About the role#
This paid internship provides hands-on experience in public accounting. You will work alongside experienced team members and leaders, gaining exposure to the day-to-day responsibilities of an associate. The program runs from January through April 2028.
What you'll do#
- Participate in client engagements and support tax compliance and consulting projects.
- Prepare tax returns for corporations, partnerships, individuals, and trusts.
- Work with team members to deliver tax planning and consulting services.
- Gain exposure to various tax disciplines, including federal income tax, corporate taxation, state and local tax, and international tax matters.
- Build your professional network through interactions with clients and colleagues.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
- 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.
- Availability to work full-time from January through April 2028.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site role.
- Locations include Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Ft Worth, Plano, Odessa, and Midland, Texas, as well as Hobbs, New Mexico.
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.
