• Job Description

  Req#: R-2023-35565

  Department:

  Finance

  Our Company Promise

  
  We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.

  Job Description:

  Finance, Tax, and Accounting Summer 2024 Internship

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  Southwest Airlines promises to provide Employees with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. We entrust our Interns to make an impact on their Team in real-time projects, work toward Company initiatives, and achieve our Purpose of connecting People to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air trave l , all while having fun and developing yourself as a future professional.

  To be consid ered, p lease ensure that you attach a resume to your application.
  
  As an Intern , you can expect to:

  • Join Southwest as a S ummer 202 4 Intern, with a 12-week internship lasting from May 21 to August 9 , 2024 .

  • Work onsite at our Corporate Campus in Dallas, TX.

  • Workplace flexibility for 50% of the time is typically available, but interns are expected to be onsite for Intern- related events .

  • Dedicate 40 hours each week to your internship responsibilities and tasks.

  • Receive hourly pay of $22 and receive a one-time $1,000 stipend on your first paycheck .

  • Receive free, unlimited space available travel privileges for yourself (taxes and fees may apply on international travel) .

  • Interns will be provided any required equipment, such as a laptop, for the internship.

  Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.

  Southwest Airlines' Finance, Tax, and Accounting Internships span across several different Teams within department(s). Interns may be asked to support a variety of projects within one or more of the following Teams:

  Accounting

  The Financial Accounting and Reporting team is responsible for maintaining the chart of accounts, recording the majority of manual journal entries, reconciling the majority of the balance sheet accounts, and explaining relevant accounting treatment. Assist Revenue Accounting and maintain working in compliance of ASC 606 Revenue Guidance and maintain compliance of GAAP. In order to ensure completeness, the team accumulates data from around the company, consolidates , analyzes, verifies, and explains variances, trends, or abnormalities. Lastly, once the financial records are final the team ensures that financial reports are prepared in accordance with all reporting agency requirements.

  Tools: Microsoft Suite

  Corporate Tax

  The SWA Tax Team is made up of 21 Warriors, each possessing a Servant’s Heart and a fun-loving a ttitude. Together, we are responsible for Southwest’s federal, state, and local tax obligations. Our work is performed almost entirely in-house, and we keep our fingers on the pulse of the Company at all times .

  Tools: Alteryx, Microsoft Suite, SAP

  Financial Planning and Analysis

  The Economic and Industry Analysis Team resides within the Financial Planning & Analysis organization, partners frequently with Corporate Strategy, and supports a number of departments across Southwest Airlines. This team provides objective , data-driven analysis of external factors that meaningfully impact Southwest’s financial performance, planning, and strategy. Core accountabilities of the Economic and Industry Team are to understand the drivers of Southwest’s and competitor’s profitability as well as quantify the impact of economic conditions on Southwest’s and the industry’s financial performance. Many of the team’s responsibilities are highly visible at the executive level and help drive crucial conversations throughout the organization.

  Tools: Microsoft Suite

  Treasury

  Teams falling under the Treasury umbrella are Cash Management, Corporate Finance, Fleet Transactions, Corporate Insurance, Aircraft Warranty, Payment Strategy, Fleet Asset Management and Fuel Hedging. The teams interact extensively.

  Tools: Alteryx, Microsoft Suite

  Basic Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education required .

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.

  • Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.

  • You must have a valid U.S. Social Security Number to complete the full hiring process.

  • This position requires authorization to work in the United States as a permanent employee without sponsorship now or in the future.

  Education:

  • Progress towards degree, major, or minor in Accounting, Aviation, Business, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Risk management or a similar degree .

  • Minimum Sophomore status. May not have an undergraduate graduation date of May 202 4 or prior, unless already enrolled in a full-time graduate degree program at time of application.

  • To be eligible you must be currently enrolled as a full-time student as defined by your university at the time of application.

  • Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA at the time of application.

  Experience:

  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required .

  • Advanced Excel is required .

  • Able to build and deliver PowerPoint presentations is preferred .

  • Experience with tax research software programs , SAP, and Alteryx preferred.

  • Able to effectively communicate in writing the results of their work.

  • Coursework in Accounting, Auditing, Tax preferred .

  • Basic understanding of financial statements and concepts, economics and principles preferred.

  • Involvement in campus organizations, clubs, or extracurricular activities preferred.

  • Previous Leadership positions or experience preferred.

  Knowledge, Skills , Work Style & Abilities:

  • Knowledge of CI/CD philosophies preferred.

  • Analytical experience preferred.

  • Experience in financial modeling preferred.

  • Able to use Word to write memos communicating the result of their work.

  • Able to use Excel to record data, create reports, create PIVOT tables, etc.

  • Able to use PowerPoint to build presentations for verbal communications.

  • Must possess excellent organizational and time management skills.

  • Ability to work independently and the willingness to function as part of a team.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, including Senior Leaders and subject matter experts.

  Time Commitment and Pay:

  • Required: Full time 40hrs a week .

  • Must maintain a consistent weekly schedule during normal business hours at a max of 8hrs per day .

  • You must reside in Dallas, TX during the internship and work a hybrid schedule of at least 50% in office and be onsite for applicable intern events.

  • Program Dates: May 2 1s t – August 9 th , 2024

  • $22 per hour + $1,000 stipend paid one time on first paycheck .

  To apply, you must submit your application and upload a resume for each role online at www.southwest.com/careers .

  We are committed to helping individuals with disabilities participate in the workforce and ensuring equal opportunity to apply and compete for jobs. If you need accommodation at any point in the hiring process due to a disability, you may email the Accommodations Team or call 877-792-4792.

  Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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• About the company

  Southwest Airlines Co., typically referred to as Southwest, is one of the major airlines of the United States and the world's largest low-cost carrier.

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