2023/2024 Summer Vacation Programs-Audit, Business Advisory and Tax

Attention all students in their second last year of university! Are you looking to gain valuable work experience and get a head start in your career? Look no further than SW's Summer Vacation Program!

At SW, we are a progressive advisory and accounting firm with a rich 85-year history in Australia. Our program offers you the chance to experience our dynamic and supportive culture first-hand and work alongside some of the top professionals in the industry.

For six exciting weeks, you'll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in real client work and receive hands-on training and mentorship with some of the best in the business. With our program, you'll gain a unique perspective on the industry and develop the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in your future career.

At SW, we are proud of the many Summer Vacationers who have gone on to join our Graduate program and have successful careers with us. So why wait? Apply for the Summer Vacation Program today and open doors in your career!

Why join our team?

• Gain valuable experience in Assurance & Advisory or  Business & Private Client Advisory with real client work
• Be a part of a recognised leader in Graduate and Internship programs winning numerous awards since 2016! 
• weekly team lunches and social club to foster a positive work culture.
• Join a firm that is growing and open to change and disruption in today’s economy
• We believe in building meaningful relationships with our Vacationers from the moment we first connect
• Mentor program, dedicating a buddy to guide you through the program and show you the ropes
• Dedicated wellness wing to encourage work life balance 

About us

In Australia, we operate in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth with over 300 people and 39 Partners nationally. Taking the lead, SW joined the rapidly growing ShineWing International Network, one of the world’s leading organisations of independently owned and managed advisory and accounting firms. With access to a global network and a team of over 10,000 professionals, 450+ Partners, in 57+ offices, across 14 countries and regions, we work together to open doors to opportunity in Australia, Asia and across the world.

Working at SW definitely has its perks! We have been recognised as a Graduate and Intern Employer of Choice for multiple years running as compiled by the Australian Association of Graduate Employers (AAGE) and the Australian Financial Review.

Teams you could work in: 

Business & Private Client Advisory

Our Business and Private Client Advisory Division works with a range of small, medium and large private businesses and family groups, along with some not-for-profit and foreign-owned businesses. Our team offers a wide variety of services to clients who operate in a range of industries including property, education, hospitality & gaming, accommodation, agribusiness and automotive. Our services include accounting & tax compliance services, business & tax advisory, structuring, superannuation, wealth management and transactional services.

Assurance and Advisory

Our Assurance and Advisory Division’s core services are traditional external audit and internal audit services, with an IT advisory offering. This team gets the opportunity to work on a broad range of clients and industries; and has the opportunity to work with and learn from different Partners, Managers and team members. SW works with a range of clients across multiple industries, giving you great exposure. Given there are opportunities to go and visit our clients on-site, you will see firsthand what it means to run a business!

Tax

Our Tax Division advises public, private and multinational companies to understand the seemingly unrelenting tax pressures they face and how best to deal with them. We help to identify and manage tax risks before they become a problem, maximise opportunities and minimise tax exposure for businesses, take realistic tax positions and ensure compliance with all ATO requirements so that our clients can focus on the bigger picture. Made up of a number of specialist Tax areas, our team work on a broad range of clients, and industries and have the opportunity to work with and learn from different Partners, Managers and team members.

What we’re looking for?

• You’re passionate about making a difference and opening doors to new opportunities.
• You’re energetic about putting knowledge into practice.
• You’re unique, one of a kind, and bring a different perspective – we value diversity of thought and a growth mindset
• You’re authentic, empathetic and a team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.
• You’re a student in your penultimate year of study working towards a degree in Commerce, Business (majoring in Accounting) or with a dual degree in Arts, IT, Economics, Science, Law or Engineering.
• Applicants must be a citizen of or hold permanent residency in, Australia or New Zealand.

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