Finance Intern

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

ABOUT THE JOB Anduril is defining the future of defense, and we’re looking for a Finance Intern to join our corporate finance team. Ideal candidates for this role are pursuing their MBA, are exceptional communicators, and have a can-do attitude — where no job is too small or big, thrive in ambiguity, bias towards action, and have a genuine alignment and excitement towards the company’s mission. This 12 week summer internship will be in-person in Costa Mesa, CA. WHAT YOU’LL DO Contribute significantly to the development and refinement of the long-range financial plan (LRP), annual operating plan (AOP), and monthly financial forecasts Develop detailed financial models and scenario analyses to evaluate the financial impact of strategic initiatives and operational decisions Provide strategic financial insights and variance analysis related to performance, including revenue, OPEX, EBITDA, capital expenditures, and cash flow Partner closely with the Strategic Real Estate and Business Operations team to support ad hoc financial analysis, scenario modeling, and executive decision-making Develop financial models and analytical frameworks to address ad hoc investor inquiries and support investor relations activities Establish an extensive benchmarking analysis and framework for total company financial performance and financial operating metrics Prepare executive level presentations and materials that synthesize financial analysis and provide actionable recommendations REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration degree with a specialization in Finance, Corporate Finance, o Strategy. All applicants should be returning to school at the end of their internship to continue their academic studies for at least 1 semester. Strong financial modeling skills, including advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, macros, scenario analysis) Excellent communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts to both financial and non-financial audiences Prior experience in corporate finance, investment banking, private equity, or strategic consulting is a plus Ability to complete an in-person 12-week internship in Costa Mesa, CA Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. Please always verify communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com . Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links. What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com . Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ .

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