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Step 1
Decide if this must be a paid internship or if you are flexible enough to take an unpaid internship opportunity.
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Step 2
Determine with your adviser if you are ready to search for an internship. Many schools do not allow students who have a low grade point average or lack the appropriate credits to pursue an accounting internship.
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Step 3
Join Beta Alpha Psi, the National Accounting Fraternity, if possible. The group is often aware of current internships and the alumni of the fraternity usually hire their "own."
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Step 4
Build a resume. The alumni association, career center or library will most likely have sample resumes for you to model yours after.
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Step 5
Visit your college's career services and internship programs office. Also, make sure to go to all the career sessions and career fairs for accounting majors. Introduce yourself to potential employers by handing out business cards and resumes.
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Step 6
Talk with your adviser and accounting teachers. They may know of a business that meets your needs and that is looking for an intern.
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Step 7
Network with current and former employers.
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Step 8
Search "accounting intern" and "accounting internships" under job databases.
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Step 1
Dress appropriately for the interview. This is the real world. Most businesses, especially accounting firms, are very formal.
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Step 2
Be on time. Being late for an interview is unacceptable.
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Step 3
Send a thank you email or letter after the interview.
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Step 4
Request the details of the internship in writing once you receive an offer.
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Step 5
Go to your adviser immediately to verify that this in a qualified internship that meets the school's requirements.
