Accounting Internship – Summer 2027

Trout CPA; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Trout CPA invites you to join our Lancaster, PA internship program. You will gain hands-on experience on client engagements across multiple service lines, including audits, taxes, and advisory projects, under the mentorship of senior staff and partners.

We emphasize technical and professional growth, teamwork, and proactive learning. Applicants should be pursuing an accounting degree, have at least three years of coursework, plan for CPA licensure, and be available 32+ hours weekly from early

Qualifications

• Be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
• Have completed at least three years of accounting coursework by the start of the internship.
• Intend to pursue CPA licensure.
• Be available to work a minimum of 32 hours per week from early June through late July 2027.
• Maintain a GPA of 3.4 or higher in accounting coursework.
• Demonstrate involvement through internships, work experience, student organizations, or leadership activities.
• Possess strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Thrive in a collaborative team environment and demonstrate initiative and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Participate in meaningful client work across multiple service lines and departments.
• Explore audit, tax, advisory and more.
• Develop technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

Job description

Description

As an intern at Trout CPA, you'll gain hands-on experience, work alongside experienced professionals, and contribute to client engagements. You'll build technical and professional skills, receive mentorship from knowledgeable team members who are invested in your growth, and gain firsthand exposure to the public accounting profession while exploring future career opportunities.

What You'll Experience

• Participate in meaningful client work across multiple service lines and departments
• Explore audit, tax, advisory and more
• Develop technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Learn from experienced staff, managers, and partners
• Work alongside a collaborative team invested in your success
• Gain exposure to the day-to-day work of public accountants
• Build your professional network and explore future career opportunities

Requirements

• Be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting
• Have completed at least three years of accounting coursework by the start of the internship
• Intend to pursue CPA licensure
• Be available to work a minimum of 32 hours per week from early June through late July 2027
• Maintain a GPA of 3.4 or higher in accounting specific coursework
• Demonstrate involvement through internships, work experience, student organizations, or leadership activities
• Possess strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Thrive in a collaborative team environment and demonstrate initiative and adaptability