Accounting Internship – Accounting

Job Description

Internship – Accounting | Winter 2026 | LP Insurance Services

The Tone:
This is an internship at LP Insurance Services, located in Reno, NV. LP Insurance Services is an established and growing insurance brokerage firm with a significant presence across Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, and Oregon. The company prides itself on being an industry leader, committed to building teams grounded in genuine knowledge, teamwork, and professionalism. This internship plays a key role in the company’s mission to contribute to local communities and foster professional growth, specifically by introducing students to the substantial career opportunities within the insurance and accounting sectors. The role is important as it provides hands-on experience and an introductory understanding of an insurance brokerage’s operations and the specific functions of its accounting department. LP Insurance Services emphasizes investing in its employees, clients, and communities, believing that the success and development of its employees are integral to the company’s overall success.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary
• Location: In-person, Reno, NV
• Pay: $17 hourly
• Team: Accounting department
• Mission: Support the accounting department’s day-to-day operations and administrative needs while gaining introductory industry understanding within a 12-week program.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Understand Company Operations: Gain an introductory understanding of the overall operations and business model of an insurance brokerage company.
• Explore Accounting Processes: Focus specifically on the accounting department to learn its day-to-day operational processes and procedures.
• Identify Departmental Roles: Become familiar with the various roles and responsibilities held by professionals within the accounting department.
• Offer Administrative Assistance: Provide essential support with administrative tasks, ongoing projects, and other duties as needed within the accounting department.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level position for a student currently working toward a Bachelor’s degree or holding a Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience: No specific years of experience required, but proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is necessary.
• Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills, strong organization, attention to detail, time management skills, excellent relationship building skills, problem-solving abilities, and analytical skills.