Winter 2027 Administrative Accounting Internship

Corrigan Krause; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Corrigan Krause invites university students to join our Administrative Internship during tax season. This part-time role introduces public accounting, with tasks in tax data processing and assisting tax professionals.

Interns typically work 20-25 hours per week and may receive additional hours as needed. You’ll gain hands-on experience, learn from a close-knit team, and build a foundation for a career in accounting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business-economics, or related major.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 and above.
• Strong initiative, organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist tax professionals during tax preparation.
• Process final tax returns for clients.
• Perform clerical tasks including copying, scanning, and filing client tax information.
• Collaborate with all levels of the firm from associate to partner.
• Gain weekly exposure to team members and hear career stories.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related major

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Description

Administrative interns at Corrigan Krause are responsible for processing incoming tax data, assisting our tax professionals during tax preparation, and final processing of tax returns for clients. This position during tax season is designed to introduce a new accounting student to the world of public accounting on a part time basis. With an administrative internship as the foundation, students are able to easily build their portfolio and create a solid foundation to learn the world of public accounting. Corrigan Krause administrative internships are typically 20-25 hours/week and are paid, with the opportunity to work extra hours on an as needed basis if your schedule permits.

Why Corrigan Krause?

There is a reason why the internship positions at Corrigan Krause fill quickly: Our interns are part of the Corrigan Krause team from day one. Corrigan Krause is a mid-sized CPA & accounting firm that values each team member like family, encourages a solid work-life balance, and keeps things fun in the office, even during busy season. We’ve won the Plain Dealer’s Top Workplaces award eight times and continue to keep our focus on developing and supporting our team.

Through your CK Internship, you will…

• Assist tax professionals during tax preparation
• Process final tax returns for clients
• Perform clerical tasks including copying, scanning, and filing client tax information
• Collaborate with all levels of the firm, from associate to partner
• Gain weekly exposure to team members from associate through partner level, with opportunities to hear career stories and gain real-world advice
• Attending fun intern mixers to build relationships with peers across the firm
• Celebrate holidays and participate in firm-wide events

Requirements

• University student currently/interested in pursuing a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business-economics, or related major
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 and above
• Strong initiative, organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of the firm
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Meets firm standards for attendance, punctuality, and work deadlines

Internship Season Length: January 18, 2027 - April 15, 2027

• Approximately 3 months

People are at the core of everything we do at Corrigan Krause. We welcome all people and are against all forms of discrimination.