Intern, Finance (Credit Control)

Job Description

This internship supports DHL’s finance and credit-control activities in Malaysia. Typical responsibilities include reviewing customer accounts, monitoring overdue invoices, preparing reports, following up on payment issues, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with reconciliations and administrative tasks. Candidates are generally expected to be pursuing a diploma or degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline. Good numerical ability, attention to detail, communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are important. The successful intern should be organised, dependable, willing to learn, comfortable handling confidential information, and able to work cooperatively with finance and commercial teams in a deadline-driven environment.

Company Info

DHL is a global logistics and supply-chain company operating across international express delivery, freight forwarding, contract logistics, and e-commerce solutions. It is part of DHL Group, headquartered in Germany, and serves businesses and consumers in more than 220 countries and territories. DHL connects manufacturers, retailers, technology companies, healthcare organisations, and individuals through international shipping, warehousing, transport, customs support, and supply-chain management. In Malaysia, the company operates logistics, express, freight, and support functions serving both local and international customers. DHL is known for its large multinational workforce, structured processes, customer-focused operations, and emphasis on compliance, sustainability, and employee development. An internship in its finance function can provide practical exposure to credit management, invoicing, reporting, shared-service processes, and the financial side of a large logistics organisation.

Destination Guide

Malaysia offers opportunities in logistics, finance, shared services, technology, manufacturing, tourism, and international business, particularly around Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Penang, Johor, and major port areas. Its culture blends Malay, Chinese, Indian, Indigenous, and international influences, with diverse food, festivals, languages, and religious traditions. Urban life is relatively convenient and affordable compared with many global cities, while beaches, rainforests, and islands provide easy weekend escapes. For internships, employers normally arrange or support the appropriate professional visit or training pass, and eligibility depends on nationality, course status, and placement length; requirements should be confirmed with DHL and Malaysian immigration. Relocating students should budget for accommodation, transport, insurance, healthcare, and deposits. Kuala Lumpur offers the broadest job market, while Penang and Johor may provide lower living costs and strong industrial opportunities.