Spring Accounting Intern: Real-World Tax & Audit

doeren; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Doeren Mayhew in Birmingham, Alabama invites you to join the 2028 Spring Accounting Internship. You will work alongside seasoned professionals, gaining hands-on experience in tax preparation and audit processes while engaging with a variety of industries.

The program runs from January 2028 through April 15, 2028, with interns typically working 40 hours per week. This paid internship aims to develop foundational accounting skills and professional conduct in a respected CPA firm.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting
• Completion of Intermediate Accounting I by Spring 2028
• Completion of Business Taxation by Spring 2028 preferred
• 3.0 GPA (cumulative and in accounting major)
• Ability to work 40 hours per week
• Work experience preferred (related or unrelated to accounting)
• Strong drive and motivation to pursue a career in public accounting in Birmingham
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to take initiative via work experience and/or extracurricular activities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proven time management skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities
• High degree of curiosity, willingness to learn, and enthusiasm

Responsibilities

• Work with a variety of tax Principals, Managers, Associates and other interns on an array of tax returns
• Assist with preparation of corporate and individual tax returns including partnerships, C-Corp and S-Corp returns
• Gain exposure to tax returns in a variety of industries including manufacturing, construction, non-profit, auto dealership, retail, restaurant and more
• Participate in at least one audit engagement during the internship, with opportunities to participate in additional engagements based on client and staffing needs
• Complete introductory audit training covering the audit process, fundamental procedures, workpaper documentation, and professional standards
• Assist with basic audit procedures and gain practical exposure to assurance services while primarily working on tax engagements

Skills

Communication

Time management

Leadership

Motivation

Curiosity

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

Intermediate Accounting I

Business Taxation

Job description

Doeren Mayhew in Birmingham, Alabama invites you to join the 2028 Spring Accounting Internship. You will work alongside seasoned professionals, gaining hands-on experience in tax preparation and audit processes while engaging with a variety of industries.

The program runs from January 2028 through April 15, 2028, with interns typically working 40 hours per week. This paid internship aims to develop foundational accounting skills and professional conduct in a respected CPA firm.