Summer 2028 Audit Internship – Wisconsin

Vrakas CPAs + Advisors; Town of Brookfield (WI); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal office space

Sit-to-stand desks

Provided electronics

Social outings

Charity events

Intramural sports

Free parking

Job summary

Vrakas CPAs + Advisors in Brookfield, WI is seeking a Summer 2028 Audit Intern to gain hands-on experience in audit responsibilities across multiple industries.

You will work on Employee Benefit Plan audits, participate in planning, earnings tests, and direct client communication, with mentorship and a supportive learning environment.

Start June 2028, End August 2028, 40 hours/week, in-person, with perks like personal office space, provided electronics, and parking.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Pursuing credit eligibility to sit for the CPA exam.
• Authorized to permanently work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows and Office products.
• Strong verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with audit responsibilities including planning, earnings tests, and direct client communication.
• Work on Employee Benefit Plan (EBP) audits with first-year associate level responsibilities.
• Collaborate in teams across diverse client base and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you ready to take your academic and professional journey to new heights?

The Vrakas CPAs + Advisors team is seeking a Summer 2028 Audit Intern to bring their unique spark to our talented crew, based in our Brookfield office.

The Vrakas CPAs + Advisors summer internship program introduces all interns to audit responsibilities. As an intern, you will gain hands‑on experience working on real‑world projects within multiple industries and learn more about the day‑to‑day responsibilities in our audit department. At Vrakas, we strive to create an environment built around personalized learning opportunities for all interns, ensuring everyone has a positive and beneficial internship experience. To support that environment, each intern is assigned a peer mentor who helps tailor the internship experience to each intern's specific needs and goals.

If you’re a self‑starter, eager to carve out your career path at your own pace and be a key player in propelling our firm to new heights, then you might be the perfect fit for our team. At Vrakas, we’re not just filling a position; we’re crafting a one‑of‑a‑kind career opportunity tailored to your needs.

The following responsibilities, opportunities, and requirements for this position are as follows:

Responsibilities:

A summer internship at Vrakas consists of multipleaudit responsibilities within the firm. Employee benefit plan (EBP) audits involve a range of tasks for summer interns, who are given the same level of responsibility as first‑year associates. Planning, earnings tests, direct client communication, and on‑site fieldwork are just a few of the many tasks summer interns will take part in while working in teams within a diverse client base.

While the summer intern workload primarily focuses on assistance within the audit department, interns will receive consistent communication from all departments as they navigate different tasks. At Vrakas, summer audit interns will have the opportunity to learn and acquire skills in:

• Professional communication (internal and external)
• Managing multiple clients with established timelines
• Gathering audit documentation and completing the audit engagement file
• Timely completion of assigned audit engagements
• Establish and maintain effective client relationships through regular communications
• Numerous opportunities to work directly with partners, managers, and other members of the Vrakas team
• Work in an environment structured around providing personalized learning opportunities for all team members so that everyone can have a positive, beneficial experience

Position Details:

• Paid, in-person internship
• Location(s): Brookfield
• 40 hours per week, with the opportunity to work additional hours if desired
• Audit Responsibilities: Employee Benefit Plans, 401(k)s
• Start Date: June 2028
• End Date: August 2028
• Schedule and start time will be dependent on academic schedules
• Internship Perks include personal office space with sit‑to‑stand desks, collaborative work environment, provided electronics, social outings, charity events, intermural sports, free parking, and more

Requirements

• Enrolled as a student, working towards your bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 3.0 GPA or higher
• Pursuing credit eligibility to sit for the CPA exam, per state requirements
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows and Office products
• Efficient coursework that provides general knowledge of accounting principles and/or regulations
• Willingness to learn new skills and programs
• Strong verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for doing impactful work, professionalism, integrity, and dependability
• Authorized to permanently work in the United States without sponsorship

WhyVrakas?

We’reproudofour supportive, people‑first culture where your voice matters.You’llcollaborate with a team of experienced professionals who are invested in both client success and each other’s development. We offer opportunities to build your skills, make a meaningful impact, and join a collaborative learning environment where sharing knowledge helps everyone grow and progress together.

AtVrakas,weareproudtobefiercelyindependentinourmissiontostandtallasoneofthelargestlocally ownedCPAfirmsintheMidwest.

Brookfield Office: 445 S. Moorland Road, Suite 400, Brookfield, WI 53005

Vrakas CPAs + Advisors does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, referrals, or other candidate information from third‑party recruiters or agencies. Please note that Vrakas is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions. All unsolicited submissions will become the property of Vrakas CPAs + Advisors. Vrakas CPAs + Advisors reserves the right to pursue, contact, interview, and hire any candidateidentifiedthrough unsolicited submissions without financial obligation to the submitting agency.