Finance & Accounting Summer 2027 Internship (Euclid, OH)

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader helping customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. The company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to drive higher quality and productivity across welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair.

About the role

Lincoln Electric’s Finance & Accounting Summer 2027 Internship in Cleveland, OH offers hands-on experience in global finance at a $4.2B manufacturing powerhouse. Interns work alongside industry leaders on real accounting tasks, competitor analysis, financial reporting, and strategic initiatives that impact operations in over 160 countries.

• LincPal Program: Paired with a Lincoln Electric employee for guidance.
• Professional Development: Workshops and leadership exposure.
• Hands-On Training: Practical experience through guided instruction and real-world applications.
• Networking & Culture: Social events, National Intern Day, and community service.
• Career Pathway: Eligible interns may be considered for full-time opportunities, including the Trainee Development Program.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial reports highlighting key performance metrics, trends, and variances.
• Conduct research on industry competitors to gather financial performance insights.
• Assist in the preparation and review of quarterly and annual filings (10-Q, 10-K).
• Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations for accurate financial reporting.
• Assist in building and updating financial forecasts and annual budgets.
• Support audits of key financial and operational controls across business units.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Internal Audit, FP&A, Financial Reporting, and Cost Accounting teams.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or already achieved a bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.
• Eligible to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis without sponsorship.

Skills

• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 (preferred).
• Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
• Familiarity with AI-powered tools and emerging technologies to improve efficiency and support data-driven decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Interest in working for a manufacturing company.

Schedule

Target program dates: May 25th – August 6th, 2027.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance: Temporary housing stipend may be available for candidates outside the immediate area.