Tax & Audit Internship - CPA-Ready in Austin

Cognitioworld; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with Profit Sharing

Discretionary incentive compensation

Holiday and PTO structure

Parental Leave and CPA support program

Tuition Assistance Program and CPA

Job summary

Cognitioworld in Austin, TX offers internship opportunities in Tax or Audit, with hands-on experience assisting with tax returns, researching planning strategies, and evaluating internal controls.

You will collaborate with partners and managers, participate in testing procedures, and may travel to client sites. The program emphasizes volunteering, networking, and professional development; fully in-office experience to maximize mentorship, collaboration, and learning.

Qualifications

• Accounting major pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with a minimum 3.3 GPA.
• On track to meet CPA eligibility requirements with a clear plan to pursue CPA licensure.
• Interest in pursuing a full-time career in public accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving abilities, and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with clients and team members.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of tax returns or support assurance engagements depending on internship focus (Tax or Audit).
• Support clients in tax research, planning strategies, or evaluate internal controls and financial reporting processes.
• Analyze financial data to identify tax-saving opportunities, compliance considerations, or potential risks.
• Collaborate with team members, partners, and managers to deliver practical solutions and maintain compliance with accounting standards.
• Participate in testing procedures, audit documentation, and potentially travel to client sites (Audit interns).
• Engage in group projects focused on volunteering and social impact, networking events, and professional development sessions.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

CPA eligibility planning

Attention to detail

Ability to work with clients

Education

Accounting degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s)

GPA 3.3+

On track for CPA eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Cognitioworld in Austin, TX offers internship opportunities in Tax or Audit, with hands-on experience assisting with tax returns, researching planning strategies, and evaluating internal controls.

You will collaborate with partners and managers, participate in testing procedures, and may travel to client sites. The program emphasizes volunteering, networking, and professional development; fully in-office experience to maximize mentorship, collaboration, and learning.