FORGE-Sisterson Symposium Series

Sisterson & Co. LLP • Pittsburgh, PA

5h • Onsite

About The Position

The Sisterson Symposium Series: FORGE Career Exploration Program Tuesday, June 23, 2026 Immersive event for students who will have completed their freshmen year by May 2026. Join us for FORGE (Freshmen Opportunity for Real-World Growth & Exploration) Tuesday, June 23, 2026 About the Symposium Series The Sisterson Symposium Series is our firm’s approach to connecting with high‑potential students early in their academic journey. The series creates meaningful touchpoints that encourage students to explore the profession, build confidence, and form authentic connections with our people. Through the progression of programs, the Symposium Series strengthens our campus presence, supports a long‑term talent pipeline, and reflects our commitment to developing the next generation of accounting professionals. About FORGE Real‑world exposure designed to encourage early career exploration. FORGE is designed for students who have completed their first year of college. Created for students in the early stages of career exploration, FORGE provides exposure to the public accounting profession along with valuable insight and networking opportunities directly with our tax, audit, and consulting professionals. Students are encouraged to build self-awareness and begin exploring potential career paths. The program emphasizes professional growth, communication skills, and relationship building, helping students gain clarity and confidence as they begin shaping their academic and career goals. FORGE participants will develop a stronger understanding of the profession and how their strengths may align with future opportunities at Sisterson. FORGE creates a natural pathway into the STEEL Summer Leadership Program, though participation is not required to be considered for STEEL. About Sisterson Sisterson is one of the largest certified public accounting and financial consulting firms in the Pittsburgh area. Our growth since the firm's inception in 1926 has been deliberate and steady as we offer services and staff dedicated to meet the needs of our clients. The firm presently serves hundreds of clients and takes pride in preserving a tradition that began almost one hundred years ago. Our mission is to enhance the success of our clients through our commitment, creativity, and competencies as a respected and responsive provider of value-added financial services. As a Pittsburgh-based firm, Sisterson has made a commitment to the region and its community. Our employees and partners support clients and non-clients by volunteering, participating in charity activities, attending events, as well as committee and board involvement. Sisterson employees are encouraged to participate in volunteer activities as part of the firm’s Sisterson Cares program. The firm also believes in educating and mentoring groups that are traditionally underrepresented in the accounting industry. We are proud to support the National Association of Black Accountant's annual ACAP (Accounting Career Awareness Program) and to participate in Disability Mentoring Day each year, among many other career-focused community activities in the region. FORGE may be right for you if you enjoy: building relationships at all levels a family-oriented, forward-thinking environment, ready to help you advance your career. an organization who centers their values on their clients and employees. a professional, yet business casual atmosphere where you are valued. a team-environment empowering employees to achieve professional and personal goals. engaging in the community and positively impacting the lives of others.

Requirements

• Students interested in FORGE will need to formally apply for the program with a resume and letter of interest and by completing an online application at www.sisterson.com/careers
• Upon completion of the competitive interview process, we will select qualified students.
• Admission to the program is rolling so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
• To be considered for FORGE, candidates must: hold the status of second semester freshman, at a four-year college or university by May 2026.
• declare accounting as a major or are working with faculty to declare it by no later than your sophomore year.
• currently hold at least a 3.0 overall GPA.
• have availability to attend the entire program in June (approximately 9:00 am-1:00 pm).
• have reliable transportation to and from the Pittsburgh office.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed