Location: Wapakoneta, OH
Compensation: $22.00 / hour
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday – Friday
About Pratt IndustriesPratt Industries is America's 5th largest corrugated box manufacturer and the world's largest privately-held 100% recycled paper and packaging company. Our mission is to "Harvest the Urban Forest"—protecting the planet’s natural resources by diverting more than 3 million tons of paper from landfills every year.
The OpportunityWe are looking for an ambitious, career-minded college student to join our Mill Accounting Department in Wapakoneta. This part-time internship offers an immersive, hands-on experience within a fast-paced industrial environment. You will bridge the gap between classroom theory and the financial realities of a massive manufacturing operation.
Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Operations: Support the Mill Accounting team with daily financial tasks, month-end reporting, and account reconciliations.
Data & Analysis: Assist in tracking production costs and analyzing financial data within specialized manufacturing ERP software.
Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams to understand the intersection of paper production, recycling logistics, and finance.
Process Improvement: Assist in identifying efficiencies within the accounting workflow to support the mill’s high-output operations.
Other: Miscellaneous tasks that support the function and operations of the Accounting team as requested.
QualificationsEducation: Currently enrolled in an accredited degree program majoring in Accounting. Completion of Cost Accounting coursework is required.
Technical Aptitude: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word. Eager to learn complex accounting and production software.
Future-Ready Skills: Openness to learning and utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI); we will provide training on how to leverage AI tools to enhance accounting workflows and data efficiency.
Reliability: Ability to commute daily to the Wapakoneta, OH facility during business hours.
Soft Skills: A "teachable" mindset, high attention to detail, and the ability to communicate professionally in an office and industrial setting.
Preferred SkillsPrevious internship or project work involving financial analysis.
An interest in the manufacturing or recycling industries.
Preferred Qualifications
Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest corrugated box manufacturer and the world's largest privately-held 100% recycled paper and packaging company. Our mission is to "Harvest the Urban Forest"—protecting the planet’s natural resources by diverting more than 3 million tons of paper from landfills every year.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in an accredited degree program majoring in Accounting
- Completion of Cost Accounting coursework
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
- Ability to commute daily to the Wapakoneta, Ohio facility during business hours
- Teachable mindset, high attention to detail, and professional communication skills
- Previous internship or project work involving financial analysis
- Interest in the manufacturing or recycling industries
Pratt Industries Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are part of a broad core package, with options like HSA and wellness incentives and eligibility that often begins within one month of hire. Coverage breadth is reinforced by added programs such as EAP, legal/ID protection, and travel assistance.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is widely offered, with eligibility commonly beginning around three months. This provides structured support for long‑term savings across many roles.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid childbearing and parental leave are included as part of the standard package. Some postings indicate these benefits activate after a defined tenure (e.g., around 12 months).
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What We Do
Pratt Industries is America's fifth largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held producer of 100% recycled paper.
