Public Accounting Audit Internship: Real Client Experience

Purvis, Gray & Company, LLP ~ Certified Public Accountants; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Purvis Gray’s Audit Internship in Gainesville is designed for accounting students who want to apply classroom knowledge to real client work. Interns team with audit professionals, gain exposure to diverse clients and industries, and build technical and professional skills for public accounting.

Interns assist audit teams, prepare workpapers, and participate in training and meetings to develop career-ready capabilities. The program runs January–April 2027 at the Gainesville office.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• Expected to have completed Intermediate Accounting coursework prior to the start of the internship.
• Auditing coursework completed or in progress is preferred.
• Intends to meet the educational requirements for CPA licensure upon graduation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist audit teams with client engagements and assigned audit procedures.
• Prepare and organize audit workpapers and supporting documentation.
• Assist with account reconciliations, testing, research, and financial statement support.
• Review and organize client provided information for completeness and accuracy.
• Communicate with team members regarding assigned work, questions, and deadlines.
• Handle sensitive and confidential client information with professionalism and integrity.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and other opportunities to learn about public accounting.
• Complete additional projects and assignments that support client service and professional development.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Multitasking

Follow through on assignments

Ask questions

Take initiative

Team learning mindset

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting

Intermediate Accounting coursework completed

Auditing coursework completed or in progress

Intends to meet CPA licensure requirements

Job description

Purvis Gray’s Audit Internship in Gainesville is designed for accounting students who want to apply classroom knowledge to real client work. Interns team with audit professionals, gain exposure to diverse clients and industries, and build technical and professional skills for public accounting.

Interns assist audit teams, prepare workpapers, and participate in training and meetings to develop career-ready capabilities. The program runs January–April 2027 at the Gainesville office.