Tax Intern

SWBC•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

SWBC is seeking college students to join its College Intern Program in San Antonio, Texas. Interns receive practical, hands-on experience and training in the financial services industry, with opportunities for growth, learning, and development. Internship placement is within a specific division and is based on interest, experience, academic coursework, business needs, and flexibility with the student’s college or university schedule. Full-time and part-time paid internship opportunities are available across numerous departments. As an intern, you will learn on the job from financial services professionals and receive development, teaching, mentoring, and support. Interns work on meaningful projects that contribute to SWBC and are treated as valued team members. The Tax Intern gains exposure to the accounting department and assists with tax return preparation, tax research, account reconciliations, financial analysis, supporting schedules, and journal entry documentation.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting or a related program at an accredited university or college.
Expected graduation date of May 2027 or later.
Completed Accounting I and Accounting II coursework.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up skills.
Organized and able to adapt to change.
Passion and desire for learning, with proactive energy for getting things done.
Ability to display maturity and a high level of professionalism.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

Build awareness of and gain exposure to the accounting department.
Communicate effectively and integrate into a professional team environment.
Learn technical skills, apply acquired knowledge, and assist with problem solving.
Gain practical, hands-on experience and develop professional skills.
Work alongside and shadow team members while expanding knowledge.
Assist with preparing federal, state, and local tax returns, extensions, and estimated tax payments by gathering and organizing supporting financial data.
Support tax research on federal, state, and local tax regulations and help document findings and tax positions.
Assist with reconciling tax accounts, analyzing financial data, and preparing supporting schedules and journal entry documentation.