Coherent Corp. is a global leader in lasers and engineered materials, and they are seeking a Financial Analyst Intern to join their team for Summer 2026. This role will provide hands-on experience in financial planning and budgeting, involving analysis of financial data to support informed business decisions.
Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation, tracking, and analysis of operating expense (OPEX) budgets
Support headcount (HC) planning and workforce cost analysis in collaboration with finance and business teams
Help monitor capital expenditure (CAPEX) requests and spending against approved budgets
Analyze budget vs. actual results and assist in identifying key variances and trends
Assist in maintaining financial data accuracy across ERP and financial planning tools
Prepare reports and dashboards to track expense performance and support management decision-making
Support ad hoc financial analysis and special projects related to budgeting and financial performance
Extract, load, and analyze financial data from ERP systems to support budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field
Proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI or Tableau)
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Clear communication skills and a willingness to work collaboratively in a team environment
Self-starter with the ability to take initiative and work independently on assigned tasks
Basic knowledge of financial principles and data analysis techniques
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to interpret and analyze data to identify trends and patterns
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced work environment
Preferred
Opportunities to connect with fellow interns and colleagues across the organization through virtual and in-person networking events
Team-building activities
Coherent empowers market innovators to define the future through breakthrough technologies, from materials to systems.
