Summer 2027 Public Sector Advisory Intern (Fiscal Operations)

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP is seeking an Public Sector Advisory Intern to gain hands-on consulting experience and build a professional network with a coast-to-coast firm.

You will work on client engagements, receive on-the-job training, and participate in orientation and development programs designed to build your client service and technical skills for a strong foundation now and tomorrow.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled or pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, public policy, public administration, MPA, MPP, or a related field.
• Active pursuit of CPA licensure a plus.
• Must have at least one academic term remaining following completion of the internship.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Successful candidates will have no prior professional experience; internship or student involvement is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Learn and execute meaningful work engagements that have an impact on the business.
• Participate in on-the-job training through real work engagements translating academics to the professional environment.
• Join intern orientation and development programs to contribute to client engagements.
• Perform internal control risk, operations, and organizational reviews.
• Collaborate with staff, seniors, managers and partners with specialized experience within the public sector.
• Engage with a variety of public sector clients including municipal governments and school districts.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, public policy, public administration, MPA or MPP

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world's leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion.

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Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.

Job Description

Are you looking to gain experience and jump-start your consulting career? Do you want to build your professional network at a coast-to-coast firm?

As a Public Sector Advisory Intern at Baker Tilly (BT), you will be involved in many types of client engagements, obtain hands‑on work experience, and make a difference in the communities we serve. As one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, BT offers you upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development.

You will enjoy this role if you:

• Are considering a long-term career in Public Sector consulting and want exposure to the industry


• Value your development and want to work for a firm whose owners have both their clients’ and employees’ best interests in mind and are transparent in their decisions


• Want to grow professionally and develop your client service and technical skills to build a strong foundation now, for tomorrow

You will have the opportunity to:

• Learn and execute meaningful work engagements that have an impact on the business


• Experience on‑the‑job training through real work engagements, showcasing how your academic experience translates to the professional environment


• Participate in our intern orientation and training and development program designed to provide the tools needed to contribute to client engagements


• Perform internal control risk, operations, and organizational reviews


• Collaborate with experienced Staff, Seniors, Managers and Partners with specialized experience and technical knowledge within the public sector industry


• Engage directly with a variety of public sector clients ranging from municipal governments to school districts to public power agencies


• Build friendships and strong work relationships while gaining valuable experience

Successful candidates will be:

• Currently enrolled or pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, public policy, public administration, MPA, MPP, or a related field


• Active pursuit of CPA licensure a plus


• Must have at least one academic term remaining following completion of the internship

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.

Successful candidates will have:

• No prior professional experience is required; however relevant internship, work experience and/or involvement with a professional organization desired


• The ability to work effectively in a team environment with all levels of client personnel


• Demonstrated skills in the areas of time management, communication, interpersonal skills, relationship building, collaboration, and problem solving


• Organizational and analytical skills, initiative, adaptability


• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)


• A resume and unofficial transcript(s) are required as part of the application process

The pay rate range for this job position is $23.75 to $79.80. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant's skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.