2026 Leadership Program & 2027 Rotational Accounting Summer Internship

Job Description

About Company

Frank, Rimerman (FR+Co) is consistently recognized as “One of the Best Places to Work” by the Silicon Valley Business Journal, one of the top 20 firms in the nation by Vault Career Intelligence, and “Best of the Best” by Inside Public Accounting. The company prides itself on its values, culture, and unique service lines, fostering an entrepreneurial community. FR+Co believes in supporting its employees’ interests both inside and outside the office, emphasizing work-life balance. They strive to convert interns into full-time employees, building professional careers while ensuring time for personal life.

Job Description, Detailed

This opportunity considers applicants for both the 2026 Leadership Program and the 2027 Rotational Accounting Summer Internship through a single interview process. Both programs aim to provide an inside look into Frank, Rimerman’s values, culture, and services, allowing participants to interact with professionals, expand knowledge of public accounting, and feel at home when launching their careers.

2026 Leadership Program: Start Up with Frank, Rimerman
• Format & Location: A one-day program available virtually or in-person at the San Jose office.
• Purpose: Offers exposure to FR+Co’s entrepreneurial community, introduces service lines in a small group format, helps build relationships, and familiarizes participants with the culture, serving as a lead-in to the 2026 Summer Internship.
• Sessions: Four separate program sessions are offered, with date options ranging from January through April. Date and format preferences can be discussed during the interview process.

2027 Rotational Accounting Summer Internship
• Program Focus: A dynamic rotational summer internship designed for students majoring in accounting to build a foundational understanding in both Audit and Tax.
• Experience: Interns will work with professionals at all levels, providing business solutions to innovative Silicon Valley clients. The program aims to offer an authentic internship experience to instill confidence for full-time employment. FR+Co is proud to be a top-ranked accounting internship by Vault.
• Locations: Interns will be based out of the San Francisco, San Jose, or San Diego offices. Some mobility throughout the surrounding areas is required for training and offsite activities. San Diego interns will also have the opportunity to travel to the Bay Area for the Firm’s Annual Meeting.
• Salary: The salary range for the 2027 Summer Internship is $36-$43 per hour.

Responsibilities
As an intern, you will make an impact by:
• Working on audit engagements and developing an understanding of audit processes.
• Preparing income tax returns (individual, fiduciary, partnership, not-for-profit, and corporate).
• Attending department meetings and client engagement planning sessions.
• Assisting with business risk consulting and compliance projects.
• Processing business transactions into accounting records and appropriate financial statements.
• Learning standardized office and accounting-related software.

Outside of department work, the internship also includes a variety of social events, which vary by home office, providing opportunities to connect with fellow interns and co-workers in a casual setting.

Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s program in business with an emphasis in accounting or taxation.
• At least one accounting course in progress to be considered for the Leadership Program.
• At least one accounting course completed to receive a 2027 internship offer.
• On track to complete a minimum of three accounting courses prior to the 2027 internship program.
• Minimum GPA of 3.2, with “B” grades or above in accounting courses and a higher major GPA preferred.
• Final graduation date with CPA licensure eligibility between December 2027 and August 2028.

How To Apply
To be considered for a virtual interview, please submit the following via the job posting:
• Your resume.
• A cover letter.
• An unofficial copy of your college transcript(s).
In your cover letter, you must state your office preference for the 2027 Summer Internship (San Francisco, San Jose, or San Diego) and articulate your interest in establishing your career in accounting.

Important Notes:
• Frank, Rimerman strives to convert interns to full-time employees.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship, and FR+Co will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
• It is the company’s policy and intent to provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or medical condition as defined in state and federal laws. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.