Tax and Assurance Internships

Job Description

Accounting Intern | Eide Bailly

The Tone:
This is a full-time, in-person Accounting Internship in Assurance and Tax at Eide Bailly, available for the Spring 2027 term in locations such as Akron, Ohio; Cleveland, Ohio; and Chicago, Illinois. Eide Bailly, a top advisory firm with over 50 offices across the U.S. and India, has been fostering meaningful client and employee relationships since 1917. This internship provides an opportunity to contribute directly to client success in both assurance and tax services, while being part of an inclusive, supportive environment designed to empower growth. The role emphasizes authenticity, trust, and connection, ensuring interns feel valued and equipped to thrive in their careers.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Akron, OH
• Team: Part of an inclusive and supportive team from day one, receiving guidance from experienced professionals and a dedicated Career Advisor.
• Mission: To gain hands-on experience by supporting client engagements, preparing critical financial reports, and accurately completing tax returns to identify and apply maximum tax benefits across diverse industries.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Client Engagement Participation: Actively participate in client engagement meetings, contributing to the overall project scope.
• On-Site Client Support: Travel to various client sites with the team (requiring 10-40% travel for Assurance interns) to gain direct experience and observe operations firsthand.
• Accounting Report Generation: Prepare detailed accounting-related reports for a diverse range of clients across multiple industries (Assurance focused).
• Tax Return Preparation: Compile and complete individual and business tax returns, addressing different levels of complexity for clients in numerous sectors (Tax focused).
• Tax Benefit Maximization: Analyze specific tax situations to identify and ensure the application of all available tax benefits for clients, optimizing their financial outcomes.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level professional currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Experience: Actively working towards the eligibility requirements to sit for the CPA license; comfortable with the travel requirements (10-40%) associated with Assurance intern roles.
• Skills: Demonstrates an inquisitive nature and a strong interest in learning various client business processes; possesses excellent multi-tasking abilities and a proven capacity to meet deadlines; committed to maintaining the highest professional standards and strict client confidentiality.
• Bonus: Must be authorized to work in the United States now or in the future without visa sponsorship.