Private Client Services; PCS Winter Internship - Hartford, CT

Private Client Services (PCS) Winter 2027 Internship – Hartford, CT

Are you an accounting student looking to launch your career with hands‑on experience at a top professional services firm? Cohn Reznick is seeking motivated, high‑achieving college students who are passionate about Accounting and eager to take on new challenges. If you thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy working with diverse teams, and want to make a real impact, we want you here!

• Engagement Team:
  You will work closely on a team made up of other Interns, Associates, Senior Associates, Managers, Senior Managers, and Partners.
• Industries:
  We serve a variety of clients across industries, including Consumer & Industrial, Financial Sponsors & Financial Services, Life Sciences & Healthcare, Public Sector, Real Estate, Renewable Energy, Technology & Media, and Private Client Services (varies by office).
• Office:
  Enjoy a modern office environment designed for your success—featuring amenities and collaborative spaces where you can connect, learn, and grow alongside fellow interns and professionals.
• Performance Coach:
  Will meet with you to establish goals, provide feedback and support to guide you along your career path of choice; many of our current Managers and Partners were once CR Interns themselves.
• CR Friend: A designated peer who will be your go‑to person as you get started, answer your questions, and help you feel at home from day one.

At Cohn Reznick, you’ll join a team committed to helping you grow professionally, offering opportunities to build skills, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact throughout your career journey.

As a PCS Winter Intern, you’ll gain hands‑on experience with current tax laws and procedures while working on real client engagements and auditing practices. You’ll collaborate with experienced professionals, work across diverse industries, and accelerate your growth through mentorship.

• Work on a variety of client deliverables including preparation of tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and corporate tax returns.
• Identify potential tax issues and prepare tax adjusting entries and tax trial balances based on audited or client‑provided trial balances.
• Assist the team with daily client workflow.
• Work on all aspects of an audit engagement including cash, bank reconciliations, accounts payable, searching for unrecorded liabilities, maintaining confirmation logs, and preparing audit work papers.
• Assist with audits, reviews, compilations, and accounting services.
• Take part in resolving audit issues by obtaining evidence and making inquiries of clients while assisting the team with daily client workflow.

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• On track to complete 150 credit hours (May 2028– September 2029) for CPA eligibility.
• Minimum 3.2 GPA in both your major and overall.
• Must have successfully completed Intermediate Accounting with a grade of B or higher.
• Leadership experience in student groups, activities, or team projects.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills and demonstrate sharp critical thinking.
• Comfortable navigating fast‑paced environments and embracing change.
• Must have advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and eager to learn new technologies.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

In Connecticut, the salary for a PCS Intern is $34 per hour. Salary is one component of the Cohn Reznick total rewards package, which includes access to best‑in‑class learning and development platforms.

“Cohn Reznick” is the brand name under which Cohn Reznick LLP and Cohn Reznick Advisory LLC and their respective subsidiaries provide professional services. Cohn Reznick LLP and Cohn Reznick Advisory LLC (and their respective subsidiaries) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Cohn Reznick LLP is a licensed CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients.

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