Spring 2028 Intern (Tax & Audit) - Montana

Internship Starts: January 4, 2028
Internship Ends: April 14, 2028
Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
This role is for students currently enrolled in any university or college in the state of Montana only.

About the role

Are you curious, driven, and ready to learn by doing? Join Pinion and gain hands-on experience across tax and audit while working alongside professionals who value collaboration, growth, and making an impact.

Pinion is the nation's leading food and ag consulting and accounting firm, helping clients and communities thrive through bold thinking and innovation. We foster a collaborative, growth-oriented, and joy-filled culture where professionals are empowered to make a meaningful impact.

Pinion interns are talented students beginning their journey of discovery in a multi-service consulting firm. You will gain invaluable business exposure, applying your education to real-world scenarios. This is a paid position, where you’ll get to work with staff and leaders from all levels as you have impact right away. Interns are considered for future employment opportunities upon successful completion of the internship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Assist with financial statement preparation, audits, general accounting, and special projects.
• Apply academic knowledge to real client work while managing priorities and deadlines.
• Participate in client meetings and collaborate with professionals across multiple levels of the firm.
• Utilize technology and data tools to deliver accurate, efficient results.
• Build lasting relationships with fellow interns, mentors, and firm leaders.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Accounting (or related field) or enrolled in an Accounting certificate program.
• GPA: 3.0 or higher in major and overall.
• Available to work 24 hours per week (part-time) or 40 hours per week (full-time).
• Fully in the office.
• This role is not eligible for sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Seeking to meet CPA exam sit-eligibility requirements (bonus).

Benefits

• Hands-on experience across tax and audit.
• Meaningful work and real client exposure.
• Direct access to mentors, managers, and firm leaders invested in your growth.
• A collaborative, people-centered culture that values learning, curiosity, and connection.
• Consideration for future internship and full-time opportunities upon successful completion of your internship.

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $25 to $27 per hour.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Unofficial transcript(s)

Application Deadlines: September 13 at 11:59pm CST for Montana State University and University of Montana. September 27 at 11:59pm CST for Carroll College, Montana Technical University, and all other schools.