A Top Employer for Interns
Thompson Greenspon is proud to be awarded the "Top Employers for Interns" award by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV), a recognition that highlights our commitment to providing a supportive, dynamic, and growth-oriented environment for emerging professionals. This achievement reflects our dedication to fostering talent and creating meaningful internship experiences that help students develop both personally and professionally.
Virginia has some of the most talented college and higher education students, and we are excited to offer great opportunities for hands-on job training for them.
Recognized for our high-quality, paid internship program, Thompson Greenspon is named an InVAluable Employer Partner by the Virginia Economic Development Partnership's InternshipsVA program.
Explore the World of Accounting
We are proud to offer an award-winning, exceptional rotational internship program that provides a comprehensive exploration of different departments and positions within our firm and public accounting.
Our Summer Internship
Our seven-week summer internship provides the unique opportunity to experience our Audit, CAAS, Tax, and Operations departments, each offering distinct challenges and insights. It includes:
- Client site visit
- Success skills training
- Research training
- Goal setting
- Industry software exposure
- Firm social events
- Service project for local community
- Q&A panels with principals and staff
- Mentorship to support you on your journey
Our Tax Internship
Our tax internship runs through tax season from January to April, and provides college Juniors, Seniors, and master's students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in tax preparation and compliance for a variety of clients. It includes:
- Opportunity to work directly with clients
- Preparation of 1040 tax returns with varying levels of complexity
- Collaborating with firm tax partners and tax staff to complete project components and assigned tasks
- Learning and working with spreadsheets and company databases through inputting and updating data
- Assisting with scanning client tax documents and completing other administrative tasks as needed
Gain Hands-On Experience
What makes our program special is the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various accounting specialties, gaining valuable insight into potential avenues after graduation. Our goal is to help students navigate their future in public accounting with purpose and clarity. We offer exposure to all facets of public accounting within the culture and community of a collaborative and meaningful mid-size firm environment. At Thompson Greenspon, we are committed to providing career development and opportunities to help you meet your professional goals.
Testimonials
"From the perspective of an intern who stayed with TG, I feel great about my decision. The summer internship helps you see if public accounting is the right path for you. From there, it’s really easy to commit to a firm with strong values, great leadership, and a culture where people support each other and want everyone to succeed."
- Milana, GMU - Summer 2024 and Tax Winter 2025 Internships
"My time at Thompson Greenspon provided a day-in-the-life view of the accounting profession from several perspectives. I worked alongside professionals on audit engagements, gained hands-on experience with tax research and preparation software, and learned the fundamentals of client advisory work. Beyond technical skills, the program consistently emphasized holistic professionalism. The experience reinforced how academic foundations are fully developed in a firm environment like Thompson Greenspon."
- Kevin, VT - Summer 2025 Internship
"The Summer Internship Program was a huge growth opportunity for me. It was great to be able to expand what I've learned in the classroom into real practical skills. I feel much more prepared for entering the workplace."
- Michael, VT - Summer 2025 Internship
"The internship program at Thompson Greenspon made me realize that I wanted to pursue a career in public accounting. I liked how the program explored all three fields: audit, tax, and CAAS, which helped me identify which areas I enjoyed the most. Regularly networking and working closely with accounting professionals at every level allowed me to experience the friendly work culture at Thompson Greenspon and learn about their personal career experiences, including advice on becoming a CPA. Gaining real-world experience and learning software, such as Engagement, became valuable during other internships and in my college accounting classes."
- Kathy, GMU - Summer 2025 Internship
"Being part of the Thompson Greenspon internship program was a huge learning opportunity and gave me hands-on experience beyond what I’ve learned in the classroom. The firm’s welcoming and supportive culture made it a great place to learn and get exposure to the profession. The structure of the internship program helped me better understand different areas of public accounting, including tax, audit, and advisory, and see what the work actually looks like day to day. The program made it easy to learn a lot in a short period of time and gain a much clearer understanding of the field."
- Tiffany, UVA - Summer 2025 Internship
"My internship at Thompson Greenspon contributed significantly to my professional development and preparation for a career in accounting. I had the opportunity to work on tax returns and assist with audit testing, as well as advisory work, which allowed me to apply what I had learned in the classroom to real situations and explore different areas of accounting. The firm’s mentorship and CPA exam panels were especially impactful, as they motivated me to begin studying for the CPA exams soon after graduation.
What stood out most, however, was the people. Through training sessions, Q&As, and lunches, I met professionals who were not only knowledgeable but also genuinely excited to mentor and encourage students. The welcoming culture at the firm, along with opportunities to volunteer and learn from colleagues, made the experience especially meaningful. It strengthened my confidence in pursuing a career in accounting and showed me the kind of supportive professional community I look forward to being a part of in the future."
- Geoffrey, JMU - Summer 2023 and Summer 2024 Audit Internships