Spring 2027 Student Internship - Accounting Our people power everything we do. At Tampa Electric, dependable electricity starts with dedicated individuals whose talent, skill and passion drive our success. Join us and build a rewarding career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and a culture that supports your growth. Your potential finds its purpose at Tampa Electric. Through innovation and strategic investments, we're creating a cleaner, brighter energy futurewhile delivering exceptional service every step of the way. We reflect the communities we serve and foster a workplace where every employee feels welcomed, valued and engaged. Join our team of energy experts and help shape the future of power. Tampa Electric and its sister companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our Tampa Electric customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures. Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment. Tampa Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Where Your Education Meets Opportunity Are you a college student ready to gain real-world experience in your field of study? The TECO Energy Student Program is your opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a professional setting, contribute to meaningful projects, and grow your career from day one. We partner with accredited four-year colleges and universities to recruit motivated students who are eager to learn and make an impact. As a student with us, you'll take on challenging assignments that align with your academic background and our business needsgiving you a head start on your future.
Why Join Us?
Hands-on experience in your area of study Meaningful, project-based work Professional development and mentorship A supportive, inclusive work environment Position Summary/Details Responsible for executing corporate accounting activities related to Tampa Electric Company and its affiliates, including enterprise-wide accounting with a focus in ERP accounting systems, general ledger processing and journal entry creation. Responsibilities include cash clearing processes, specific accounting, and analysis, and supporting other financial and regulatory reporting requirements. Key Responsibilities and/or Learning Objectives Preparing Journal Entries Payment Postings Creation of Invoices Audit Requests Assistance with Closeout Any ad hoc misc. requests as needed Location of Co-op: 3600 Midtown Dr Tampa, FL. 33607 Working Conditions Mostly in a normal office environment Preferred Availability Part Time (20-30 hours) Qualifications Education: The successful applicant should be enrolled in an accredited university as a college undergraduate or a graduate level post-secondary educational program in a related discipline. Co-Op Requirements: To qualify as a co-op student, enrollment in the university's co-op program (proof of enrollment required); if not eligible for co-op program (or program unavailable), the student will be considered an intern. A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required.
Degree:
Accounting or Finance Preferred/Related Discipline: Accounting or Finance Year in School: No preference Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities MS Excel Basic Accounting (debit/credit) A pre-employment drug screening, physical exam, as well as a background check (including employment, criminal and motor vehicle) will also be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening.
