High School Internship Program

Gain hands-on experience and expand your career horizons.

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Ready to build the future?

In a world accelerating toward automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital transformation, one thing matters more than ever: Human brilliance.

At CLA, we believe technology will transform the future, but people will define it. We believe in opportunity. We believe in potential. And most importantly, we believe in you. You are early talent. You are future advisors. You are lifelong learners. You are possibility in motion.

The CLA high school internship team is cheering you on every step of the way!

We’re building the future with you in mind

While our profession continues to evolve, our commitment remains the same: Open doors earlier, invest in potential sooner, and turn curiosity into capability.

Each June across CLA offices, students step into real work, real mentorship, and real opportunity. As an intern, you will experience what it means to support the heartbeat of our economy: The businesses, families, and communities keeping our country moving.

YOUR FUTURE STARTS HERE

Taking your first step forward

Keep visiting this page to learn more about upcoming opportunities with the CLA High School Internship Program.

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TESTIMONIALS

Take their word for it

  • It was fun, everyone was welcoming — an overall great experience. It’s the best job I've had.
    Varsha, 2023 high school intern, CLA Baltimore
  • This internship is prestigious and highly educational — an amazing way to get hands-on experience before you start a full-time career.
    Daniel, 2023 high school intern, CLA Chicago
  • I thoroughly enjoyed the internship! I got to meet so many interesting people, and my eyes were opened to all the possibilities accounting can hold.
    Nikki, 2023 high school intern, CLA Philadelphia
  • I loved the atmosphere at CLA and would definitely recommend working with or at CLA!
    Alaina, 2023 high school intern, CLA Toledo
  • It was fun, inclusive, and informative —a good introduction to the accounting field.
    Kristianos, 2023 high school intern, CLA Baltimore

Apply now to take the first step toward your inspired career

  • Baltimore – Timonium, MD: No longer accepting applications
  • Charlotte, NC: No longer accepting applications
  • Cedar Rapids, IA: No longer accepting applications
  • Des Moines, IA: No longer accepting applications
  • Indianapolis, IN: No longer accepting applications
  • Irvine, CA: No longer accepting applications
  • King of Prussia, PA: No longer accepting applications
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  • New York City, NY: No longer accepting applications
  • Oak Brook, IL: No longer accepting applications
  • Quincy, MA: No longer accepting applications
  • Sacramento, CA: No longer accepting applications
  • Seattle – Bellevue, WA: No longer accepting applications
  • Tampa, FL: No longer accepting applications
  • Tempe, AZ: No longer accepting applications

Take the first step toward your inspired career

Thank you for your interest in our High School Internship Program. Whether you're a student, parent, or teacher, we'd love to invite you to join our talent community. It's a great way for us to stay connected and share news about future CLA high school events and opportunities.

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Questions?

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