Operations Finance Intern

Operations Finance Internship - Summer 2026 Schedule: First shift, flexible hours (9:00 AM-2:00 PM or 10:00 AM-3:00 PM) Availability: Monday through Friday, up to 40 hours per week Pay: $17.00 per hour Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and analytical Operations Finance Intern to support the finance and manufacturing teams at our Massachusetts-based food production facility. This internship offers hands-on experience in cost analysis, operational reporting, inventory tracking, and financial planning within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. The intern will work closely with plant operations, supply chain, and accounting teams to help improve efficiency, control costs, and support business decision-making. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assist with daily, weekly, and monthly operational finance reporting Support inventory reconciliation, material usage tracking, and variance analysis Analyze production costs, labor efficiency, waste, and manufacturing performance metrics Help prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial models for plant operations Partner with operations and supply chain teams to identify cost-saving opportunities Maintain and update spreadsheets, dashboards, and ERP system data Participate in month-end close activities and financial reporting processes Conduct ad hoc analysis related to production, procurement, and plant performance Support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and finance departments Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and internal controls Education and Experience: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems is a plus Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams Interest in manufacturing, operations, or the food industry preferred Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment What You'll Gain Real-world experience in operations finance within the food manufacturing industry Exposure to plant operations, supply chain management, and cost accounting Mentorship from finance and operations professionals Opportunity to contribute to impactful business projects and process improvements Professional development and networking opportunities Location(s) - 4 plants Wilmington, Massachusetts, United States Medford, Massachusetts, United States Haverhill, Massachusetts, United States Compensation Competitive hourly pay based on experience and academic background. Potential for academic credit where applicable. NO BENEFITS Should be goal-oriented, confident, outgoing, and able to work well under pressure and succeed within a competitive environment.