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Accountant CPT roles let F-1 students apply coursework in financial reporting, auditing, and tax preparation while earning academic credit. Your DSO must authorize each position before you start, and the work must tie directly to your accounting or finance degree program.
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SWBC is seeking talented students to join our College Intern Program in San Antonio, Texas. This is an exciting opportunity for college students who are motivated and eager to learn within their educational field of study.
Interns will gain practical hands-on experience and training that will provide an opportunity for growth, learning and development within the financial services industry. Full-time and part-time paid internship opportunities will be available in numerous departments, which may include: Information Technology, Accounting, Marketing, Human Resources, Mortgage, Insurance, Legal, PEO, Lender Placed Operations, Financial Institutions, Investment Services and Training. Interns will be placed within a specific division based on interest, experience, academic coursework, SWBC’s business need, and flexibility with college/university schedule.
Why you’ll love this role:
As an SWBC intern, you will be learning on the job in real-time from talented professionals within the financial services industry. We will develop, teach, mentor, and support your efforts throughout the internship. Our interns are given projects that are impactful and meaningful to SWBC, so interns will feel they are a valued team member of our SWBC family.
Essential duties include the following:
- Builds awareness and gain exposure to the accounting department.
- Effectively communicates and integrates into a professional team environment.
- Learns key technical skills to apply acquired knowledge and assists in problem solving.
- Gains practical, hands-on experience that will provide an opportunity for growth.
- Works alongside and shadow team members while expanding your knowledge base with the ability to further develop your skills.
Serious candidates will possess the minimum qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related program from an accredited university/college.
- Expected graduation date of December 2026 or later.
- Must have completed Accounting I and Accounting II coursework.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills required.
- Detail oriented and possess excellent follow up skills.
- Organized and able to adapt well to change.
- Passion and desire for learning and a proactive energy for getting things done.
- Ability to display maturity and a high level of professionalism.
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
SWBC offers*:
- Competitive overall compensation package
- Work/Life balance
- Employee engagement activities and recognition awards
- Years of Service awards
- Career enhancement and growth opportunities
- Leadership Academy and Mentor Program
- Continuing education and career certifications
- Variety of healthcare coverage options
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement plans
- Lucrative Wellness Program
*Based upon employee eligibility
Additional Information:
SWBC is a Substance-Free Workplace and requires pre-employment drug testing.
Please note, SWBC does not hire tobacco users as allowed by law.
INTRODUCTION
SWBC is seeking talented students to join our College Intern Program in San Antonio, Texas. This is an exciting opportunity for college students who are motivated and eager to learn within their educational field of study.
Interns will gain practical hands-on experience and training that will provide an opportunity for growth, learning and development within the financial services industry. Full-time and part-time paid internship opportunities will be available in numerous departments, which may include: Information Technology, Accounting, Marketing, Human Resources, Mortgage, Insurance, Legal, PEO, Lender Placed Operations, Financial Institutions, Investment Services and Training. Interns will be placed within a specific division based on interest, experience, academic coursework, SWBC’s business need, and flexibility with college/university schedule.
Why you’ll love this role:
As an SWBC intern, you will be learning on the job in real-time from talented professionals within the financial services industry. We will develop, teach, mentor, and support your efforts throughout the internship. Our interns are given projects that are impactful and meaningful to SWBC, so interns will feel they are a valued team member of our SWBC family.
Essential duties include the following:
- Builds awareness and gain exposure to the accounting department.
- Effectively communicates and integrates into a professional team environment.
- Learns key technical skills to apply acquired knowledge and assists in problem solving.
- Gains practical, hands-on experience that will provide an opportunity for growth.
- Works alongside and shadow team members while expanding your knowledge base with the ability to further develop your skills.
Serious candidates will possess the minimum qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related program from an accredited university/college.
- Expected graduation date of December 2026 or later.
- Must have completed Accounting I and Accounting II coursework.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills required.
- Detail oriented and possess excellent follow up skills.
- Organized and able to adapt well to change.
- Passion and desire for learning and a proactive energy for getting things done.
- Ability to display maturity and a high level of professionalism.
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
SWBC offers*:
- Competitive overall compensation package
- Work/Life balance
- Employee engagement activities and recognition awards
- Years of Service awards
- Career enhancement and growth opportunities
- Leadership Academy and Mentor Program
- Continuing education and career certifications
- Variety of healthcare coverage options
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement plans
- Lucrative Wellness Program
*Based upon employee eligibility
Additional Information:
SWBC is a Substance-Free Workplace and requires pre-employment drug testing.
Please note, SWBC does not hire tobacco users as allowed by law.
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Get Access To All JobsAccountant CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does CPT work as an accountant count toward CPA exam experience requirements?
It depends on the state board. Some states accept supervised accounting experience from CPT roles toward the one to two years of work experience required for CPA licensure, but the supervising CPA must hold an active license and the duties must meet the board's definition of qualifying experience. Confirm eligibility with your state's Board of Accountancy before your start date.
Can I do part-time CPT as an accountant while taking a full course load?
Yes. Part-time CPT is defined as 20 hours or fewer per week and does not affect your OPT eligibility, regardless of how many semesters you use it. Full-time CPT, which is more than 20 hours per week for 12 months or more, eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, so most F-1 students in accounting programs structure CPT positions as part-time during the academic year.
What job duties qualify an accountant role for CPT authorization?
Your DSO will look for a direct connection between the job duties and your current coursework. Roles involving financial statement preparation, tax return processing, audit support, or management accounting analysis typically qualify for accounting and finance students. General administrative or data entry tasks alone usually don't. Ask your employer to specify accounting-specific duties in the offer letter you submit to your DSO.
How do I find accountant employers who already understand CPT hiring?
Employers with prior DOL Labor Condition Application filings for accounting roles have already worked through the documentation process for F-1 employees and are familiar with work authorization forms. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified LCA filing history for accounting positions, which is a practical filter for identifying firms that won't be caught off guard by your CPT authorization paperwork.
Does my CPT accountant role need to be at a CPA firm, or can it be in industry?
CPT authorization is not limited to public accounting firms. Corporate accounting roles at banks, healthcare systems, technology companies, and government contractors all qualify as long as the duties connect to your curriculum and your DSO approves the specific position. Industry accounting roles can be particularly valuable because they often provide broader exposure to ERP systems and management reporting that public firm internships don't cover.