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You want to make an impact in the world. At Eaton, we’re solving some of the toughest challenges on the planet. Our Early Talent Programs open up an exciting world of opportunities for you to make a difference on a global scale. As part of these programs, you'll dive headfirst into real-world problems, honing the skills you need to develop into a top-tier leader. Your assignments are more than tasks and busy work, they're your chance to drive innovation in intelligent power management and shape the future of our company. And now for the best part - you won't be on a solo mission. You'll team up with seasoned leaders, gaining diverse experiences that'll drive you forward to reach your career goals.

What sets our Early Talent Programs apart:

• Personalized Program Experience: We’re committed to energizing your career and empowering your impact. No two participants share the same experience or set of responsibilities.

• Role Exploration: In our programs, you'll explore various roles early on. This allows you to build your skills and maximize your potential for future roles.

• Strategic Networking: Collaborate with senior leaders with mentorship programs woven into your experience.

• Global Perspectives: Our Development Program spans diverse businesses and locations. Relocating to an endorsed Eaton site is a required part of the adventure, enhancing your learning and maximizing program benefits.

It’s time to make connections, get energized, and power ahead.

Eaton provides a competitive total rewards package commensurate with applicable skills, knowledge, and experience and consistent with internal and external market practices. The annual salary for this role is $72,000 (bachelor’s degree) with a one-time $6,000 signing bonus or $80,000 (master’s degree) with a one-time $12,000 signing bonus.

*Position Overview: *

Eaton’s Accounting & Finance Development Program is a two-year rotational program intended to develop leadership skills and increased responsibility throughout each rotation cycle. This program provides the participants exposure to Eaton’s accounting and finance function and offers each individual the opportunity to develop a broad understanding of operations accounting, financial planning & analysis, and business acumen of several of Eaton’s businesses.  

As a participant in the program, you will complete two, six-month rotations in one location, and one, one-year assignment at a different US location. These rotations will give you the hands-on experience to get started in your career. Assignments include working in manufacturing accounting in a plant with a strong focus on cost accounting, financial accounting in a business group or division headquarters, and other roles such as internal audit, group compliance or technical reporting and analysis.  

After completion of the program, your experience and newly acquired skills should qualify you for finance and accounting leadership roles in Eaton’s operations.  

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree program in business with a major in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Management, Business Administration or Analytics from an accredited institution with graduation date before August of 2025

• Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 3.0

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future

• Minimum of one internship or co-op experience or an equivalent of 3 months of business experience completed at the time of this application

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minor in MIS or Entrepreneurship

• Working toward CPA or CMA accreditation 

• Overall cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher

• Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or the community  

Position Criteria:

• Highly self-motivated with a strong desire to achieve results  

• Is technologically savvy and a problem solver

• Has a strategic and innovative mindset and is intellectually curious

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

• This role may include travel (up to 25%) within a local region and internationally as determined by the Finance and Accounting assignment manager

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We aspire to ensure the safety, health and wellbeing of our employees. We do this by helping all our employees maximize their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing, both at work and at home. Learn more about Eaton’s Wellness Culture Here (https://www.eaton.com/us/en-us/company/careers/wellbeing-at-eaton.html)

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on April 1, 2025.

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here (https://www.eaton.com/content/dam/eaton/company/careers/US%20Benefits%20updated%2010.24.22.pdf) for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.