Philips Finance Internship Programme 2026

About the Company

Philips is a global health technology company focused on improving people’s health and well-being through innovation. Headquartered in the Netherlands, Philips specialises in medical imaging, patient monitoring, diagnostic solutions, and consumer health products. The company works closely with healthcare providers worldwide to deliver advanced technologies that support better diagnosis, treatment, and patient care outcomes.

Internship Overview

Philips is offering a 12-month Finance Internship designed to provide graduates with practical exposure within its Health Systems business in South Africa. The programme focuses on supporting financial reporting, analysis, and governance processes, giving interns the opportunity to contribute to budgeting, compliance, and performance monitoring activities while gaining valuable experience in a global health technology environment.

Your Role / Responsibilties

• This role contributes directly to the financial health and governance of the South African Health Systems business, enabling accurate decision-making and supporting healthcare delivery across the region.
• You will work closely with the Financial Controller – Health Systems, collaborating with finance, supply chain, customer service, and business stakeholders across the organization.
• The role offers strong professional development through hands-on exposure to financial reporting, performance analysis, and compliance within a multinational healthcare company, while also building personal skills such as collaboration, analytical thinking, and accountability.
• From meaningful work that supports healthcare systems to structured learning and development opportunities, a career at Philips comes with all sorts of wonderful benefits. Be sure to speak to your recruiter about benefits in your region.

You are an ideal candidate if:

• Education: Completed a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field with a minimum academic average of 60%.
• Experience: Academic or internship exposure to finance, accounting, or business analysis.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Anything else: South African graduate who has completed all modules/credits and is eager to learn and grow within a purpose-driven organization.