INTERNSHIP DETAILS

Accounting/Finance Intern

CompanySchweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)
LocationCenturion
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 23, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support various accounting functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and internal audit. They will also assist in preparing financial analyses, budgets, and projections.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
6843
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
SEL is a globally recognized designer and manufacturer of products and solutions that make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Legacy Over forty years after introducing the first digital protective relay, our devices, software, and systems are found in 173 countries around the world. Customer Focus From our headquarters in Pullman, Washington, we partner with public utilities and private industry all over the world to offer the industry’s top, 10-year warranty and no-cost technical support for as long as our products remain in service. Impact SEL innovations continue to advance the global power grid—modernizing and protecting access to power for an increasingly diverse array of communities and global partners. Follow us to learn more about the latest innovations and insights in the industry as we make the power grid and the critical devices within it smarter, more sustainable, and more resilient.
About the Role

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks an accounting or finance student to join our team in Centurion office. The ideal candidate for this position should be available to do full time internship during their final year. Duties may include working in accounts receivable, accounts payable, cost accounting, project accounting, and internal audit. This internship includes professional work experience and diverse accounting experience. We invite you to apply!

As a an Accounting/Finance Intern, a typical day might include the following:  

  • Offering support in the areas of accounts receivable, account payable, cost accounting, tax, internal audit, consolidation accounting, business unit finance support, and/or project accounting. 

  • Performing journal entries, account analyses, and reconciliations, document accounting processes, and assist in performing month end close tasks and/or in the preparation of tax returns.

  • Assisting with preparation of financial analysis, budgets and projections, product cost analyses, and other analyses.

  • Assisting with research and planning according to generally accepted accounting principles and/or current tax laws.

  • Assisting with special projects.

This job might be for you if you: 

  • Are a current student pursing a degree at an accredited institution in Accounting or Finance.

  • Are motivated and self-directed.

  • Have strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.

  • Are able to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.

  • Are able to work cooperatively in a team environment.

  • Have background check results satisfactory to SEL.

  • Have negative drug test result(s).

Location  

South Africa - Centurion


Why an internship at SEL?

  • Interns are integral part our teams and we are invested in coaching and mentoring our interns.

  • You gain hands-on experience and work side-by-side industry experts 

  • We challenge and rely on our interns to contribute high-quality work that adds value to our company and gives you an advantage with real-world experiences when seeking jobs after graduation.

  • We aim to bring great talent to SEL and although not guaranteed, interns are frequently hired for full-time roles upon graduation.

Pay Range Data

Our intern pay is determined based on the internship role and on hourly basis.

Communication with Applicants 

We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.  

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

 
Key Skills
AccountingFinanceAccounts ReceivableAccounts PayableCost AccountingProject AccountingInternal AuditFinancial AnalysisBudgetingProjectionsTax PreparationTeamworkDocumentationCommunicationAnalytical SkillsResearch
Categories
Finance & Accounting