Job Description
Placement Student – Finance | 12-Month Internship Opportunity
Are you an undergraduate looking to gain real-world finance experience? Join Prysmian’s Finance team at our corporate headquarters as a Placement Student – Finance for a 12-month internship starting in summer 2025. This opportunity is perfect for a motivated individual eager to develop practical financial skills while contributing to a dynamic team.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Placement Student – Finance, you will gain hands-on experience in key financial operations, including:
Key Responsibilities of a Placement Student – Finance
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Supporting the HV Controller with contract reviews and financial analysis
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Assisting with installation timesheets and equipment postings on a monthly basis
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Contributing to monthly management accounts, journal postings, and results analysis
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Conducting balance sheet reconciliations and fulfilling reporting requirements
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Providing ad-hoc financial support to various teams across the company
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Taking on increasing responsibilities throughout the year to maximize learning and development
Who We Are Looking For
Essential Skills for a Placement Student – Finance
We’re looking for an ambitious undergraduate who is:
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Highly organized with strong attention to detail
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Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Access (experience with pivot tables is a plus)
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Numerically inclined with the ability to analyze financial data
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A clear and confident communicator
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Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Placement Student – Finance Requirements
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Studying for a degree in Finance, Business, or a related field
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Strong teamwork and communication skills
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A professional attitude with a proactive approach to learning
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Strong time management and problem-solving abilities
Location Details
This role is based at our corporate office in Eastleigh, near the town center:
Prysmian Cables & Systems Limited, Chickenhall Lane, Eastleigh, SO50 6YU
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15-minute walk from Eastleigh railway station
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Free on-site parking available
Why Join Prysmian?
At Prysmian, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential in a supportive and innovative environment.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental pillars of our business strategy. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Gain hands-on finance experience
Develop key industry skills
Work in a collaborative and professional environment
Kickstart your career in finance—apply today!