College Students

Internships

Are you looking for the right intern experience that will prepare you for the real world? Then congratulations on finding Bell & Company, PA!

As an intern you will gain real world experience working with employees at all levels within our organization and learning from their experience while developing your skillset. Our goal for a successful internship is three-fold:

  • Provide clarity about your chosen career field;

  • Broaden your knowledge base with the training and work you will perform; and

  • Provide an experience you would recommend and/or want to return to.

Interns will gain experience working with firm software to produce work product from bookkeeping to tax returns while working in a supportive environment fostering learning opportunities. They will learn the practical application of what you’ve learned in college coursework and have exposure to client work you may not have even learned about yet.

Internship Opportunities

Our internship opportunities may be in the Spring, Summer or Fall of 2025 and are paid. Generally, Spring and Fall internships are part time and Summer internships are full time. All internships are in office. No remote opportunities.

FAQs

    • Our internship program is designed to start while you're still in school, preparing you to become a staff accountant after graduation.

    • Spring and Fall internships are part-time, and the Fall Internship is a 36-hour schedule.

  • Interns work a minimum of 20 hours a week, in blocks of at least 4 hours.

  • Every day is different! You might work on payroll, sales tax, bookkeeping, or tax returns all in the same day. You'll have client contact and meetings early in your experience, and you'll use tools like Excel, tax software, QuickBooks, Adobe, fixed asset software, and financial statement prep software.

  • No. We are more interested in candidates who have real-life accounting experience.

  • We hire at various times throughout the year and try to avoid hiring during the middle of tax season.

  • We foster a collaborative, supportive, and fun environment with a strong sense of community, both within the firm and in our client relationships.

  • Yes! We provide:

    • Study materials and mental support

    • Access to recent CPAs who can help with study plans

    • Paid days off to take the exam (does not count toward PTO)

    • Bonus incentives for passing all four parts within two years

    • One-time reimbursement for each exam section

    • Licensing fee coverage

    • Pay increase upon passing

Coming to a Campus Near You

Bell & Company is excited to connect with talented students and future accounting professionals at the upcoming Meet The Firms events across the state. These events are a fantastic opportunity for you to learn more about our firm, explore career opportunities, and meet our team. We’ll be at various locations, ready to discuss how you can start your career journey with us and what makes Bell & Company a great place to work. Mark your calendars and come visit us to discover how our commitment to personal growth, professional development, and community impact can shape your future. We look forward to meeting you and exploring the possibilities together!

Harding University - September 05, 2024

Hendrix College - September 12, 2024

Southern Arkansas University - September 16, 2024 | 10:00 - 1:00 | Grand Hall

College of the Ozarks - Sept 17, 2024

University of Central Arkansas - September 18, 2024

University of Arkansas at Little Rock - September 19, 2024 | 4:00 - 6:00 | Reynolds School of Business, Atrium

University of Central Arkansas Fort Smith - September 24, 2024 | 3:30-5:00 | Reynolds Room

Arkansas Tech University - September 24, 2024 | 6:00

Arkansas State University - September 26, 2024 | 4:00 - 6:00 | Centennial Hall

Ouachita Baptist University - October 31, 2024