Intern - Nelnet Bank Accountant

Nelnet, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

one-on-one mentorship

competitive pay

casual dress

flexible schedule

intern-specific programming

meaningful work experience

Job summary

Nelnet, Inc. interns gain real responsibilities within Corporate Accounting, with one-on-one mentorship and exposure to finance and system tasks. You’ll collaborate across departments and tackle projects that matter to our business, while experiencing a large company's culture.

We offer competitive pay, a casual dress code, flexible scheduling, and intern-specific programming designed to accelerate your learning while contributing meaningfully to Nelnet’s mission to make dreams possible.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in accounting or finance.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to learn new processes.
• Knowledge of accounting practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service as assigned.
• Collaborate internally with employees and departments to accomplish work projects.
• Complete special projects as assigned by management.
• Provide backup as directed by supervisor and other duties as may be assigned.

Education

Accounting or Finance degree (pursuing)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vision

Our Vision: We make dreams possible. Yes, we’re a student loan servicer. We’re also a technology company, idea incubator, start-up accelerator, and K-12 and higher education expert. At Nelnet, we’re so much more than what you think—and we’re just getting started. So, no matter what you want to do in life—build codes or build brands,we’re the best place to do it.

Internship Overview

Join Nelnet as an intern and do real work that matters to our business. All Nelnet interns receive one-on-one mentorship, competitive pay, casual dress, flexible schedule, intern-specific programming, and meaningful work experience.

Role Description

Provide support to the Corporate Accounting team while experiencing the culture and activities or a large company’s accounting department. The student filling this position will handle a wide range of finance, accounting, and system related tasks.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide customer service as assigned.
• Collaborate internally with employees and departments to accomplish work projects.
• Complete special projects as assigned by management.
• Provide backup as directed by supervisor and other duties as may be assigned.

Education

Working towards a degree in Accounting or Finance

Experience

Knowledge of computers: preferably Microsoft Office

Competencies – Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Accuracy/Attention to detail.
• Good oral and written communication.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Willingness to learn new processes.
• Knowledge of accounting practice and procedures.
• Energetic and enthusiastic attitude.
• Good work ethic and habits.

Benefits

• one-on-one mentorship
• competitive pay
• casual dress
• flexible schedule
• intern-specific programming
• meaningful work experience

Company Culture

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.

Disability Accommodations

Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or [e-mail].

Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace

Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

We may use automated or artificial intelligence enabled tools to assist with the initial review of applications, such as identifying relevant skills or experience. These tools are used to support human review and do not make hiring decisions. A recruiter reviews applications and determines which candidates move forward in the hiring process. For more information, see our Privacy Policy and Pre-Use Notice: Automated Tools in Hiring.

About Nelnet

We may know Nelnet as the nation’s largest student loan servicer – but we do more than that. A lot more. We’re also a professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payment processor, renewable energy innovator, and K-12 and higher education expert (and that’s just a shortlist). For over 40 years, we’ve been serving our customers, associates, and communities to make dreams possible.

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