Internal Controls Intern (Summer 2026)

Location US-CT-West Hartford
# Positions
1
Category
Accounting / Finance

Position Description

At a Glance:
Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a motivated Intern to join our Internal Controls Department for Summer 2026. This is a fantastic chance to gain hands-on experience, contribute to high-impact projects, and build a strong foundation for a career in finance and accounting within a global organization. This position will be hybrid in West Hartford, CT.
 
What Will You Do?
  • Drive Key Internal Control Activities: Take an active role in the annual Internal Control Self-Assessment (ICSA) campaign by leading documentation, analysis, and coordination activities across the organization.
  • Engage with Key Stakeholders: Prepare for and participate in meetings with key business leaders, contributing to important discussions and decisions.
  • Understand Financial Reviews: Assist in conducting Balance Sheet reviews to verify the reasonableness, accuracy, and proper support of financial statement account balances.
  • Collaborate on Projects: Partner with cross-functional teams (Finance, IT, Operations) to support internal audits, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives, gaining exposure to our global processes and governance practices.
  • Make a Difference: Volunteer at Legrand Better Communities events, supporting organizations such as the American Red Cross and Habitat for Humanity.

Qualifications

Education: 
Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance (Junior or Senior standing preferred).
 
Experience, Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
  • Analytical & Proactive: You have strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make thoughtful recommendations. You demonstrate initiative and can manage a project from start to finish with minimal guidance.
  • Communication Skills: You possess excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels.
  • Technical Skills: Proficient in MS Excel and other MS Office tools with the ability to independently run with a project, analyze data/trends, and make recommendations. 
  • Team Player: You bring a positive, collaborative attitude and are eager to learn and grow in a dynamic team environment.
What You’ll Gain:
  • Hands-on Experience: Contribute directly to high-impact projects and initiatives.
  • Mentorship & Growth: Receive guidance and mentorship in a supportive, collaborative environment.
  • Foundational Knowledge: Develop a deep understanding of internal audit methodologies and control frameworks.
  • Strengthened Skills: Sharpen your analytical, critical-thinking, and professional communication capabilities.
  • Global Business Acumen: Learn how cross-functional teams operate within a large, global company.

Company Info

About Legrand

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR). For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

 

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us 

 

 

 

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