Spring 2028 Tax Internship | Gulf Coast Offices

Warren Averett is seeking driven and enthusiastic college students for its internship program. As an intern, you'll need to have completed introductory coursework in accounting, including tax and audit courses, possess a strong desire to pursue a career in public accounting, and be able to work full-time for 40 hours per week.

Why Intern at Warren Averett?

Apart from gaining valuable professional skills that will help you in your future career, Warren Averett also helps its interns build the relationships necessary to succeed. The firm has been recognized on Forbes' Best lists for America's Best Tax Firms and America's Best Accounting Firms and has repeatedly been named a Best Place to Work in several of its offices. We strive to foster a strong camaraderie and provide a positive workplace culture where our interns can grow and thrive professionally and personally.

Available Locations

This internship opportunity is available in the following Gulf Coast offices:

• Daphne, AL
• Pensacola, FL
• Panama City, FL
• Fort Walton Beach, FL
• Destin, FL

Please indicate your preferred office location(s) within your resume or cover letter. While every effort will be made to place interns in their preferred office, placement is based on office needs and position availability.

Responsibilities

As an intern at Warren Averett, you'll be responsible for building and maintaining solid relationships with the firm's clients and team members, networking with current CPAs, and honing your skills in preparation for a future public accounting career. Interning with the firm will help you gain the following:

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
• Beginning knowledge of Federal and state income tax laws and regulations and the ability to begin preparation of tax returns
• An awareness of current trends in the accounting profession
• The ability to communicate, both verbally and written, clearly and effectively
• Professional appearance in attitude, dress, poise, and conduct
• A strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task
• Develop proficiency in the use of software utilized by the Firm
• Strong personal time management skills

Job Duties

Your job duties as an intern will include: 

• Preparing federal and state tax returns for clients - including individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, estates, trusts, and private foundations
• Participate in communication with clients and government entities regarding tax compliance
• Prepare and update client depreciation and amortization schedules
• Assist team members with other duties as assigned

Requirements

To be considered for this internship, you must:

• Be in pursuit of a bachelor's degree in accounting
• Have a desire to obtain the schooling required to take the uniformed CPA exam and have the necessary hours to be awarded the CPA license
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills in working with other staff and clients