Intern - Operations, Clearance & Settlements

Hilltop Securities Inc. is currently looking for qualified students to join our Operations team as a Summer Intern. This individual will work closely with our Operations team to gain hands-on experience in the profession while assisting with several key initiatives across the company. They will develop entry-level experience in the financial services industry, including development and delivery of initiatives, and effective practices. Our Summer 2027 Internship Program is an in-person experience lasting from May 24, 2027 to July 30, 2027, with opportunities located in downtown Dallas at our HTS Tower location and throughout the country at various branch locations.

Support daily activities/operations in relation including purchase & sales, collateral, settlement, mutual funds, stock transfers, and/or government reporting.

Contribute and participate in all assigned areas; ability to handle multiple tasks.

Work to solve real world problems and deliver measurable results.

Help with ideas to improve current practices and create efficiencies

Data analysis/data mining

Special projects as requested.

Performs other duties as assigned.

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Rising Junior or Senior pursuing business, finance, accounting, economics or related field is preferred

Some experience (0 – 1 year) is preferred but not required

Computer hardware, operating system (Windows or Mac), and software/application (MS Office, Internet Explorer, Outlook etc.) skills. Strong computer skills including Power Excel, SQL and PowerPoint

Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills

Proven self-starter who can initiate tasks and follow up to completion

Exceptional time management and organizational skills

Desire to learn about career opportunities in the financial services industry

Candidate MUST have authorization to work for any employer in the US without requiring sponsorship, whether in student status or not