Intern – Audit and Tax

Job Description

Intern Audit Winter 2028 | Minneapolis | Forvis Mazars US

The Tone:
This is an internship at Forvis Mazars, located in Minneapolis, MN. Forvis Mazars is ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, with over 7,000 team members delivering assurance, tax, and consulting services across all 50 states and internationally. This internship offers valuable experience to help students decide whether a career in audit or tax within public accounting is the right path, providing exposure to client engagements and direct mentorship from senior staff and management personnel. Interns contribute to the firm’s shared promise of creating extraordinary client experiences and a supportive workplace.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time or Full-time, Seasonal (early-January through April 15th)
• Location: In-person – Minneapolis, MN
• Pay: $30 hourly
• Mission: This intern will contribute to client engagements by performing audit testing, reconciling financial data, and assisting in the drafting of audit reports to help clients achieve their financial objectives.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Audit Testing: Complete audit testing procedures on various financial statement accounts, including cash, accounts payable, or fixed assets.
• Financial Analysis: Work collaboratively with client personnel to reconcile account differences and thoroughly analyze financial data.
• Report Drafting: Assist in drafting management letter comments and contributing to the preparation of the final audit report.
• Client Interaction: Participate in client meetings, working alongside Forvis Mazars partners and managers to gain direct client exposure.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Must be working toward CPA Exam eligibility, with satisfactory academic performance in major-related coursework, and maintain a minimum cumulative overall GPA of 3.0. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Experience: No specific prior work experience is required, as this is an internship designed for gaining initial professional experience in public accounting.
• Skills: Solid technical accounting knowledge; effective time management; strong oral and written communication skills; close attention to detail.
• Bonus: Strong computer skills, including proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite; demonstrated ability to work well with a team as well as independently; a proactive problem-solving attitude; willingness to take initiative; ability to work under pressure and against deadlines; reliable transportation to and from the assigned office and for attending off-site meetings and events in person.