Our 2026 APAC Summer Intern program provides you with career opportunities within Smith’s Hong Kong Credit department for job enrichment, professional mentorship, and career progression. You will also gain meaningful exposure to and knowledge of our business industry, legal and accounting operations, and valuable skillsets.
We are recruiting 2026 and 2027 fresh graduates to help them explore a career in the semiconductor trading industry. Outstanding interns will receive a full‑time offer upon graduation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in conducting credit analyses to evaluate the creditworthiness of potential and existing clients
- Support the preparation of credit reports and presentations for internal stakeholders
- Assess credit risks and monitor existing credit relationships
- Help maintain and update the credit database and reporting systems
- Collaborate with team members on credit-related projects and initiatives
- Conduct market research to support credit-evaluation processes
- Provide general administrative support to the APAC Credit team as needed
Who We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related discipline, preferably graduating in 2026 or 2027
- Prior accounting internship experience preferred
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including functions, formulas, and data analysis
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to learn
- Familiarity with financial statements and credit-analysis concepts preferred
- Excellent command of written and verbal English and Chinese
What We Offer:
- Opportunity for a return offer with a permanent position for high‑potential candidates upon graduation
- Professional mentorship and hands‑on experience to accelerate your personal and career development
- Collaborative, energetic, and motivating team culture that supports learning and growth
- Prime office location in the central business district with a modern, comfortable, and well‑equipped workspace
- Engaging company events and team outings that foster connection and belonging
About Smith:
Founded in 1984, Smith sources, manages, and distributes the electronic components that go into everything from mobile phones and computers to appliances and automobiles. Smith is the leading independent distributor of electronic components and ranks eighth among all global distributors.
We buy and sell components 24 hours per day, with global sales of USD $3.4 billion in 2025 and in excess of USD $16 billion over the last five years. We’re always moving as we help manufacturers navigate market shifts, customize supply chain solutions, test components using cutting-edge technology, and more.
As a privately held company, Smith employs more than 700 people worldwide. With offices spanning four continents, our team members are spread out around the world while staying connected to each other, allowing us to provide the expertise of a multinational company while still giving the tailored support of a local business. We have regional headquarters in Houston, Amsterdam, and Hong Kong; sales and purchasing offices in Austin, Bangalore, Berlin, Cluj-Napoca, Guadalajara, London, Munich, New York, Penang, São Paulo, Seoul, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Tokyo; and distribution hubs in Houston, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
For more information, please visit our company website: https://www.smithweb.com/
Key Achievement and Company Highlights:
- International Leader - Smith has been ranked as the#1 independent distributor globally 21 times since 2000.
- Strong Growth: The company has rapidly expanded, with worldwide revenue growing from USD $500M in 2005 to USD $3.4B in 2025.
- Exceptional Partnerships: Smith partners with top-tier global clients, including Fortune 500 companies across the social media, data center, personal computing, networking, and automotive sectors.
- Global Family: With offices around the world and a prime office location, Smith provides a truly international working environment.
- On-the-Job Training: Smith’s Credit team provides real, hands-on exposure to the semiconductor trading business.
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We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related discipline
- Prior accounting internship experience
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including functions and data analysis
- Familiarity with financial statements and credit-analysis concepts
- Excellent command of written and verbal English and Chinese
What We Do
Smith is a leading independent distributor of electronic components and ranks sixth among all global distributors. As the leading independent distributor of electronic components, Smith sources, manages, tests, and ships billions of components to partners worldwide in every industry and vertical. Offering a comprehensive suite of flexible and scalable supply chain solutions, Smith identifies and delivers customized service programs to support its customers’ success. The company’s expertise is backed by decades of market data, cutting-edge technology, and a systems-based approach to quality excellence. Smith has generated more than USD $12.9 billion in global revenue since 2019. Visit www.smithweb.com to learn more
