Student Opportunities with THF

Explore Internships, Leadership Programs, and Career Opportunities with One of Florida’s Top CPA Firms

Why Start Your Career at THF?

At Thomas Howell Ferguson (THF), we know your journey into public accounting is more than just a job—it’s about discovering your passion, building real-world skills, and connecting with professionals who care about your future. Whether you’re still deciding between audit and tax or you’re ready to dive into your first internship, we’ve created opportunities designed to help you thrive.

Summer Leadership Program (SLP)

Get a Behind-the-Scenes Look at the CPA Life

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“I really enjoyed the SLP because seeing people actually work on the things that I am learning in school helps it seem less intimidating to go out into the workplace. It also helped me gain an insider view on an actual accounting firm, which is much different than I imagined it would be.”

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“The SLP was very fun, and I feel like I learned a lot about both the firm and about public accounting, in general. In a way, it answered a lot of questions that I didn’t even know how to ask. The shadowing and the guest speakers were my favorite activities.”

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“I really enjoyed shadowing both tax and audit. Getting a small glimpse into what work actually looks like for both tax and audit was very interesting and helpful. Also, seeing the things that I have been learning in class being used in the ‘real world’ was very encouraging and cool to see.”

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“I really enjoyed the way the SLP was executed. My favorite part was doing the personality test and understanding the strengths and weaknesses of each personality. I also thought the audit/tax shadow session was really helpful. It gave me an insight into the day-to-day of someone in each department which was very interesting.”

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“I had an amazing experience at SLP, and it answered so many questions that I had about accounting and the difference between audit and tax. I am so thankful for this opportunity."

What You’ll Do:

• Participate in audit and tax shadowing opportunities
• Participate in fun team-building and networking activities
• Get insights from professionals and THF leaders
• Attend development sessions led by shareholders and other professionals
• Discover our firm’s vibrant culture

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a student majoring in Accounting
• Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Plans to pursue a career in public accounting
• Candidates are eligible to join the program during the summers before their junior or senior years
  

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Summer Accounting Internships

Real Work. Real Clients. Real Growth.

Whether you’re exploring your path or know exactly where you’re headed, our paid internships are designed to offer hands-on experience and mentorship in a dynamic public accounting firm.

Your internship experience will allow you the opportunity to:

• Practice your critical thinking and develop your creative skills
• Undergo training to identify and resolve issues
• Receive mentoring from our tax and audit professionals
• Participate in professional development opportunities
• Work closely with all levels of our tax and audit professionals
• Visit client sites and learn more about fostering client relationships
• Receive hands-on technical training and experience

Choose the internship that fits your goals:

10-Week Divided Internship Program

Not sure if audit or tax is for you? No problem. This internship splits your time evenly between both departments, giving you practical experience in each.

The Divided Internship program provides real-world training, hands-on experience, and professional development in both Audit services AND Tax services. The program consists of 5 weeks working in the Audit Department and 5 weeks working in the Tax Department. This program is ideal for a student who is still undecided about their future career path in either audit or tax. The student will receive real-world training, hands-on experience, and professional development in both service areas, giving them the unique opportunity to work in both Audit and Tax during one internship experience.

10-Week Concentrated Internship Program

If you’re ready to specialize, this focused internship allows you to dig deep into either audit or tax—perfect for students with a set career goal.

The Concentrated Internship Program provides real-world training, hands-on experience, and professional development in the area of your desired specialty in either Audit services OR Tax services. This program is ideal for a student who is definitive about their future career path in one of these service areas. During the concentrated experience, the intern will have an immersive professional experience fully dedicated to their specialty of choice in either the Audit Department or the Tax Department.

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“The experience I received here completely blew my expectations out of the water, and I could not be more grateful to have had this chance. I believe I have grown immensely in both the professional and personal aspects of my life, and no matter where my career takes me, my internship at THF has and will continue to serve as an irreplaceable foundation for my future.”

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“I learned a great deal and gained significant experience in each department. It was my first time in an audit or tax environment. I learned so much about the preparation in both audit and tax.”

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“The professional development sessions were beneficial. They added more depth to the program by giving us insight into how to grow professionally, outside of gaining technical accounting knowledge.”

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“I loved every minute I was here. I honestly had so much fun getting to know the team. They made me feel included, which I appreciated so much. I was nervous coming into my first professional setting, and they improved my experience. The amount of work I had was great. It taught me how to perform efficiently and how to communicate effectively. I honestly cannot express what a great opportunity this has been. I am so thankful to everyone at THF for making this experience amazing.”

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“The thing I like most about this experience was the freedom and the amount of work I was given. I basically had the ball in my court at all times, and it taught me a lot about time management and the accounting process.”

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“The internship was a fantastic opportunity and experience for me. I recommend it to anyone interested in a career in public accounting.”

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“The internship experience is very well structured and provided me with countless opportunities to learn and develop my skills. I enjoyed the work I was doing and the people I was doing it with, which ultimately makes for a great work environment.”

Intern Perks:

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a student majoring in Accounting
• Must have a competitive GPA
• Plans to pursue a career in public accounting
• Ideal candidates will have completed their junior year prior to the start the start of the Summer Internship Program

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Full-Time Employment Opportunities

Let’s Get in Touch

Whether you’re interested in an internship, our Summer Leadership Program, or a full-time accounting career, we’d love to hear from you.

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📧 Or just email us at recruiter@thf-cpa.com