Finance Intern - Summer 2026

Role Summary:

This role is part of the Finance team and will support the Oncology Business Unit at AstraZeneca Canada. The role will work closely with Finance Business Partners and cross-functional team members to plan and analyze financial performance against strategic objectives. 

You are joining a team of individuals is leading a culture that is science and patient-focused, agile and high-performing.  Your role within this Finance team will be to work collaboratively with the other Finance colleagues to share best practices and influence the ambitious growth of AstraZeneca. 

Your role in helping us achieve our leadership ambition will be to:

• Support the entire Finance function with a focus on Finance Business Partnering, FP&A and Controlling across a range of responsibilities

This position is will play an integral role in digitizing Finance while seeking out new ways to add value to each finance function.  In addition, you will have the opportunity to work with other functions in AstraZeneca, as you support the various Finance Business Partners which in turn work directly with the Business Units.  You will gain experience in several core financial areas such as: Business Planning, Financial Analysis, and Profit/Cost Center management. 

Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

Support the Finance team with a range of responsibilities, including:

• Serving as a key liaison between the Finance teams
• Developing financial processes and tools to drive more timely support and improved insights for the business
• Partner with cross-functional team members to enhance planning and insights capabilities through dashboards to present and analyze financial data
• Working closely with the Finance Business Partners to navigate through business and financial planning cycles
• Advance adoption of AI capabilities across finance tools and processes
• Think critically and support the Finance team to solve business challenges
• Provide support and lead elements of the month-end financial review engagements with key stakeholders
• Support the monthly, quarterly, annual and multi-year planning and forecasting process

Qualifications:

• Pursuing of hold post-secondary degree or higher in Business, Finance or Accounting with experience in Computer Science an asset
• Knowledge of financial concepts and management accounting
• Highly proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with Python, Tableau, PowerPivot, VBA/Macros, SQL or other related software is desirable
• Strong Problem Solving and analytical skills; solutions oriented
• Ability to participate in collaborative teamwork
• Strong communication skills: interpersonal, writing and presentation
• Self-starter, initiative, ability to work in dynamic environments
• Project Management experience
• Holds (or working towards) accounting designation is preferred but not required
• Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2026.
• Available to work full-time for duration of the internship

What you’ll Learn:

As an Intern at AstraZeneca Canada you will have the opportunity to learn about various positions with AstraZeneca as you work cross-functionally with different parts of our business.  Our purpose for this position is to ensure you gain key foundational knowledge that will complement your education through interesting work while leveraging valuable networking opportunities to expand your learning. You will be invited to attend various learning events including Town Halls, Industry Spotlight sessions Science Matters presentations, employee engagement events as well as many others so you will be well-prepared and qualified for future positions with AstraZeneca. 

We have a strong track record in developing and coaching interns to be successful for future positions at AstraZeneca. Join us and thrive in a place where the brightest and most curious minds come together to unlock the potential of what science can do!

What to Expect:

This role is a 4-month paid contract position, which starts in June 2026. Our position will be based in our Mississauga head office and allow for flexible working arrangements working both onsite (2-3 times per week) and virtually.

About AstraZeneca Canada:

At AstraZeneca, we are united by a common purpose – to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. This purpose underpins everything we do; our work helps to make hearts healthier, to help people breathe easier, and to help more people survive cancer. Every single day, we make a difference by delivering potentially life-changing medicines to millions of people worldwide and by leading breakthrough science that promises to transform the treatment of disease.

Our purpose is bold and so is our approach. Becoming a more agile and innovative company means creating a vibrant, dynamic culture where we celebrate entrepreneurial thinking and act quickly to inspire change. We are courageous, taking smart risks and learning from both success and failure. We are curious, creative, and open to new insights and ways of working. Above all, we are passionate about science and driven to always put patients first. Join us and be part of a great place to work; an environment that energizes and empowers each of us to achieve our goal to develop and deliver medicines.

Annual base salary for this position ranges from $41,495.20 to $54,462.45. AstraZeneca is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The range provided in this posting represents an offer pay range used in a majority of situations. The base pay offered will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, and other specific business and organizational needs.  In some cases, offers outside the range may also be considered to address unique circumstances.

In addition, our permanent positions offer an annual Variable Pay Bonus/Short Term Incentive opportunity as well as eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (if applicable to role).  Benefits offered for permanent roles include a competitive Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program, 4 weeks’ paid vacation, and annual Personal Days. Fixed Term Contract/Temporary positions (excluding students) are offered a Contract Benefits Program.

Great People want to Work with us! Find out why: 

• GTAA Top Employer Award for 10 years

• Top 100 Employers Award

• Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture

• Learn more about working with us in Canada

• View our YouTube channel

AI Disclosure:

We are using AI as part of the recruitment process.

Vacancy:

This advertisement relates to a current vacancy.

Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today!

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailingAZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com. 

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Date Posted

12-Jan-2026

Closing Date

30-Jan-2026

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.