Accounting Intern – Summer 2027

Jobtailor; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Weekly information sessions

Networking opportunities

Community service events

Job summary

Unum in South Carolina offers a hands-on Accounting & Finance internship within a Fortune 500 company known for disability-based employee benefits. You will work with mentors, attend information sessions, and participate in community events while contributing to meaningful projects.

The program emphasizes CPA intent, leadership, and networking with senior leaders, with exposure to corporate functions and potential pathways to full-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college degree program or a Spring 2027 graduate.
• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior pursuing an accounting or finance-related degree.
• Intention to complete course credits to be eligible to sit for the CPA.
• GPA of 3.0 overall required.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and on-campus involvement.
• Available to work 40 hours per week during regular business hours.
• Must adhere to hybrid work policy.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on accounting and finance experience at a Fortune 500 leader.
• Contribute to meaningful project work with lasting business impact.
• Learn about departmental and corporate functions.
• Work alongside mentors and accounting/finance professionals.
• Attend weekly information sessions and networking opportunities with senior leaders.
• Participate in social events and build a network with other interns.
• Participate in community service activities.
• Join an Employee Network and collaborate with Inclusion & Diversity efforts.
• Deliver an end-of-summer presentation to key business leaders.
• Potentially be considered for full-time opportunities.

Skills

Accounting Degree

Finance Degree

Leadership Abilities

GPA 3.0

CPA Certification Intention

Education

Accounting or Finance Degree

Job description

• Gain hands-on accounting and finance experience at a Fortune 500 leader in the disability-based employee benefits marketplace
• Contribute to meaningful project work with lasting business impact
• Learn about departmental and corporate functions
• Work alongside mentors and accounting and finance professionals
• Attend weekly information sessions and networking opportunities with senior leaders
• Participate in social events and build a network with other interns
• Participate in community service activities
• Join an Employee Network and work with the Office of Inclusion & Diversity
• Complete an end-of-summer presentation to key business leaders
• Potentially be considered for Unum's Accounting & Finance Leadership Program and full-time opportunities

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college degree program or a Spring 2027 graduate
• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior pursuing an accounting or finance-related degree
• Intention to complete course credits to be eligible to sit for the CPA (Certified Public Accountant) certification
• GPA of 3.0 overall required
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and on-campus involvement
• Available to work 40 hours per week during regular business hours
• Must adhere to Unum's hybrid work policy

Core Competencies

Demonstrates foundational knowledge in accounting and finance, with a focus on leadership, networking, and community engagement. Prepared to pursue CPA certification while actively participating in professional development opportunities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Accounting Degree
• Finance Degree
• Leadership Abilities
• GPA of 3.0
• CPA Certification Intention

Soft Skills

• Demonstrated Leadership
• On-Campus Involvement

Certifications & Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Industry Keywords

• Employee Benefits
• Disability-Based Benefits
• Fortune 500
• Networking Opportunities
• Community Service