Summer 2024 Accounting Externship

Summer 2024 Accounting Externship
Date: Thursday, June 13 or Thursday, August 8
Location: Downtown Austin, TX
Remote Eligible: No

Note: This is an unpaid one-day experiential learning opportunity.

Who We Are
Maxwell Locke & Ritter LLP is the largest locally owned accounting firm in the greater Austin area. We’re known for offering exceptional work-life balance and our dedication to our people, our clients, and our community. We’ve been named Accounting Today's  "#1 Best Mid-sized Accounting Firm to Work For” in the US three of the past four years, with a 2nd place ranking in 2020. 

What Sets Us Apart

We’re redefining what it means to work in public accounting by:

• Instilling the belief that “No success at work is worth failure at home”, while recognizing everyone’s version of “home” is unique to them
• Leaning on our core values and showing genuine care and concern for one another
• Empowering our people to do what’s best for them, while providing exceptional client service
• Cultivating an environment that allows our people to thrive personally
• Investing in the professional growth of our people

Want to see it for yourself? Check out our Instagram (@maxlocrit) and watch this video to learn about the employee experience at ML&R .

What You’ll Be Doing

During this learning experience, you will spend the day with us at our office in downtown Austin, exploring what a career in public accounting is like and learning about our various service lines.  Additionally, you'll hear from one of our clients, engage in a roundtable discussion, play leadership games and activities, and network with experienced industry professionals to gain insight into the world of public accounting. This is also a great opportunity to learn more about our internship program and see if an internship at ML&R is the right fit for you and your career goals.

Our Commitment to DEI

As a firm that embraces people from different backgrounds, we encourage applications from diverse candidates. Maxwell Locke & Ritter is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our firm. To support this endeavor, our DEI committee focuses internal efforts on awareness, recruitment, and outreach.

Maxwell Locke & Ritter LLP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

What We’re Looking For:

• Students who are currently enrolled and pursuing a degree
• Students who are interested in, or are currently pursuing, a career in accounting
• Students who are available in-person for the entire day on either Thursday, June 13 or Thursday, August 8