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Internship - Finance - Summer 2026 - Chicago, IL or Le Mars, IA

CompanyWell Enterprises
LocationLe Mars
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 15, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will provide essential support for various finance departments, including operations, procurement, and financial planning. They will also independently manage special projects and assist in implementing functional strategies to help the team reach its objectives.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
2003
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Headquartered in Le Mars, Iowa, Wells Enterprises, Inc. is the largest privately held ice cream manufacturer in the United States. Founded in 1913 by Fred H. Wells and run by the Wells family for generations, the company is an independent operating company of the Ferrero Group, one of the global leaders in sweet packaged foods. We produce more than 900 ice cream and frozen novelties treats. Wells produces Blue Bunny® ice cream, frozen novelties and specialty frozen desserts along with the iconic Bomb Pop® brand. So much ice cream is produced in Le Mars by Wells that the city was designated as the Ice Cream Capital of the World® by the Iowa legislature! Blue Bunny branded items are distributed across the nation. Ice cream enthusiasts can find their favorite Blue Bunny products in grocery, convenience and club stores, on mobile vending trucks and in foodservice settings (such as educational institutions, hospitals and restaurants). The company’s corporate office and two ice cream plants are located in Le Mars. Our two other ice cream plants, one in Henderson, NV and the other in Dunkirk, NY help supply our frozen treats across the United States. Over 4,000 production, sales, office, and support personnel make up the Wells family. With its state-of-the-art production facilities the company is cited by many industry experts as one of the most technically advanced in the industry.
About the Role

Company: Wells Enterprises (a Ferrero Company)

Functional Area: Finance

 

The Role

Under general supervision provides essential support for departmental functions that include a wide range of activities and initiatives.

 

What You’ll Do

 

  • Perform operational and administrative functions as it relates to academic major
  • Independently work on special projects as assigned by functional leader
  • Assist in implementing functional strategies and contribute to the teams success in reaching goals and objectives
  • Support the departmental deliverables and be proactive in planning and supporting tasks

          Functional Finance Departments:

 

  • Operations & Supply Chain Finance
  • Procurement Finance
  • Sales Finance
  • Marketing Finance
  • Financial Planning & Analysis
  • Accounting

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

 

  • Have an applicable degree program and coursework that corresponds with the internship applied for. Prefer entering their Junior/Senior year of a 4 year degree program. Prefer a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher STEM students preferred 
  • Applicable experience within the technical fields preferred 
  • Knowledge - Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite 
  • Skills - Attention to detail, the ability to multi-task and excellent communication skills are all essential to this position. Effective presentation skills .

  • Abilities - Ability to work in a fast paced environment Ability to interact and collaborate with a variety of individuals in a professional manner.

     

Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis

Key Skills
Microsoft Office SuiteAttention to detailMulti-taskingCommunication skillsPresentation skillsCollaborationFinancial analysisOperational supportAdministrative supportStrategic planning
Categories
Finance & AccountingAdministrativeFood & Beverage