Finance Co-Op Placement 2026

Work Flexibility: Hybrid or Onsite

This role will be based in one of our Cork sites.

Throughout the placement, you will be an integral part of Stryker’s 2025 Cooperative cohort. Tasks and responsibilities may include:

• Together, with your Stryker team leader and college supervisor, identify a Finance improvement project along with project objectives, scope, success factors, milestones and evaluation
• Involvement in financial month end process (posting journals, reporting, liaising with our shared service center etc)
• Input into budgeting process through taking responsibility for budget inputs, working with the business to set the appropriate budgets and projections, and holding others accountable for performance against targets
• Forecasting on a quarterly, monthly, and weekly basis
• Assist the team in the tracking of capital spent and monitoring site spend and inventory movements
• Support compliance and internal/external audit activities 

What you will need:

• Currently enrolled in a university course in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or other related courses for the duration of the placement
• Honesty and integrity; must comply with the quality system, regulations, and company policies
• Self-motivated, flexible, and hardworking - enjoys working in a dynamic, fast and results orientated environment
• Reliable, dependable, and punctual
• Organised, focused, and capable of multi-tasking
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills with a basic level of PC skills
• Is a team player and capable of working as part of a multi-disciplined team
• Available for either 6, 9 or 12 months – exact duration and start date to be discussed with your Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Stryker

What we can offer:

• Attractive salary & vacation entitlement
• Experience our inclusive, people-first culture. You will be paired with mentors and have access to leaders who support your growth, give constructive feedback, and help build confidence.
• Flexible working hours
• Sports & Social clubs and DE&I Employee Resource Groups
• The opportunity to contribute to real-world projects that make a difference in improving healthcare and patients’ lives. In Stryker, you will be given responsibilities that truly matter.

Next steps:

• Once you have applied to one of our co-op opportunities, our dedicated University Recruiting Business Partners will take some time to look through your application and ensure you meet the criteria in relation to the specific position.
• Should all requirements be met, and you are happy to proceed, in September, successful candidates will be invited to a final round business interview with the hiring team.
• If successful through the final round business interview, you will receive your offer shortly after
• Please note, individual recruitment timelines may vary – please keep in contact with your University Recruiting Business Partner and your university placement coordinator for specific timelines and updates.

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