Accounting Intern Undergrad

Job description

ABOUT MEDTRONIC:

Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life.  We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be. 

We can accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help us shape the future. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

THIS IS A TEMPORARY INTERNSHIP POSITION

Our Summer Associate Program offers internships to top graduate and undergraduate students. Even before you graduate, you will get a taste of our innovative, mission-driven culture, while gaining meaningful work experiences and improving lives. In addition to a challenging 12 week internship assignment, you'll have opportunities to experience our dynamic culture through a variety of networking, leadership, and social events.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Medtronic Diabetes is looking for driven Accounting students who wish to join a fast-paced team in a growing division of the world’s leading medical device manufacturer. Interns will work closely with finance professionals in a team-based environment. This intern position will perform general accounting duties for the Diabetes business unit.

Responsibilities include:

·         Assist with general accounting responsibilities including balance sheet reconciliations and adjusting journal entries

·         Research and analysis

·         Accounts Payable

·         Special projects and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, THE FOLLOWING BASIC QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE EVIDENT ON YOUR RESUME

·  Currently enrolled in Bachelor's Degree program, majoring in Accounting
·  Completed sophomore year by start of internship
·  Experience with Microsoft Office tools

DESIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·  Previous internship experience in the Medical Device Industry
·  Excellent oral/written communication skills
·  Fast learner and able to work in a team environment

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO STATEMENT:

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http :// www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Desired profile

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, THE FOLLOWING BASIC QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE EVIDENT ON YOUR RESUME

·  Currently enrolled in Bachelor's Degree program, majoring in Accounting
·  Completed sophomore year by start of internship
·  Experience with Microsoft Office tools