Job Description
From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 - all while keeping the heart of "People Build Businesses" alive.
Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.
Sonoco Controllership & Business Accounting Summer Internship Program The Sonoco internship program is a selective program designed to identify Sonoco's next generation of accounting leaders and introduce working in a Corporate setting for a global public company. You will spend your summer gaining experience within multiple functional areas (including, Business Controllership, Corporate Consolidation and Reporting, Financial Systems, Internal Controls, Tax, Treasury, Internal Audit, Integration and SEC Reporting). This project-based program is hands-on experiences and working with the business and accounting leaders to solve problems. Throughout the program you can expect to gain a better understanding of your future potential at Sonoco through valuable project work.
Our internship program is designed to be a step toward joining the Emerging Leaders Program or other entry level positions upon graduation. Positions are primarily filled with rising seniors in their academic programs.
Our diverse portfolio of businesses provides opportunities across our multiple business units, integration into Sonoco's culture, and the opportunity to make a true impact from day one. This position is located at our Global HQ in Hartsville, SC. All internships last approximately 12 weeks. Your start/end date can vary based on your final exam schedule and relocation needs. Internships are paid, and relocation assistance is provided. We also provide a housing and activity allowance, and Sonoco sponsored activities with other interns and new Emerging Leaders Associates.
To become an intern with Sonoco, there are a few key things you'll need to have/had:
- Enrolled in a 4-year institution pursuing your Bachelor's degree with a concentration in Accounting, Finance or Economics (must have at least 9 credit hours of accounting before the summer program begins)
- Previous internship experience preferred
- Proven leadership experience
- Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel i.e., pivot tables, v-lookups) and financial modeling knowledge
At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.
Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
- Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
- Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.
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