INTERNSHIP DETAILS

2027 Spring Tax Intern

CompanyDean Dorton
LocationLouisville
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 10, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will prepare individual and business tax returns while participating in comprehensive tax, accounting, and software training. They will also engage in mentorship with Tax Managers and Directors to develop professional best practices.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
607
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
20 hours
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About The Company
Dean Dorton provides an integrated suite of audit, tax, business management, consulting, and technology solutions. The firm helps clients strategize, adapt, and change in every stage of business, from startup to growth and proper succession planning. Dean Dorton emphasizes smart technology, leading a cloud revolution of financial, operational, and compliance tools that are transforming the way companies do business. Dean Dorton is named a “Top 200 Firm” along with “Top Firm in the Southeast” and “Beyond the Top 100: Firms to Watch” list by Accounting Today 2021 and listed by Forbes as one of America’s Top Recommended Firms for Tax and Accounting services in the United States in 2019. For more information, visit www.deandorton.com or follow @DeanDorton on Twitter. Some of the industries we provide services to: Construction Energy and Natural Resources Equine Healthcare Higher Education Manufacturing and Distribution Nonprofit and Government Real Estate Some services we provide: Outsourced Accounting and Financial Services Audit and Assurance Business Valuation Cost Segregation Cybersecurity Financial Reporting and Management Internal Audit International Tax Litigation Support and Forensic Accounting including Expert Witness Services Tax Transaction Advisory Services Technology Wealth and Estate Planning
About the Role

At its core, this experience is about YOU!

 

Dean Dorton has built an internship program that help you build the experience YOU want. We believe that exploring your passions early will give you the tools to achieve your professional goals.

 

What’s in it for You?

  • Learning with experts who care about you and your internship
  • Experience beyond the textbook
  • Credit hours, with university approval
  • Market-leading pay + other perks
  • Life-long connections
  • And, a stepping stone to a career with guidance from the best in the field

Our interns gain real-world experience!

  • Building and expanding on your classroom education
  • Preparing individual and business tax returns
  • Participating in tax, accounting, and software training
  • Mentoring with Tax Managers and Directors to learn best practices and workplace skills

 

The Details

  • January 4 – April 15
  • Minimum 20 hours per week
  • On-site
  • Available in Lexington, Louisville, Ft. Wright, and Raleigh

Qualifications

  • Junior or Senior enrolled in an accounting or business program at an accredited University or College
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Strong analytical and communication skills

We encourage you to apply early. Applications close on October 2nd, 2026. 

 

Dean Dorton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re committed to growing and empowering an inclusive community within Dean Dorton and our industry which is why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of the best and brightest from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Key Skills
Tax preparationAccountingAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsSoftware trainingBusiness tax returnsIndividual tax returns
Categories
Finance & AccountingConsulting
Benefits
Market-leading payMentorshipProfessional developmentNetworking opportunities