Job Title: 2027 Audit/Tax Summer Intern Company: Aldrich CPAs & Advisors LLP Location: Portland, Salem, OR Posted Date: 2026-10-14T11:52:46-05:00 Employment Type: Internship Department: CPA Job Description: DescriptionAre you an undergraduate student interested in exploring a career in public accounting? Our summer interns will have the opportunity to work within our Promoting Opportunities & Outstanding Leaders (POOL) program which provides exposure to tax, audit, and consulting.Throughout our internship experience, interns will work alongside both our audit and tax teams. Our POOL program aims to develop our newest team members through focused education, varied experience and achievement of specific goals. It is our belief that by providing broad exposure to the variety of services and niches within our firm, our interns and future staff will be better equipped to effectively serve our clients.Why AldrichAldrich is a growth-minded West Coast regional professional services firm with an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit. We are a values-driven firm committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect.Aldrich's leadership philosophy encompasses the firm's clearly defined mission, vision, and values. We exist to improve the lives of our people, our clients, and our communities.Honoring why we exist and our people as our number one priority, Aldrich is committed to providing opportunities to develop the whole person and ensure employees can bring their authentic selves to our shared mission. Aldrich supports individuals’ pursuit of wild success in life and work, and their ability to impact their colleagues, clients, and communities. Aldrich is an equal opportunity employer.Check out more about Aldrich at Get a Chance ToDevelop a broad understanding of complex accounting and auditing conceptsIdentify and communicate accounting and auditing matters to senior associates and managersPrepare audit planning documents, procedures, reports, or tax returnsReview and evaluate internal control systems, policies, and proceduresExamine and organize accounts and tax recordsCompute taxes owed according to prescribed rates, laws, and regulationsAssist in conducting tax research, studies, and special projectsWhat You Bring to the TeamExpected or completed Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or Economics from an accredited college/universitySuperior communication skillsExcellent research and writing skillsAmbitious with a desire to continually improveWhat You Should KnowThe Summer Internship is an in-person, temporary, non-exempt position, requiring up to 32 hours of work per week for 8 weeks. As a temporary employee, with the exception of 401(k), you will not be eligible for employee benefits.This information is provided in compliance with applicable state equal pay and pay equity legislation. It is in the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. At Aldrich, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensations decisions are dependent on facts and circumstances of each candidate. The compensation offered may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. Aldrich makes internal equity a consideration in all pay decisions. A reasonable estimate of the current range for the internship is $25.00-$30.00 per hour.We value strong academic performance as part of our hiring process. Please submit all undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) unofficial transcripts when applying, as they are a key part of our evaluation. We will also ask for updated transcripts later in the process, and if your academic performance doesn’t reflect the standards we consider during hiring, we may adjust our decision.To ApplyPlease submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and a copy of your updated undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) transcript(s) (unofficial transcripts are acceptable). A transcript is required for your application to be considered complete. Applications submitted without the required transcript(s) will be considered incomplete and will not be considered for this position. Be sure to upload all documents in PDF format.The internship position is available in person in our Lake Oswego or Salem offices. Your preferred location will be discussed during the interview process. We will take your location preference into consideration.#LI-DNI
Compensation: $25.00-$30.00
About Aldrich
Aldrich provides professional services to businesses and individuals. The firm offers tax, accounting, wealth management, and business transition services. It operates from eight offices in the Western United States. Aldrich was founded in 1973 and maintains a staff of 201 to 500 employees.
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