Business Planning Intern

Location: Barueri, São Paulo, Brazil

Department: Your Privacy

About the Role

HP Inc. is seeking a motivated Business Planning Intern to join our dynamic team in Barueri, São Paulo, Brazil. In this role, you will support the Brazil R&D organization by assisting with critical financial and compliance operations, including cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and reporting. Leveraging strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, you will collaborate with cross-functional and global teams to monitor key performance indicators, ensure financial accuracy, and drive efficiency in our innovative technology environment. This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to HP's customer-centric culture, where your work directly impacts the development of tools and solutions that reshape how the world works. Key responsibilities include creating and maintaining advanced Excel models using pivot tables, formulas, and charts to support resource allocation and forecasting; collecting and analyzing financial and operational data to uncover trends and improvement opportunities; and participating in projects that enhance reporting accuracy and financial visibility. You will work closely with global teams, implementing financial policies and controls tailored to platform operations, all while thriving in HP's fast-paced, international setting that values innovation and collaboration. Ideal candidates are enrolled in a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related fields, with strong analytical and communication skills, fluency in English, and a passion for technology. Preferred experience includes financial analysis projects or knowledge of VBA/Power Query. Joining HP means becoming part of a legendary culture that fosters every voice, promotes career mobility, and empowers you to innovate in a global laboratory of diverse perspectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Brazil R&D organization with cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of financial models in Microsoft Excel using formulas, pivot tables, and advanced functions
• Collect, organize, and analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement
• Support the implementation and maintenance of financial policies, procedures, and controls for platform financial operations
• Participate in projects aimed at improving efficiency, reporting accuracy, and financial visibility
• Collaborate with global cross-functional teams to gather and interpret data
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure financial accuracy and operational excellence
• Contribute to innovative financial solutions that drive HP's technology leadership
• Assist in resource allocation modeling to support customer-centric R&D initiatives
• Provide insights from data analysis to enhance decision-making in a fast-paced environment

Required Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel with ability to apply pivot tables, charts, and complex formulas
• Proficiency in PowerPoint
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Fluent in English
• Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, coursework, or project experience in financial analysis, data analytics, or business operations
• Knowledge of VBA or Power Query
• Experience collaborating with global teams

Required Skills

• Financial analysis
• Cost analysis
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Microsoft Excel (advanced: pivot tables, formulas, charts)
• PowerPoint proficiency
• Data collection and organization
• Analytical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Critical thinking
• Trend identification and variance analysis
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Verbal and written communication
• English fluency
• VBA or Power Query (preferred)
• Project participation

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a flexible (Flex) workstyle supporting work-life balance
• Exposure to HP's global network across 170+ countries for career growth
• Collaboration in an innovative culture fostering technology and customer-centric solutions
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in finance and R&D
• Full-time internship schedule with no shift premiums
• Equal opportunity employment with commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Access to HP's legendary culture driving professional development and mobility
• Hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools in a world-class technology company

HP Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.