Intern – Corporate Audit, Domestic Tax

Job Description

2027 Spring Internship | Doeren Mayhew

The Tone:
This is a temporary internship at Doeren Mayhew, a leading CPA and advisory firm. As the 36th largest firm in its industry, Doeren Mayhew provides students with invaluable real-world accounting experience through hands-on opportunities. This role is crucial for students seeking to gain practical skills, work alongside seasoned professionals, and explore a rewarding career in public accounting before graduation.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time, Temporary (January 2027 – April 16, 2027; typically 40+ hours/week)
• Location: In-person (client travel required for some roles)
• Team: Corporate Audit or Domestic Tax service groups, working with Principals, Managers, Associates, and other interns.
• Mission: Gain real-world accounting experience and firsthand insight into a public accounting career by challenging accounting and business norms alongside seasoned professionals.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Work collaboratively with engagement teams or tax professionals, including Principals, Managers, and Associates, on various client projects.
• Gain exposure to numerous client engagements across diverse industries such as manufacturing, construction, non-profit, auto dealership, retail, and hospitality.
• Perform core accounting tasks including compiling and analyzing financial information, testing and documenting business transactions, or assisting with tax return preparation.
• Develop an understanding of audit or tax procedures and utilize specialized software programs through a hands-on training program during the first two weeks.
• Prepare or review financial statements, conduct tax research, work on tax projections, and travel to client sites as required for engagements.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level, pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting.
• Experience: Not explicitly stated years.
• Skills:
* 3.0 GPA (cumulative and in accounting major).
* Strong drive, motivation, and curiosity to pursue a career in public accounting.
* Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to take initiative.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Proven time management skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Bonus:
* Completion of at least one intermediate accounting course by Spring 2027.
* Work experience (related or unrelated to accounting).
* Ability to work 25-40+ hours per week.