Finance Trainee Program - 2026

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.

All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor and drive manufacturer handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. Nidec motors can be found in products that range from cell phones, computers and home appliances to industrial and mining equipment – and everything in between. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units.

From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe, electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec, our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase.

With over 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality.

Job Description

Join Nidec Finance Management Trainee Program to develop core finance skills and knowledge through diverse rotations.

Career Progression: completion of the program sets you on a path toward future leadership positions within Nidec.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 3 ½ year Finance Management Trainee Program with hands-on experience in Finance & Accounting across 3 rotations.

• Begin with a rotation in manufacturing finance and complete additional rotations in areas such as manufacturing, reporting, FP&A, Costing or Corporate Finance.

• Support decision-making by translating financial insights into meaningful actions.

• Collaborate as a business partner to drive value beyond financial reporting and analysis.

• Engage with a global organization across Nidec and learn about our industry.

• Complete Professional Finance Qualification AICPA

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Economics, Business, Math, Operations, Industrial Engineering) to be completed between December 2025 and June 2026, or 5th year Master’s Degree in Accounting or Finance within the same timeframe.

• Completed or planning to complete accounting courses up to and including Intermediate Accounting (or equivalent).

• Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.

• Previous Finance Co-Op/Internship or practical experience in a manufacturing industry preferred.

• Leadership experience in extracurricular activities or organizations

• Available to start the program in July 2026

• Location: Willingness and ability to relocate 1 time for a placement in a manufacturing facility for 18 months (likely location Princeton, Indiana) and remaining rotations in St. Louis, Missouri.

• Strong communication, leadership skills, and ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment

• This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship

Travel

• Travel will be limited, approx. 5-10%

Additional Job Details

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

Work Shift Schedule

No Soliciting

Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.