Start Your Career at Brown Edwards

Accounting is among the most in-demand fields, offering great job security and stability. Pursuing a career in accounting can be a great way to lay a strong foundation for your future. By participating in college recruitment programs, you can gain valuable insight into the industry, learn about the expectations of employers, develop important networking skills, and build relationships with potential employers. College recruitment programs are also a great way to gain experience in the accounting field and develop your skills. Additionally, such programs can help you develop your confidence and communication skills, essential for any accounting professional.

What’s to Love About Brown Edwards?

For college students looking to pursue a career in the accounting field, BE is an ideal choice. With competitive salaries and generous benefits packages, we provide college students with the opportunity to get a jump start on their careers. In addition to the competitive packages, BE provides its employees with a wide range of resources and support, including internships and positions tailored to the needs of college students. We have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, making it an ideal place for college students from all backgrounds to pursue a career in accounting.

Furthermore, BE’s corporate culture values collaboration, innovation, and hard work. Brown Edwards is committed to developing its employees and providing them with the tools and resources necessary to succeed in accounting. By fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation, Brown Edwards is an ideal place for college students to kick-start their careers in accounting.

Student Opportunities at Brown Edwards

At BE, we are committed to helping students succeed in accounting. With decades of experience in the industry, BE is the perfect partner for students looking to gain experience in the accounting field. The firm offers internships, externships, part-time and full-time roles for students looking to gain experience in the field.

The firm also has a robust alumni network and industry contacts to help students make connections and find jobs. BE’s extensive mentorship program pairs students with experienced professionals to learn more about accounting. We also offer industry-specific training courses and workshops to help students develop the skills they need to succeed in accounting.

BE's Internship and Externship Program

Internship programs are a great way for college students to get a head start by developing the necessary skills to succeed in the accounting industry. These programs allow students to gain valuable experience in the accounting field and better understand what a career in accounting would look like. Our firm offers two programs for college students: a one-day externship or an internship.

During your internship, students work alongside accounting professionals, participate in client projects, develop new skills, and prepare for their careers. Many of our interns return for multiple seasons, steadily building on their skills and experiences, and can take on more complex projects and responsibilities during their subsequent internships. It is a great opportunity to obtain real-world experience and possibly secure a full-time associate position after graduation. We have two internship periods available: a tax season internship from January through April 15 and a summer season internship from May through August.

Our BE Ready externship program is a one-day immersive experience where students will observe the life of a CPA working in the public accounting industry. Over the course of the day, they learn about our organization and the culture at BE and experience a typical day at work.

The program includes:
•    What working in Public Accounting is all about
•    Networking opportunities with team members of all levels, including Partners
•    Your first year in Auditing and Tax
•    Meet and hear from BE clients
•    The importance of company culture
•    What taking the CPA exam is like

Ready to Start Your Career with Brown Edwards?

BE team members will attend several college recruitment events throughout Virginia, West Virginia, and Tennessee this fall. Check out our schedule below, and stop by to introduce yourself and learn more about our internship and externship programs and full-time associate positions after graduation.