Commercial & Operations Finance Intern
Carlisle Companies
Carlisle, PA
Job Description
Project Summary:
Carlisle Construction Materials is seeking a Commercial & Operations Finance Intern to join our team in Carlisle. This Summer internship offers hands-on exposure to the financial and operational drivers behind a high-performance industrial business, with opportunities to support real decisions that impact profitability, efficiency, and commercial strategy.
This role is well-suited for students who enjoy analyzing data, building models, and translating insights into actionable recommendations in partnership with cross-functional stakeholders.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Expense Control & Cost Insights
Analyze operating expenses across manufacturing plants, distribution activities, and commercial functions
Identify trends, anomalies, and potential cost-saving opportunities to support performance improvement
P&L Modeling & Financial Impact Analysis
Develop and maintain financial models related to pricing, volume, material costs, labor efficiency, and freight
Support monthly forecasting processes and contribute inputs to the annual operating plan
Variance Analysis & Reporting
Perform monthly variance analysis versus budget, forecast, and prior-year performance
Partner with operations, procurement, and commercial teams to understand root causes and business drivers
Summarize findings and present clear insights to finance leadership
Margin & Profitability Analytics
Evaluate customer, product line, and regional margin performance to highlight opportunities and risks
Support initiatives focused on improving throughput, reducing scrap, and strengthening operational efficiency
Leadership Exposure
Present analytical findings to senior finance and operations leaders
Participate in plant tours, leadership roundtables, and cross-functional business reviews to deepen business understanding
Qualifications:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with attention to detail and structured problem-solving ability
Solid Microsoft Excel capabilities; experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus
Clear communication skills, including the ability to translate data into concise insights for varied audiences
Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and interest in building a long-term career in finance, operations, or general management
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