About the role#
This internship offers an introduction to the public accounting profession. You will work with multiple supervisors across a variety of client engagements and shadow audit professionals at all levels of the firm. The role is a full-time, paid position based in Virginia Beach for the Summer 2028 term.
What you'll do#
- Apply your accounting knowledge to client work using firm technology.
- Participate in and present on a marketing or research project.
- Attend social functions, including happy hours, lunches, and community service projects.
- Engage in team building and training initiatives.
What you'll need#
- You are a junior or senior enrolled in an accredited accounting or business administration program, roughly two years from graduation.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher is preferred but not required.
- You are proficient with computers and spreadsheet software.
- You have the ability to travel to client sites as needed, including same-day travel.
- You must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Virginia Beach, Virginia.
- Term: Summer 2028.
- Modality: On-site.
- Pay Range: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour.
About Cherry Bekaert
Cherry Bekaert is a CPA and advisory firm based in Raleigh, North Carolina. It provides tax, audit, and consulting services to middle-market companies, government contractors, and nonprofits. The firm employs over 3,000 people and has operated for more than 75 years. It maintains an international presence through an affiliation with Allinial Global.
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