Finance Intern, Spring 2025

The Walt Disney Company

Oct 25, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Placement Program
Accounting & Tax
Banking & Finance

Requirements

Ability to work in a flexible team environment including functional groups outside of the department
Organizational skills with the initiative to take a creative approach and work on assigned projects independently
Exceptional verbal and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
Experience with creative thinking and fast turnaround production
Proven ability to develop and interpret financial models
Ability to handle several projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
Demonstrated digital literacy skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship
A junior, senior or recent graduate pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or other business/quantitative equivalent
Be at least 18 years of age
Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program
Possess unrestricted work authorization
Candidate must be available to work full time hours (approximately 40 hours per week) for the duration of the internship
This internship is a primarily on-site position - Must be able to provide own housing and reliable transportation for work in the Orlando, FL area. Also requires a working, reliable internet connection as well as a quiet, dedicated workspace

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for maintaining financial reports, monitoring and controlling costs and budgets, tracking commitments from both internal and 3rd party consultants and contractors, preparing budgets and performing financial sensitivity analysis where appropriate. The intern will assist in the development and monitoring of key internal controls, and develop working relationships with internal customers and understand their core business.
Maintaining accurate financial information and developing basic financial models for performance and trend analysis
Identifying financial issues and presenting analyses in a format that clearly communicates results for management evaluation
Understanding accounting impacts to areas of responsibility that could affect financial performance
Interfacing and building rapport with project /department team members, management, and internal/external customers
Promoting financial controls throughout the organization
Developing financial analysis to influence decisions, as well as alternatives/proposals for operational improvements
Working with the project team to establish budgets, costing strategies, and maintain EFC’s (estimated final costs)
Setting up and maintaining WBS (Work Breakdown Structure)
Providing regular reporting and analysis management (e.g. cash flow analysis and forecasting, completion cost reporting, AOP)

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the Finance Intern?

The Finance Intern will be responsible for maintaining financial reports, monitoring and controlling costs and budgets, preparing budgets and performing financial sensitivity analysis, and developing and monitoring key internal controls, among other tasks.

What are the approximate dates of the internship?

The approximate dates of the internship are January 2025 - June 2025.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited college/university, be pursing a bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field, and possess strong organizational and communication skills.

Is this internship paid?

The job description does not specify whether the internship is paid; please check the application or company resources for details.

What is the location of the internship?

The internship is located in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States.

Are there any preferred qualifications for applicants?

Yes, familiarity with SAP and experience working with Business Intelligence Software such as Microsoft PowerBI or Tableau are preferred qualifications.

Will I need to provide my own housing?

Yes, the internship requires you to provide your own housing and reliable transportation for work in the Orlando, FL area.

How many hours per week is the Finance Intern expected to work?

The Finance Intern is expected to work full-time hours, approximately 40 hours per week.

Do I need prior internship experience to apply?

No, but candidates must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.

Can I complete this internship remotely?

This internship is primarily an on-site position, and remote work is not typically supported.

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