will analyze manufacturing trends, intercompany volume and pricing, and support monthly and quarterly financial reporting. The role offers an opportunity to apply academic experience in a corporate setting through a tailored learning path and to contribute to process improvements in a dynamic work environment.

The position is based in Westchester, Illinois, with a hybrid arrangement requiring three days in the office and two days remote. During the summer internship term, the intern must be able to work on site three days per week. Candidates must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program and have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States; Ingredion does not intend to sponsor work visas or provide this position as OPT or CPT.

Requirements

• Be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program.
• For undergraduate students, have completed at least two years of coursework and hold junior or non-graduating senior status.
• Be in or entering junior or senior year of college.
• Have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States; work visa sponsorship and OPT/CPT are not offered for this position.
• Be able to work on site three days per week during the summer internship term.
• Have excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Have working knowledge of basic computer software applications, including MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
• Have reliable transportation to and from the work facility three days per week.
• Demonstrate the ability to deliver under agreed-upon deadlines.
• Be able to work collaboratively with peers and others.
• Have solid teamwork skills and creative problem-solving ability.
• Have a desire to see and create results.

Nice To Haves

• Progress toward a bachelor’s degree in Finance.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and compare plant manufacturing costs across global regions to understand trends and drivers and potentially identify business opportunities.
• Assist in evaluating and improving the intercompany pricing process, including timing, accuracy, and minimizing affiliate exposure.
• Help develop standardized Global Operations Finance reporting processes and procedures to ensure monthly and quarterly reporting is consistent, timely, and accurate.
• Provide timely assistance with global operations finance ad hoc analysis and reporting requests.
• Help identify and recommend improvement opportunities and develop action plans.
• Manage positive relationships with internal operations and finance partners to deliver results and support business performance.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly salary based on degree program.
• Housing stipends for students relocating 51 or more miles from the Ingredion work location.
• Internship programming for career exploration, networking, and professional development, including the annual Capstone Summit at Ingredion headquarters in Westchester, Illinois.
• Intern mentor program.
• Involvement in Ingredion’s Business Resource Groups.
• Employee recognition program with personalized recognition rewards.
• Employee discount program with discounts on products, services, and travel.
• Full-time roles are eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage and a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern