Company
Cox Automotive - USA
Business Operations
Intern - Functional
Individual Contributor
Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week
Yes, 5% of the time
Day
Compensation
Hourly base pay rate is $22.02 - $33.08/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.
Intern/Co-Op sessions are considered temporary employment. No full-time employment commitments are made. However, depending on our business needs, some interns may be considered for a full-time position following the conclusion of the session conditioned upon the intern graduating from their academic program and being available to commence full-time employment at a specified time.
Financial Analyst Intern
In today's data-driven financial landscape, the ability to turn numbers into actionable insights is more critical than ever. At Cox Automotive, our finance teams play a vital role in shaping the business decisions that drive our vision of transforming the way the world buys, sells, owns and uses vehicles.
If you're passionate about financial analysis, love digging into data, and want to gain real-world experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment — this Financial Analyst Intern role could be the opportunity for you!
What's In It For You?
- We value your time and potential. At NextGear, you'll be exposed to meaningful, challenging work that makes a real impact.
- You won't be figuring things out alone. You'll have a team of supporters — plus an assigned program mentor — to guide you, share their expertise and cheer you on.
- You'll experience real accountability that sharpens your professional skills and builds your confidence.
- You'll expand your network through exposure to finance and analytics professionals across the business.
- You'll help us build a bold, sustainable and inclusive future.
What You'll Do
You'll learn about NextGear Capital, Cox Automotive, and the broader auto industry through finance-focused assignments. You'll receive on-the-job training and targeted development opportunities to help you engage with your strengths and clarify your career interests. Here's a peek at what awaits you:
- Collect, organize and analyze financial data to deliver clear, actionable insights.
- Support the preparation of weekly, monthly and quarterly financial reports for internal stakeholders.
- Assist in building and maintaining financial forecasting models and tracking key performance indicators.
- Leverage AI tools — including Claude, Copilot and others — to streamline reporting, automate repetitive tasks and surface insights faster.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and key internal stakeholders.
- Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Network with peers and professionals across the industry.
What Will Make You Successful
You're ready to learn, grow and make your mark. You're excited to join a company that gives you a voice, supports your development and respects your time and talent. You have the following skills and qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a BA/BS degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics or a related field.
- Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas) is required and SQL is preferred.
- Strong analytical skills with a natural curiosity for exploring data and uncovering trends.
- Demonstrated basic AI literacy and ability to leverage AI tools to accelerate tasks such as reporting, data validation and analysis.
- Strong communication, relationship-building and organizational skills.
- Comfortable working independently, taking initiative and asking for clarification when needed.
- Adaptable and curious, with a willingness to adopt new tools and approaches.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- US work authorization (sponsorship is not available for this program).
Take the first exciting steps into your future with a company ready to help you succeed. Apply today!
To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.
Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.
Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.
EOE, including disability/vets
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.
