Start Your Legacy HBCU Externship - Finance

Program Overview

Employment Type: Part time

Location(s): United States of America City/Cities: Remote Travel Required: 00% - 25% Relocation Provided: No Job Posting End Date: August 15, 2025

Finance Track Description

Are you a talented and ambitious student at an HBCU, ready to quench your thirst for knowledge and experience? The Coca-Cola Company invites you to apply for our exclusive Start Your Legacy HBCU Externship Program - a deep dive into the exhilarating world of business and innovation. Join us on this exciting journey as we blend education, professional growth, and real-world experiences into a refreshing and career-boosting 6-week adventure! Are you ready?

This application is for the Finance career track.

Unveil the world of financial strategies, analysis, and decision-making that drives business growth. Delve into budgeting, forecasting, and investment management. If numbers, markets, and fiscal policies fascinate you, a career in finance is your gateway to becoming a pivotal player in any corporation's success.

Program Details

Dates: September 29th - November 7, 2025

Weekly Commitments:

• Participate in one virtual session every Friday from 1:00 – 2:00 PM EST.

Onsite Experience:

• Culminate your externship with a two-day onsite experience at Coca-Cola’s Atlanta Headquarters on November 6-7, 2025.

Important Note:

• Please be advised that this role is a contracted position, and individuals hired for this opportunity will not be employees of The Coca-Cola Company. Employment for this role will be facilitated through a third-party agency, and individuals will serve as contingent workers under the agency's employment.

What You'll Do

• Dedicate one hour every Friday to interactive virtual learning and collaboration.
• Apply your knowledge and skills in the Final Showcase Competition during the in-person Atlanta onsite experience.

What You Will Gain

• Professional development opportunities through workshops, live training and mentoring sessions
• Opportunities to engage with the Coca-Cola network of employees
• Exposure to the fast-paced world of the CPG industry and the operations of a leading global brand
• A chance to win award dollars based on the showcase competition outcomes.

Eligibility Requirements

• College Enrollment: Actively enrolled at an HBCU (Historically Black College or University)
• Graduation Date: Graduation date after May 2027.
• Degree Pursuit: Must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field of study
• Work Authorization: U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Availability: Able to commit to weekly virtual sessions and attend the in-person experience on November 6-7, 2025, in Atlanta.

Pay and Benefits

• Contracted externs will earn $250 per week for participating in required sessions.
• Opportunity to compete for award dollars during the in-person experience.
• All travel-related expenses are covered for the in-person experience finale in Atlanta.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit an application package including:

• Current Resume: Highlight your education, skills, and experience relevant to this opportunity.
• Cover Letter: Tell us why you’re the perfect fit for this externship and why you want to work with The Coca-Cola Company.
• Availability Confirmation: Acknowledge your commitment to participating in the November 6-7, 2025 in-person experience.

Skills & Culture

Our Purpose and Growth Culture: We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years.