Tax / Audit Intern - Winter 2028 - Southern MN

About the role

CLA exemplifies the values of curious, collaborative, transparent, inclusive, and reliable. The Mankato, Rochester, Owatonna, Austin, and New Ulm offices are seeking full‑time Tax/Audit Interns who can commit to 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other types of tax returns.
• Performs audit, review, compilation, and other assurance services.
• Gains experience, exposure, and knowledge of procedures, workpapers and systems.
• Supports multiple client engagements on time and within budget, identifying issues and communicating progress.
• Expands industry knowledge through greater exposure to peers, clients, and formal training opportunities.
• Completes research and special projects as needed.
• Communicates effectively with clients and CLA team members on a regular basis.

Requirements

• Working toward a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field – Accounting or Finance degree strongly preferred.
• Meeting credit requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam per state requirements.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and reporting of financial data.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows and Office products.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Additional wellness programs supporting physical, financial, social, and emotional well‑being.

Pay

The compensation range for this position in Minnesota is $27.00 – $31.00 per hour, reflecting CLA’s competitive wages and investment in employee growth.

Schedule

Full‑time internship requiring a commitment of 40 hours per week.