Summer 2027 Public Sector Advisory Intern (Strategy & Operations)

Overview

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

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Job Description:

Are you looking to gain experience and jump-start your consulting career?

Do you want to build your professional network at a coast-to-coast firm?

As a Public Sector Advisory Intern at Baker Tilly (BT), you will be involved in many types of client engagements, obtain hands-on work experience, and make a difference in the communities we serve. As one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, BT offers you upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development.

You will enjoy this role if you:

• Are considering a long-term career in Public Sector consulting and want exposure to the industry

• Value your development and want to work for a firm whose owners have both their clients’ and employees’ best interests in mind and are transparent in their decisions

• Want to grow professionally and develop your client service and technical skills to build a strong foundation now, for tomorrow

You will have the opportunity to:

• Learn and execute meaningful work engagements that have an impact on the business

• Experience on-the-job training through real work engagements, showcasing how your academic experience translates to the professional environment

• Participate in our intern orientation and training and development program designed to provide the tools needed to contribute to client engagements

• Perform internal control risk, operations, and organizational reviews

• Collaborate with experienced Staff, Seniors, Managers and Partners with specialized experience and technical knowledge within the public sector industry

• Engage directly with a variety of public sector clients ranging from municipal governments to school districts to public power agencies.

• Build friendships and strong work relationships while gaining valuable experience

• Demonstrate your performance and ability to join Baker Tilly as a full-time consultant

Successful candidates will be:

• Enrolled in a Master of Public Policy or Master of Public Administration program, preferred

• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored visa sponsorship, now or in the future

• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age

Successful candidates will have:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Public Policy, Accounting, or a related business major

• A resume and unofficial transcript(s) as a required part of the application process.

• Relevant internship, work experience and/or involvement with a professional organization desired

• The ability to work effectively in a team environment with all levels of client personnel

• Demonstrated skills in the areas of time management, communication, interpersonal skills, relationship building, collaboration, and problem solving

• Organizational and analytical skills, initiative, adaptability

• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

The pay rate ranges for this job position are listed below. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant's skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.

In Austin, TX: pay rate range is $26.25 to $88.20

In Chicago, IL: pay rate range is $27.50 to $92.40

In Indianapolis, IN: pay rate range is $23.75 to $79.80