Upstate 2027 & Summer Accounting Internship

Spring & Summer 2027 Accounting Internship Opportunities (Upstate New York)

Launch Your Public Accounting Career with The Bonadio Group. Interviews for candidates advancing to the next round will be scheduled for September 2026.

At The Bonadio Group, our internships go beyond observation. You will perform meaningful accounting work, collaborate with experienced professionals, and gain firsthand exposure to the challenges and rewards of public accounting. Working alongside Staff Accountants, Senior Accountants, Managers, Principals, and Partners, you will develop technical skills, build professional confidence, and contribute to real client engagements.

We invite you to join our team if you are looking for an internship that provides hands‑on experience, mentorship, and opportunities to grow.

• Tax Internship
• Small Business Advisory (SBA) Internship
• Assurance Internship

• Assurance Internship

Locations: Albany, Buffalo, East Aurora (Spring Only), Rochester, and Syracuse

Work Arrangement: In‑person at one of our Upstate New York offices

What You'll Do:

• Prepare individual, small business, and corporate tax returns
• Assist with tax research and planning projects
• Analyze financial information and supporting documentation
• Collaborate with experienced tax professionals on client engagements
• Learn how public accounting professionals deliver exceptional client service

Expected

Schedule:

Approximately 20–25 hours per week

What You'll Do:

• Assist with bookkeeping and accounting functions
• Support financial statement compilations
• Prepare and review client financial information
• Learn small business tax preparation processes
• Work directly with accounting professionals serving a diverse client base
• Develop an understanding of advisory services and client relationships

Expected

Schedule:

Approximately 20–25 hours per week

What You'll Do:

• Explore the audit and assurance profession through hands‑on projects and meaningful client work
• Engage in the Efficiency Center on specialized projects that showcase the industries we serve
• Support Form 990 preparation and review
• Assist with Employee Benefit Plan (EBP) engagements
• Work on Technical Accounting Standards Update (ASU) projects
• Participate in innovation initiatives focused on improving processes and client service
• Contribute to year‑end audit engagements alongside experienced assurance professionals

Expected

Schedule:

Approximately 20–25 hours per week in the Spring, approximately 36 hours per week in the Summer

• Active enrollment in an accredited bachelor’s or master’s in accounting program
• Coursework that supports progress toward the requirements for CPA eligibility
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Passion for client service and continuous learning

• Meaningful, hands‑on accounting experience
• Direct access to experienced professionals and firm leadership
• Training and mentorship programs
• Exposure to diverse industries and client engagements
• Opportunities to build your professional network
• A collaborative and inclusive culture
• A potential pathway to future internships and full‑time career opportunities

Salary: $22 per hour

Hours of Operation:

• Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
• Summer hours:
  Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and on Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.

Equal Opportunity Employer