Finance Intern Summer 2027 at Bob Evans Foods, New Albany, OH
Finance Intern Summer 2027 at Bob Evans Foods in New Albany, OH. Internship. Est. up to $130k. Apply with swipeandhired.
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Business Unit Overview
About Bob Evans Farms, Inc.
For over 75 years, Bob Evans Farms has delivered delicious, quick-to-table, farm-inspired food that makes mealtime a little bit easier and a lot more delicious. We're proud to be the No. 1-selling refrigerated dinner sides*, including many varieties of wholesome, feel-good favorites such as mashed potatoes and macaroni & cheese, sold in grocery stores across the country. We're also a leading producer and distributor of sausage and egg products including liquid eggs. In addition to our flagship Bob Evans ® brand, our product portfolio includes Simply Potatoes ®, Egg Beaters ® and Owens ® Sausage. Bob Evans Farms is based in Columbus, Ohio, and is owned by Post Holdings, Inc., a consumer-packaged goods holding company. For more information about Bob Evans Farms, Inc., visit www.bobevansgrocery.com.
Responsibilities
Position Overview
Join our 10-week Finance Department program, where you'll gain hands-on experience across multiple finance and accounting areas such as financial reporting and budgeting & forecasting. You'll work with finance team members and business partners to support reporting used in decision-making and assist with the annual business plan process. This internship will allow you to make a positive impact by completing meaningful projects within Finance and participating in a broader intern project. We expect all employees to demonstrate our core values of: Putting Safety First, Be Courageous, Do the Right Thing, Win Together, and Drive for Results.
Accountabilities
- Assist with financial data entry, transaction support, and financial record updates.
- Support variance and trend analysis to help the team understand business performance.
- Gain exposure to reconciliation activities and supporting accuracy checks.
- Conduct research on business trends and market conditions for assigned finance projects.
- Support ad-hoc projects, special assignments, and process improvement learning opportunities.
Key Learning Opportunities
- Gain knowledge and insight into budgeting and forecasting processes
- Exposure to financial technology and enterprise software
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems, including Oracle and SAP
- Develop analytical skills by interpreting data and drawing conclusions
- Strengthen problem-solving abilities while learning to navigate organizational culture
- Participate in projects that provide exposure to business performance and operational efficiency
- Collaborate with finance and cross-functional partners through assigned projects and learning opportunities
- Build a professional network across multiple areas of the organization
Qualifications
Education
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
- Must have completed at least sophomore year coursework
- Strong academic performance (GPA of 3.0 or above preferred)
Experience
- Prior internship, part-time, or project experience in finance/accounting preferred but not required
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; familiarity with financial or ERP systems preferred
- Developing analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills
- Ability to work collaboratively, take ownership of assigned tasks, and partner effectively with peers and cross-functional teams
- Strong interpersonal skills, including active listening, clear communication, and professionalism
- Self-motivated, able to follow through on assigned work, ask thoughtful questions, and seek guidance when needed
- Ability to handle sensitive information professionally and confidentially