2028 Audit or Tax Intern

Job Description

Aprio 2028 Internship Application – Tax/Audit | Aprio

The Tone:
This is an internship opportunity at Aprio, located in Philadelphia, PA, available for Spring (January–April) or Summer (June–August) 2028. Aprio is a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm, operating with 40 U.S. and international office locations and a global team of over 3,200 members. The firm leverages proven expertise and strategic foresight to support fast-growing industries, ensuring clients are prepared for future business needs. This internship is designed for high-performing accounting students eager to contribute, take initiative, and gain meaningful, hands-on exposure to public accounting, preparing them for a successful career.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal (Spring: 40 hours/week, Summer: 32 hours/week)
• Location: Hybrid – Philadelphia, PA (requiring at least 4 days in office)

• Team: Collaborative teams working directly with partners, managers, and experienced staff
• Mission: To contribute to hands-on client work in either Tax or Audit, gaining meaningful exposure to public accounting and developing the necessary technical and professional skills for a successful career.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Client Engagement: Work directly with clients of all sizes across a diverse range of industries, gaining valuable exposure to complex business environments and financial reporting challenges.
• Project Contribution: Gain exposure to complex accounting, tax, and assurance projects, applying analytical and problem-solving skills to real-world scenarios.
• Professional Collaboration: Collaborate directly with partners, managers, and experienced staff, actively developing the technical and professional skills necessary for a successful career in public accounting.
• Firm Involvement: Participate in group projects focused on volunteering and social impact, engage in networking events, and attend professional development sessions aimed at building career skills.
• Core Practice Support: Assist with either the preparation of tax returns, tax research, and planning strategies, or contribute to assurance engagements, evaluating internal controls, and participating in audit documentation.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Accounting major currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited institution, maintaining a minimum 3.3 GPA. Candidates must be on track to meet CPA eligibility requirements with a clear plan to pursue licensure, and must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Experience: This is an entry-level internship position; no prior professional accounting experience is explicitly required. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential for applying skills in data analysis and reporting tasks.
• Skills: Possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills, demonstrate strong initiative, exhibit robust problem-solving abilities, and maintain a keen attention to detail. Candidates must also be able to work effectively and collaboratively with both clients and internal team members.
• Bonus: A strong interest in pursuing a full-time career in public accounting following the completion of the internship.