Accounting/Finance Intern

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is seeking a motivated accounting or finance student for a year-round, part-time during the academic year and full-time during the summer internship. The intern will rotate across Accounting and Finance groups and support accounting operations, financial analyses, reconciliations, budgeting, tax-related activities, and special projects.

What you'll do:

• Support work in accounts receivable, accounts payable, cost accounting, tax, internal audit, consolidation accounting, business unit finance support, and/or project accounting
• Perform journal entries, account analyses, reconciliations, document accounting processes, and assist with month‑end close tasks and/or tax preparation activities
• Assist with preparing financial analyses, budgets, projections, product cost analyses, and other financial evaluations
• Participate in research and planning aligned with generally accepted accounting principles and/or current tax laws
• Contribute to special projects within the Accounting and Finance department

What they're looking for:

• Are a current student pursuing a degree in Accounting or Finance at an accredited institution
• Can commit to a minimum one‑year internship, including the summer term
• Are motivated, self‑directed, and eager to learn
• Have strong communication, writing, and documentation skills
• Are able to learn new skills and take on new responsibilities
• Work well both independently and within a team environment

Benefits:

• Flexible schedules that accommodate classes and studying while working part-time during the school year
• Real-world experiences that provide an advantage when seeking jobs after graduation
• Interns are frequently hired for full-time roles upon graduation, although not guaranteed
• Wellness resources
• Community connection
• Kickstarting retirement savings