Audit Intern - Summer 2028: Hands-On Client Experience

Forvis Mazars US; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP in Chicago, IL is seeking motivated interns to explore audit or tax tracks and gain hands-on experience on client engagements alongside senior staff. You will test technical accounting concepts and participate in learning opportunities across assurance and tax offerings.

Interns should be working toward CPA exam eligibility, maintain a 3.0 GPA, and demonstrate solid communication, teamwork, and time-management skills. Both part-time and full-time internships may be available.

Qualifications

• Solid technical accounting knowledge
• Effective time management
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills preferred, including Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to work well with a team as well as independently
• Problem-solving attitude
• Willingness to take initiative
• Close attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and against deadlines
• Intern candidates must be working toward CPA Exam eligibility
• Interns must maintain a minimum cumulative overall GPA of 3.0
• Must have reliable transportation to and from your assigned office and be able to attend off-site meetings and events in person

Responsibilities

• Completing audit testing on financial statement accounts such as cash, accounts payable, or fixed assets
• Working with client personnel to reconcile account differences and analyze financial data
• Helping to draft management letter comments and the audit report
• Participating in client meetings alongside Forvis Mazars partners and managers

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Time management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Problem solving

Initiative

Attention to detail

Pressure handling

Education

Progressing toward CPA Exam eligibility

Satisfactory academic performance in major-related coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Forvis Mazars, LLP in Chicago, IL is seeking motivated interns to explore audit or tax tracks and gain hands-on experience on client engagements alongside senior staff. You will test technical accounting concepts and participate in learning opportunities across assurance and tax offerings.

Interns should be working toward CPA exam eligibility, maintain a 3.0 GPA, and demonstrate solid communication, teamwork, and time-management skills. Both part-time and full-time internships may be available.