2028 Busy Season Accounting Internship, West Des Moines

BGM Group • West Des Moines, IA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

BGM is hiring accounting students for its 2028 Tax Season Internship Program in Des Moines, Iowa. The internship runs from January through mid-April 2028 and provides hands-on experience with tax and assurance work during the firm’s busiest season. Interns contribute to client engagements alongside experienced professionals and receive guidance, feedback, training, and exposure to different levels of the firm and a variety of client industries. Successful interns may be considered for future internship or full-time opportunities based on performance, career goals, and business needs.

The role is based in BGM’s Des Moines office. Interns must be able to work approximately 55 hours per week during peak periods and be permanently authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Working toward meeting the 150-credit requirement for CPA licensure.
• Generally in junior or senior year, or at similar academic standing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Able to work collaboratively and independently.
• Positive attitude, curiosity, and willingness to ask questions and learn.
• Able to work approximately 55 hours per week during peak periods.
• Able to work in the Des Moines, Iowa office throughout the internship.
• Permanently authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with customers, clients, or others in a service-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with audits, reviews, compilations, and other assurance engagements.
• Prepare individual and business tax returns alongside the tax team.
• Assist with tax research and special projects.
• Gather, organize, and analyze client information.
• Support multiple client engagements and communicate progress, questions, and findings to the team.
• Gain exposure to clients across a variety of industries.
• Build technical accounting and tax knowledge through hands-on experience and training.
• Work with professionals at different levels of the firm, including experienced accountants, managers, and partners.
• Develop communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern