2028 Busy Season Accounting Internship

BGM; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

BGM's Tax Season Internship Program in Bloomington, MN offers accounting students hands-on experience from January through mid-April 2028. You will work alongside experienced professionals on real client engagements in tax and assurance, not just observing but contributing to the team.

Ideal candidates are pursuing accounting degrees with a 3.0 GPA or higher and working toward CPA licensure (150 credits). You should be prepared for approximately 55 hours per week and to work in the Bloomington

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Working toward meeting the 150-credit CPA requirement.
• Junior or senior academic standing, or similar status.

Responsibilities

• Assist with audits, reviews, compilations, and other assurance engagements.
• Prepare individual and business tax returns with the tax team.
• Assist with tax research and special projects.
• Gather, organize, and analyze client information.
• Support multiple client engagements and communicate progress with the team.
• Gain exposure to clients across industries.
• Develop accounting and tax knowledge through hands-on experience and training.
• Work with professionals at various levels within the firm.

Skills

Strong verbal and written comms

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

CPA licensure prerequisites (150 credits)

Job description

Tax Season Intern – 2028

Bloomington, MN | January – Mid-April 2028

BGM is looking for motivated, curious, and service-minded accounting students to join our 2028 Tax Season Internship Program in Bloomington, MN.

We intentionally offer internships during our busiest time of year because we believe the best way to learn public accounting is to be part of the work when it is happening. From January through mid-April, our interns work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to real client engagements, and gain hands‑on experience in both tax and assurance.

You won't just observe from the sidelines. You'll be part of the team.

Throughout your internship, you'll work with team members at different levels across BGM who will help you learn, answer questions, provide feedback, and give you a better understanding of what a career in public accounting can look like.

And because we view our internship program as an important part of building our future team, successful interns may be considered for future internship or full‑time opportunities with BGM based on performance, career goals, and business needs.

What You'll Do

• Assist with audits, reviews, compilations, and other assurance engagements
• Prepare individual and business tax returns alongside members of our tax team
• Assist with tax research and special projects
• Gather, organize, and analyze client information
• Support multiple client engagements and communicate progress, questions, and findings with your team
• Gain exposure to clients across a variety of industries
• Build your technical accounting and tax knowledge through hands‑on experience and training
• Work directly with professionals at different levels of the firm, including experienced accountants, managers, and partners
• Develop the communication, organization, and problem-solving skills needed for a successful career in public accounting

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for students who are ready to learn, contribute, and experience what it's really like to work in public accounting.

Our Ideal Intern

• Is pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting
• Maintains a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Is working toward meeting the 150-credit requirement for CPA licensure
• Is generally in their junior or senior year, or has similar academic standing
• Has strong verbal and written communication skills
• Is organized, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Enjoys working collaboratively while also being able to work independently
• Brings a positive attitude, curiosity, and willingness to ask questions and learn
• Has experience working with customers, clients, or others in a service‑oriented environment
• Is able to work approximately 55 hours per week during peak periods of the internship
• Is able to work in our Bloomington, MN office throughout the internship
• Is permanently authorized to work in the United States

How We Work

Own It – Take responsibility, follow through, and be accountable.

Care – Build meaningful relationships and show genuine consideration for clients and teammates.

Take Pride – Bring your best and care about the quality of your work.

Seek Solutions – Stay curious, think critically, and look for ways to solve problems.

Evolve & Grow – Be open to feedback, embrace change, and continue learning.

We're looking for interns who see themselves in these values and want to be part of a team that puts them into practice.

Who is BGM?

BGM offers entrepreneurs, business owners, organizations, and individuals a wide range of advisory, audit, accounting, and tax services designed to meet both business and personal needs.

We don't just solve problems—we anticipate needs. We don't just provide ideas—we provide insight. And we don't just look at the bottom line—we look for opportunities.

Our team works closely with clients to develop practical, innovative solutions that help them grow their businesses, achieve their goals, and realize their passions. We serve clients across a wide variety of industries, giving our interns exposure to different businesses, challenges, and career paths within public accounting.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BGM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, familial status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.