Pursue an Accounting Internship with BWK
August 11, 2023 | Barton Walter and KrierWhen it comes to your career, a major course of study can get your foot in the job market door. However, the team at Barton, Walter & Krier is here to help get you even further. Learn and gain public accounting experience from some of the best in the business. Keep reading to find out why it makes sense to pursue an accounting internship with BWK.
Learn from the Best
The CPAs, tax professionals, and business consultants at BWK come from very diverse backgrounds. With that collective knowledge and experience, BWK provides clients with the finest service and most innovative financial solutions. And that level of expertise allows our interns to truly learn from the best.
Through our internship program, you’ll get a first-hand account of what it’s like to be part of a thriving firm, taking on a variety of real-world responsibilities. Interns work alongside our team to develop healthy client relationships, understand processes, and complete tasks accurately and efficiently.
Most of our interns have gone on to secure full-time employment with BWK. The goal is to offer a thorough and supportive experience to help transform accounting students into successful CPAs/Accountants.
Gain Experience
If practice makes perfect, then an internship is one of the best ways to prepare. Through hands-on, active learning, BWK interns gain valuable experience both personally and professionally.
An internship allows you to explore the different avenues of tax, attest, and transaction advisory services. You’ll gain perspective on the issues and challenges you may face in certain areas of your future career. This can help you better pinpoint a career path upon graduation and provide the real-world qualifications necessary to ace that interview and land your ideal job.
Take Advantage of Networking Opportunities
Another benefit to interning at BWK is the opportunity to network within the industry.
Many times, who you know can help get you recognized, remembered, or connected to the right people. You’ll meet and likely work with others across different departments and at various stages of their careers. Get a bit of an edge by talking with and asking questions of current CPAs and business consultants. The advice and wisdom they provide can be beneficial as you begin your career.
Strengthen Soft Skills
An accounting internship also helps identify potential obstacles or areas for improvement. You’ll get an idea of abilities to strengthen before heading into the job market.
With a range of experience, you can hone specific skills to balance out your professional capabilities. Continue to challenge yourself with more and more difficult tasks. This may feel uncomfortable at first, but it’s a good way to grow. As you build your skillset, you’ll also develop an unwavering confidence to help you thrive in any working environment.
Pursue an Internship
When you pursue an accounting internship with BWK, you set yourself up for a promising career. Our internships will help you explore different avenues of the industry, make valuable connections, sharpen your skills, and build up credentials. Apply today and let our experienced team of CPAs and business advisors help prepare you for a successful career in accounting. Contact us with questions or to learn more.