Spring Intern

Job Description

About Doeren Mayhew

Doeren Mayhew is a $235 million tax, assurance, and advisory firm headquartered in Troy, Michigan, boasting 18 offices across the country and abroad. Established in 1932, the firm is recognized as the 46th largest CPA firm in the U.S. and is positioned for substantial future growth. Consistently named among the 50 best-managed firms in the nation, Doeren Mayhew offers an exceptional environment for those seeking to join a rising and highly reputable organization.

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Spring Internship Program 2027

Doeren Mayhew offers immersive spring internship opportunities designed to provide a firsthand look into a rewarding public accounting career.

Internship Dates:
• January 4, 2027, until no later than April 15, 2027.

Work Schedule:
• Interns typically work 40-55 hours per week, including Saturdays.
• The firm is open to part-time internships depending on office location and service group.

Service Groups:
Interns can select an opportunity from one of four (4) specialized service groups during the initial interview process:

1. Corporate Audit Intern
2. Financial Institutions Group (FIG) Audit Intern
3. Domestic Tax Intern
4. International Tax Intern

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Internship Opportunities

1. Corporate Audit Intern

As a Corporate Audit Intern, you will participate in a comprehensive hands-on training program during the first two weeks, covering audit software utilization and foundational audit procedures. You will work closely with seasoned audit professionals, including shareholders, gaining experiences and responsibilities akin to those of a first-year audit associate.

Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with numerous engagement teams, including Shareholders, Managers, Associates, and other interns, to complete audits, reviews, and compilations for diverse clients.
• Gain exposure to 8-12 client engagements across various industries such as manufacturing, construction, non-profit, auto dealership, retail, hospitality, and more.
• Travel to client sites to perform audit engagements.
• Compile and analyze financial information.
• Test and document business transactions.
• Prepare and review financial statements.

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2. Financial Institutions Group (FIG) Audit Intern

Doeren Mayhew is proudly ranked by Callahan & Associates as the #1 credit union auditing firm in the nation. As a FIG Audit Intern, you will have the unique opportunity to specialize in auditing financial institutions. A hands-on training program during the first week will equip you with audit software skills and an understanding of audit procedures, under the guidance of experienced professionals and shareholders. Your role will mirror that of a first-year audit associate, offering a realistic view of public accounting.

Responsibilities:
• Work on numerous engagement teams with Shareholders, Managers, Associates, and other interns to complete audits, reviews, and compilations specifically for financial institution clients.
• Gain exposure to 8-12 financial institution client engagements, including credit unions and community banks.
• Travel to client sites to perform audit engagements.
• Compile and analyze financial information.
• Test and document business transactions.
• Prepare and review financial statements.

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3. Domestic Tax Intern

As a Domestic Tax Intern, you will undergo a hands-on training program during the first two weeks focused on tax software, tax procedures, and direct collaboration with experienced tax professionals, including shareholders. Your responsibilities and experiences will be comparable to those of a first-year tax associate, providing valuable insight into a tax career.

Responsibilities:
• Work with a variety of tax Shareholders, Managers, Associates, and other interns on an array of tax returns.
• Assist with the preparation of corporate and individual tax returns, including personal property, partnerships, C-Corp, and S-Corp returns.
• Gain exposure to tax returns in a variety of industries such as manufacturing, construction, non-profit, auto dealership, retail, restaurant, and more.
• Conduct tax research and work on tax projections using information compiled by audit staff or provided by clients.

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4. International Tax Intern

As an International Tax Intern, you will engage in a hands-on training program during the first two weeks, learning tax software programs, understanding international tax procedures, and working closely with seasoned international tax professionals, including shareholders. Your responsibilities and experiences will be similar to those of our first-year tax associates.

Responsibilities:
• Work with a variety of Shareholders, Managers, Associates, and other interns on an array of international tax returns.
• Assist with the preparation of foreign disclosures and corporate returns for inbound and outbound companies.
• Assist with individual tax returns and foreign disclosures for cross-border employees.
• Conduct research and engage in ongoing collaboration with the international tax team members.
• Work on a variety of industries and a wide range of projects outside of standard tax preparation.

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Qualifications for All Opportunities

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting.
• Completion of at least one intermediate accounting course by winter 2026 is preferred.
• A minimum 3.0 GPA (cumulative and in accounting major).
• Ability to take off winter semester classes (January through mid-April) and work 40+ hours per week is preferred.
• Work experience (related or unrelated to accounting) is preferred.
• Strong drive and motivation to pursue a career in public accounting.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to take initiative via work experience and/or extracurricular activities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven time management skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• High degree of curiosity, willingness to learn, and enthusiasm.

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Doeren Mayhew is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or any other status protected by law.

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Firm Structure Disclaimer

“Doeren Mayhew” is the brand name under which Doeren Mayhew Assurance and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities provide professional services. Doeren Mayhew Assurance and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC (and its subsidiary entities) practice as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Doeren Mayhew Assurance is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business consulting services to their clients. Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.