Spring 2028 Intern (Tax & Audit) - Montana

Pinion; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPA exam sit-eligibility

Job summary

Pinion is seeking motivated accounting students for a paid internship in Helena, MT, starting Jan 4, 2028, with ends Apr 14, 2028. You will gain hands-on experience across tax and audit while learning from professionals who value collaboration and growth.

Requirements include pursuing a bachelor's or master's in Accounting (or related certificate), a 3.0 GPA, and availability for 24 hours/week (part-time) or 40 hours/week (full-time). In-office in Montana; sponsorship not available.

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting or related field.
• GPA 3.0 or higher in major and overall.
• Hours: 24 hours/week part-time or 40 hours/week full-time.
• Location: In-office in Montana.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Assist with financial statement preparation, audits, general accounting, and special projects.
• Apply academic knowledge to real client work while managing priorities and deadlines.
• Participate in client meetings and collaborate with professionals across multiple levels of the firm.

Skills

Accounting

Tax

Auditing

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

Accounting certificate program

Job description

Launch Your Accounting Career with Pinion

Internship Starts: January 4, 2028

Internship Ends: April 14, 2028

Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

Application Deadlines

• September 13 at 11:59pm CST for Montana State University and University of Montana.
• September 27 at 11:59pm CST for Carroll College, Montana Technical University, and all other schools.

Are you curious, driven, and ready to learn by doing?

Join Pinion and gain hands-on experience across tax and audit while working alongside professionals who value collaboration, growth, and making an impact.

Why Pinion?

Pinion is the nation's leading food and ag consulting and accounting firm, helping clients and communities thrive through bold thinking and innovation. We foster a collaborative, growth-oriented, and joy-filled culture where professionals are empowered to make a meaningful impact.

Pinion interns are talented students beginning their journey of discovery in a multi-service consulting firm. You will gain invaluable business exposure, applying your education to real-world scenarios. This is a paid position, where you'll get to work with staff and leaders from all levels as you have impact right away. Interns are considered for future employment opportunities upon successful completion of the internship.

What you'll be doing:

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Assist with financial statement preparation, audits, general accounting, and special projects.
• Apply academic knowledge to real client work while managing priorities and deadlines.
• Participate in client meetings and collaborate with professionals across multiple levels of the firm.
• Utilize technology and data tools to deliver accurate, efficient results.
• Build lasting relationships with fellow interns, mentors, and firm leaders.

What you'll need for this position:

• Education: Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree program in Accounting (or related field) or enrolled in an Accounting certificate program.
• GPA: 3.0 or higher in major and overall.
• Hours: Available to work 24 hours per week (part-time) or 40 hours per week (full-time).
• Location: Fully in the office.
• Employment Eligibility: This role is not eligible for sponsorship.

Bonus:

• Seeking to meet CPA exam sit-eligibility requirements.

What's in it for you:

• Hands-on experience across tax and audit.
• Meaningful work and real client exposure.
• Direct access to mentors, managers, and firm leaders invested in your growth.
• A collaborative, people-centered culture that values learning, curiosity, and connection.
• Consideration for future internship and full-time opportunities upon successful completion of your internship.

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Unofficial transcript(s)

Compensation:

In some states and municipalities, Pinion is required by law to include a reasonable estimate for range of compensation. When making compensation decisions, Pinion takes into account a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, skills, certifications/licenses, and geographic location. The wide range for this role reasonably accounts for these factors. Specific compensation decisions are made based on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $25 to $27 per hour.

EEO:

Pinion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Questions can be directed to [e-mail].