About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in public accounting. You will work alongside professionals and leaders to gain exposure to associate-level responsibilities. The program focuses on building technical and leadership skills through client engagements and professional development.
What you'll do#
- Handle accounting tasks, technical accounting research, and ERP implementation projects.
- Apply best practices for client communication across email, voicemail, and face-to-face interactions.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives.
- Build knowledge of firm history, strategy, policies, and processes.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
- Anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028.
- Available for the full program duration during Winter (January to March 2027) or Summer (June to August 2027).
- Plan to be CPA-eligible within 18 months of completing the internship.
- Ability to work on-site as needed.
Location & details#
- Locations: Houston, Dallas, or Austin, Texas.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid position.
- Note: Sponsorship is not provided for this role.
About Whitley Penn
Whitley Penn is a public accounting firm founded in 1983. Based in Fort Worth, Texas, the firm operates as a partnership with 889 employees. It provides audit, tax, advisory, and digital services to its clients. The firm maintains nine office locations across Texas and New Mexico.
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