Internships

Launch your career in public accounting.

Choose Your Path

Explore internship opportunities in core areas of public accounting:

Tax

Fast-paced. Team-driven. Real clients, real impact.

Jump into an accelerated experience where you'll gain hands-on knowledge during our busy season.

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Assurance

Detail-driven. Team-powered. Real audits, real accountability.

Step into an immersive experience where you'll work alongside professionals to deliver assurance services.

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Advisory

Where strategy meets impact.

From streamlining business accounting systems to guiding individuals on their financial journeys. See how we help clients grow, adapt, and thrive.

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Frequently Asked Questions

But it’s more than just a paycheck. With us you’re part of the team. You’ll receive real training, real mentorship, and real support, not just coffee runs. And if you’re crushing it? There’s a good chance it could lead to a full-time opportunity.

You’ll meet your fellow interns, start building your crew, and get plugged into a team that’s always ready to help. We’re big on mixing learning with fun, so expect a blend of structured training, real work, and a few laughs along the way.

Your first day is all about getting settled, soaking up new knowledge, and kicking off connections that could last way beyond the internship.

You don’t have to be an Accounting major to find your place here. If you're studying Finance, Business Admin, Econ, Info Systems, or anything related, and you're curious about public accounting, we want you in the mix.
If you’ve got the interest and some relevant coursework, there’s room for you to grow here.

You’ll get hands-on experience, real mentorship, and be part of a team that values collaboration across all levels. At Saltmarsh, interns work directly with professionals from staff to partners, gaining exposure and insight that helps shape their career paths.

You’ll learn by doing, get support from people who genuinely care, and jump into team traditions like weekly games and the Tax Olympics (yes, it’s a thing). It’s a place where work feels more like community, and where your contributions truly matter.

Ultimately, we offer depth, connection, and a culture built around your growth. Many interns walk away not just with skills, but with lasting relationships and a clear sense of direction.

Interning with us is more than just a seasonal opportunity; it’s a stepping stone to a full-time career. Interns gain practical experience by applying foundational knowledge in real-world scenarios, and we ensure that what you learn is directly relevant to the work you'll do as a full-time employee. Many interns find that the skills and confidence they build during their internship make the transition to full-time seamless.

What You'll Experience

1:1 Mentorship

Where questions are always welcomed and support is consistently available.

Lean In To Growth

Continuous career development through mentoring programs and coaching.

College Credit

May qualify for college credit depending on your school’s requirements.

Collaboration

Opportunities to interact with clients, firm leadership and community partners.

Flexibility

Work around 20 hours per week while balancing college coursework.

Keep Things Fun

Our work can be serious, but we make time to unwind through monthly socials and community outreach.

Your Career Journey

We're passionate about investing in future accounting and business professionals. Our internship and campus recruiting programs are designed to help students explore careers in tax, assurance, and advisory services while building meaningful connections and gaining hands-on experience.

How We Engage with Students

Campus Visits & Career Fairs: Meet our team at university events and discover what makes Saltmarsh's culture unique.
In-Office Events: Attend our Beacon Leadership Program or Open House events to experience our culture firsthand, meet our team, and explore career opportunities in a more immersive setting.
University Partnerships: We collaborate with accounting and business student organizations to share opportunities and support student growth.

Ready to Apply?

Click below or apply through Handshake.
Submit your resume and any additional required documents.
If selected, our recruiting team will reach out to schedule an interview.

We're excited to meet students who are curious, collaborative, and ready to grow. This is a community where your career can thrive.

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Firm Fast Facts

Saltmarsh Way

For generations, our mission and core values have defined our firm, but what do they look like in practice? The "Saltmarsh Way" provides the answer, with 33 fundamentals outlining how we work with our clients, strategic partners and each other. They describe our firm’s unique culture.

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D&I Pledge

We aim to ensure inclusion is core to our firm’s culture and that every member of our team feels comfortable to bring their best, most authentic self to work every single day. We believe diversity helps us join hands with all communities so we can better serve one another and grow together.

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Our Story

We are one of the largest full-service accounting and advisory firms in the Southeast, offering deep expertise and specialized consulting services for numerous industries and high-net-worth individuals, with an investment management affiliate, Saltmarsh Financial Advisors.

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"I enjoyed getting to know my coworkers at Saltmarsh and developing a little community amongst the other interns. There was always someone there to answer our questions promptly, which really elevated our learning experience."

Silvia Cannarella, Staff Accountant

"When I decided where to intern, Saltmarsh immediately stood out because of the people. In accounting, the work itself doesn't change much from firm to firm, but the culture and the coworkers you surround yourself with make all the difference. I found that at Saltmarsh."

Ellie Cotton, Staff Accountant

"We got into teams during tax season and played games every week to accumulate team points for a prize at the end of tax season. I believe the teams made interacting with my peers and partners so much easier. And everyone, from interns to partners, were on teams together, so that made it easier to approach."

Brian Brown, Staff Accountant

Let's Talk!

Contact Jayme Terrell at jayme.terrell@saltmarshcpa.com or call (800) 477-7458.

Stay Connected!

Have Questions? Contact Maddie McGillis, Talent Acquisition Coordinator, at maddie.mcgillis@saltmarshadvisors.com or call (800) 477-7458.

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