Fall 2026

Financial Planning & Analysis Intern

Posted on 8/9/2026

Sony

Sony

10,001+ employees

Global electronics and entertainment company

Compensation Overview

$18/hr

New York, NY, USA

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
Finance & Banking (1)
Required Skills
Microsoft Office
Market Research
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

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Requirements
  • Currently enrolled in an accredited university with a major in Finance or Accounting and in the junior or senior year.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office software applications, particularly Excel, including pivot tables and basic formulas such as VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, SUMIF, and SUMIFS, as well as PowerPoint.
  • Familiar with generally accepted accounting principles and international financial reporting standards.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States.
  • Honesty, trustworthiness, and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in the financial forecast preparation process by extracting data for forecast input, analyzing and inputting assumptions, reviewing results, and submitting results to consolidation systems including BPC and OneStream.
  • Assist in creating strategy and finance materials for management.
  • Research and analyze market trends, industry developments, competitors, market share, and business unit activities.
  • Assist with ad hoc reporting and analysis to support the financial planning and analysis team and management.
Desired Qualifications
  • Previous internship experience in finance, accounting, or business analysis.

Sony creates and sells consumer electronics and entertainment products for a global audience. Its roots go from a Tokyo repair shop to a multinational company after adopting transistor technology and launching Japan’s first transistor radio, the TR-55, in 1955, and rebranding to Sony in 1958 to reach a broader market. Sony’s product lineup blends hardware and media experiences for everyday use, with a focus on reliable quality and recognizable brands. The company expanded internationally, becoming the first Japanese company listed on the New York Stock Exchange in 1961, signaling its global ambitions. Compared with many peers, Sony combines a long history of electronics innovation with a broad entertainment footprint and a track record of global growth, giving it a wider scope than firms that focus on a single product category. Its goal is to be a leading worldwide provider of electronics and entertainment experiences that people trust and enjoy.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Tokyo, Japan

Founded

1946

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What believers are saying

  • Sony raised FY2026 operating profit guidance to ¥1.72 trillion after Q1 beat.
  • PlayStation Network reached 125 million users, while digital game sales dominated Q1.
  • Spider-Man: Brand New Day grossed $932 million globally, reinforcing Sony Pictures' cash engine.

What critics are saying

  • Sony will end PlayStation disc manufacturing in January 2028, inviting regulatory and consumer backlash.
  • Dutch plaintiffs seek $457 million over PlayStation Store pricing, targeting Sony's 30% commission.
  • September 2026 StudioCanal deletions expose digital ownership fragility and fuel trust erosion.

What makes Sony unique

  • PlayStation, Sony Pictures, and image sensors create three engines few rivals match.
  • Spider-Man: Brand New Day delivered Sony Pictures' biggest opening, validating franchise access.
  • Sony's sensor leadership and Mitsubishi's October 2026 factory JV extend industrial relevance.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Mental Health Support

Fertility Treatment Support

Parental Leave

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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