About the role#
This internship offers hands-on experience in public accounting within our public sector audit practice. You will work alongside experienced team members, gain exposure to associate-level responsibilities, and contribute to client engagements while developing your technical and leadership skills.
What you'll do#
- Perform audit procedures on financial statements and internal controls.
- Work with clients across governmental entities, including school districts, higher education, municipalities, and counties.
- Participate in client engagements and professional development sessions.
- Build your professional network by working directly with colleagues and firm leaders.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Accounting.
- An anticipated graduation date of December 2028 or May 2029.
- A plan to be CPA-eligible within 18 months of completing the internship.
- Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Locations: Houston, Ft Worth, and Plano, Texas.
- Terms: Winter 2028 or Summer 2028.
- Modality: This is a paid, full-time, on-site 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.
