Accounting & Finance Intern

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. As a member of the Johnson Controls Future Leaders Internship Program, you will learn to use your valuable skill set, knowledge, and passion to excel in a dynamic and competitive global environment. Our Internship Program is a unique opportunity to put classroom theory into practice while bolstering your resume and professional network. By joining a program that is rooted in community, connection, and memorable experiences, you will have an opportunity to transform your future. We are proud to share that our Intern Program has been recognized by Yello x WayUp as one of the Top 100 Internship Programs in the United States for 2026.

What's in it for you?

• Join interns nation-wide for a summer of learning and fun:
• Innovation Challenge
• Volunteering opportunities
• Executive Engagement
• Development sessions
• Inclusive and diverse environment
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401k, Medical, Dental and Vision care, available day one

What you will do

Johnson Controls invites you to apply for an internship located in Glendale, WI. This internship is designed to provide you with a positive work/training experience and challenging objectives. Under the supervision of a Finance Manager, you will perform financial analyses to support and measure business unit results. You will work independently and interact with regional and business group contacts to assist in the planning and analysis of quarterly forecasts and profit plans, monthly financial results and key financial targets. You will perform special studies including competitive analysis, industry trend research, and internal benchmarking. In addition to these core team functions, you will lead a set of projects to expose you to different business groups within Johnson Controls including Operations, Transportation, Commercial, Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Marketing, Manufacturing, and many others.

How you will do it

• This will be a full-time summer 2027 internship with a potential option to continue throughout the school year.
• Tasked with a specific project.
• Participate in the Future Leaders Internship Programming events that include but are not limited to: weekly professional development sessions, 8-week innovation challenge and a self-directed virtual learning journey, and special events.
• Aids regional teams, business units, and plant locations as needed.
• Assists in the development and presentation of monthly results.
• Works with Finance Managers to develop supporting materials for use in forecast and profit plan reviews.
• Assists in the preparation of the long-term strategic plan and supporting materials.
• Generates key operational and financial performance metrics.
• Present findings, results, and analysis of projects and other work to senior leadership.

What we look for

Required Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university.
• Pursuing a degree in Accounting and/or Finance.
• U.S. citizen or legal right to work in the U.S.
• A highly motivated individual capable of handling multiple responsibilities and able to change directions quickly if needed.
• An effective communicator to all levels of the organization.
• Able to contribute to projects.
• Must have demonstrated computer skills, including use of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrates an ability to learn quickly and independently.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) preferred.
• Brings enthusiasm, professionalism, and a collaborative mindset to team interactions.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Preferred foreign languages encouraged.
• Relevant internship experience.

Hiring hourly range: $21-24/hour. Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted hourly range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site.