About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in public accounting. You will work alongside firm professionals and leaders to gain exposure to the day-to-day responsibilities of an associate. The program focuses on building technical and leadership skills through client engagements and professional development.
What you'll do#
- Participate in client engagements across various industries, including public companies and not-for-profit organizations.
- Perform audit procedures related to financial statements and internal controls.
- Work alongside experienced team members and firm leaders.
- Build your professional network through interactions with clients and colleagues.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
- Anticipated graduation date of December 2028 or May 2029.
- Available to participate full-time from January through March 2028.
- Plan to be CPA-eligible within 18 months of completing the internship.
- Authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
- Ability to work on-site at client locations as needed.
Location & details#
- Locations: Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Ft Worth, Plano, Odessa, or Midland, Texas.
- Term: Winter 2028.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Whitley Penn
Established in 1983 and headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, Whitley Penn is an accounting partnership with a workforce of 501 to 1,000 employees. The firm provides a broad spectrum of professional services including audit, tax compliance, strategic consulting, cybersecurity, and data analytics. It serves clients across various sectors with specialized offerings such as oil and gas outsourcing, litigation support, and business valuation. The organization operates as a professional partnership focused on delivering financial and advisory solutions.
