Audit Intern

Job Description

2027 Spring Audit Intern | Dean Dorton

The Tone:
This is a part-time internship at Dean Dorton, located on-site in Lexington, Louisville, Ft. Wright, and Indianapolis. Dean Dorton is a leading professional services firm specializing in certified public accounting, business advisory, and technology solutions. This role is crucial for students seeking to gain real-world experience, apply their classroom education, and receive mentorship from Audit Partners, building a foundation for their professional careers in audit.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time
• Location: On-site in Lexington, Louisville, Ft. Wright, and Indianapolis
• Mission: To build practical audit experience and foundational professional skills through client work and expert guidance.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Education Application: Grow your understanding of professional accounting principles beyond academic settings.
• Client Audit Execution: Perform financial statement audits directly with clients.
• Professional Training: Engage in structured training for audit practices, accounting procedures, and relevant software.
• Mentorship and Skill Development: Receive guidance from Audit Partners to develop best practices and essential workplace skills.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Junior, Senior, or Master’s student enrolled in an accounting or business program at an accredited University or College.
• Experience: No specific prior work experience required beyond academic standing; minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Skills: Strong analytical and communication skills.