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Intern – Audit or Tax
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Aprio 2027 Internship Application – Tax/Audit – Bay Area | Aprio
The Tone:
This is an internship at Aprio, located in the Bay Area (Walnut Creek and San Francisco offices), with a hybrid work model requiring at least three days in the office. Aprio is a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm with over 3,200 team members globally, dedicated to helping clients in fast-growing industries. This role is crucial for high-performing accounting students seeking hands-on client experience and professional development to build a successful career in public accounting.
The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Spring (40 hours/week) or Summer (32 hours/week)
• Location: Hybrid Walnut Creek, CA
• Pay: $33–$38 hourly
• Mission: To provide meaningful exposure to public accounting through hands-on client work, collaboration, and skill development for students pursuing a full-time career.
• Tech Stack: Excel
What You’ll Actually Do
• Support client engagements by assisting with the preparation of tax returns or assurance engagements and evaluating internal controls.
• Analyze financial data and documentation to identify potential tax-saving opportunities, compliance considerations, or areas for improvement.
• Collaborate directly with partners, managers, and experienced staff to deliver practical tax solutions or maintain compliance with accounting standards.
• Participate in testing procedures and audit documentation for assurance projects, or support clients in tax research and planning strategies.
• Engage in professional development sessions, networking events, and group projects focused on volunteering and social impact.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Accounting Major on track to pursue a CPA license, with a clear plan for completing required coursework and examinations.
• Experience: No classes permitted during the internship period; must be a high-performing accounting student interested in a public accounting career.
• Skills: 3.0 or higher GPA, understanding and applying excel skills, exceptional verbal and written communication skills, working effectively and personably with clients and co-workers.
• Bonus: Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities, leadership potential, and a commitment to professional excellence.
