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2026 Summer Intern- Accounting

SmartBank and Careers
Knoxville, TN Intern
POSTED ON 12/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/19/2026

What we offer you:

As an Accounting intern, you will have the opportunity to join the SmartBank team by completing meaningful project work that is designed to drive the company forward. This project work will challenge you to work independently and collaboratively across various teams in the company. Our multifunctional teams will provide you with ample resources and opportunities to interact with multiple leaders and talented professionals throughout the organization.

Your role as an Accounting Intern

  • Upholds SmartBank Core Values and Core Purpose of Act with Integrity, Be Enthusiastic, Create Positivity, Demonstrate Accountability and Embrace Change.
  • Follow and embrace the SmartBank Way
  • Assist with various projects related to analysis of financial statements and ad hoc financial reporting.
  • Opportunities to work on personalized projects depending on the intern’s interests and professional goals.
  • Complies with all applicable federal, state, and local banking and industry related laws and regulations.

Qualifications for the Ideal Candidate

To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:

  • Rising Junior, Senior, or recent graduate majoring in Accounting or other Business-related majors.
  • Strong written/oral communication skills
  • Understanding of Financial Statements including Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Statement of Cash Flors
  • Microsoft Office products, programming experience preferred
  • Time management and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, taking direction from multiple stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
  • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills

Our 2026 Summer Internship will take place from May 18th, 2026, through August 2026. This is a paid internship at $15/hour, with interns working an average of 30 hours per week.

About Us:

SmartBank is rooted in our core values: Acting with Integrity, Being Enthusiastic, Creating Positivity, Demonstrating Accountability, and Embracing Change. Our team lives and breathes these values to fulfill our core purpose: creating "WOW" experiences for our clients. For over 15 years, we've been delivering on this purpose in Tennessee, Alabama, and Florida, and we're continuously expanding our reach. Our team is empowered to care for our clients and actively participate in the communities we serve. At SmartBank, we prioritize individual needs, set high expectations, and celebrate achievements – that's the SmartBank way.

Are you ready to be part of the SmartBank Team? Create your WOW experience this summer!

Education

Required
  • High School or better

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