Software Engineering Intern

Software Engineering Intern

Company:  TriMas Packaging LLC

Primary Location:  38505 Woodward Avenue, Suite 200, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304 USA

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Hourly | Intern

Function:  Information Systems

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Position Summary

We are seeking an Software Engineering Intern to help design and build a solution that ingests financial data from multiple file formats (e.g., Excel, CSV, PDFs, ERP exports), standardizes the data, and generates automated comparisons, insights, and variance analysis. This tool will support financial planning and analysis (FP&A) processes and improve decision-making efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop a system to extract, transform, and load financial data from diverse sources
• Build models to:
  Normalize inconsistent data formats
  Map accounts across different datasets
• Develop functionality to:
  Compare financial statements (actuals vs budget, forecast vs prior, etc.)
  Identify variances and key drivers
  Highlight anomalies or inconsistencies
  Implement data validation and reconciliation logic
• Create user-friendly outputs such as:
  Dashboards (Power BI / web app)
  Automated reports
  Summary insights
• Integrate with existing tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, ERP systems)
• Ensure scalability, performance, and data accuracy
• Collaborate with finance stakeholders to refine business logic and requirements

This position is an onsite, part-time role. Expected hours are 15-20 hours per week.

About Us 
TriMas Packaging is a global provider of dispensing, closure, flexible packaging and custom solutions serving the beauty and personal care, food and beverage, home care, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical, and industrial and agricultural markets. With 22 locations worldwide and a strong culture built on safety, innovation and sustainability, we design and manufacture high-quality packaging solutions that meet the standards our customers expect. 

Through ongoing innovation and close collaboration with our customers, we continuously enhance our expertise, expand our customer reach and broaden our product portfolio. Together, our people, products and shared commitment to excellence drive us to shape the future of packaging. 

Why Join TriMas Packaging? 
At TriMas Packaging, we care beyond packaging. Our success starts with our people, and we are committed to creating an environment where every employee feels valued, supported and empowered to make a meaningful impact. 

When you join our team, you become part of a global, collaborative and purpose-driven organization committed to: 
Creating Value – We deliver innovative, high-quality packaging solutions by leveraging advanced technologies, state-of-the-art facilities and a global network built on trust. 
Supporting Our People – Our employees are the foundation of our success. We embrace diversity, encourage collaboration and foster an inclusive workplace focused on safety, respect and continuous learning. 
Driving Innovation – We invest in continuous improvement and operational excellence, empowering our teams to develop new ideas and deliver exceptional results for our customers. 
Building a Sustainable Future – We are committed to reducing our environmental impact and developing sustainable packaging solutions that benefit our customers, our communities and our planet. 

We offer a supportive culture and the opportunity to work with international teams around the globe. 

If you’re looking for a place where you can build your career, be challenged and make a difference, TriMas Packaging is the place for you. 

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills
• Experience with:
  Data processing libraries
  File parsing (Excel, CSV, PDF extraction)
• Knowledge of machine learning or AI techniques (for classification, anomaly detection, or mapping)
• Understanding of financial statements and FP&A processes
• Experience with databases (SQL, data warehouses)
• Knowledge of automation frameworks or RPA tools
• Experience building internal tools or analytics products

Benefits

Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.