Career Discovery Externship Event

Overview

Are you a Sophomore, Junior or Senior exploring a future in public accounting or management consulting? Join us at Berry Dunn’s headquarters in Portland, Maine for an immersive two‑day externship designed to help you discover your path, build your network, and experience life at one of New England’s leading professional services firms.

Berry Dunn is the largest accounting firm headquartered in New England, with a 50+ year history serving clients nationwide across assurance, tax, advisory, and consulting services.

Events dates are Wednesday, May 27th, 2026 and Thursday, May 28th, 2026.

Final date to receive applications is Thursday, April 30th, 2026.

Why Attend?

• Get an insider’s view into what it’s really like to work at a top professional services firm.
• Build meaningful connections with professionals and peers.
• Clarify your interests and career goals in a supportive environment.
• Strengthen your internship readiness for upcoming recruiting seasons.

• Meet professionals across the firm through networking sessions and social events.
• Connect with team members to learn about our culture and internship programs.
• Explore career paths in Accounting and Consulting across our diverse service areas.
• Gain insight into the industries we serve and how our work impacts communities.
• Prepare for your future internship search with tips from Berry Dunn’s recruiting team.
• Make a difference through a community-based service activity.
• Accommodation will be provided to candidates on an as‑needed basis for those deemed outside a commutable distance for an overnight stay in Portland on May 27th.

Who Should Apply?

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Business, Accounting, Public Policy, Economics, Political Studies, Leadership or a related field.
• Excited to learn about public accounting and management consulting.
• Interested in pursuing a career in public accounting or management consulting.
• Positive, curious, and eager to network with professionals.

Our people are what make Berry Dunn special, and in return we strive to support our employees and help them thrive. Eligible employees have access to benefits that go beyond what’s expected to support their physical, mental, career, social, and financial well‑being. Visit our website for a complete list of benefits and a look into our culture:
Experience Berry Dunn.

We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions. Please contact  to request an accommodation.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Berry Dunn is the brand name under which Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC and BDMP Assurance, LLP, independently owned entities, provide services. Since 1974, Berry Dunn has helped businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies throughout the US and its territories solve their greatest challenges. The firm’s tax, advisory, and consulting services are provided by Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC, and its attest services are provided by BDMP Assurance, LLP, a licensed CPA firm.

Berry Dunn is a client‑centered, people‑first professional services firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people, clients, and communities. Led by CEO Sarah Belliveau, the firm has been recognized for its efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and for its focus on learning, development, and well‑being. Learn more at