Year-End Planning 2022

Get ready to kickstart your internship.

Welcome, we’re so glad you’re here!

Your internship at Eide Bailly will help you grow your skills and shape your future career – and you’ll get to work with nearly every level of our organization, from partners to clients.

What to Expect

If you’re wondering who to contact with questions, what you should bring on your first day, or how you should dress – you’re not alone. Below you’ll find everything you need to know about your Eide Bailly internship.

Key Contacts

Campus Recruiter: the recruiter who helped you during the recruitment process is available to answer any questions you may have before you start your internship.

Office Administrator (OA): your office administrator will email you prior to your start date with specific details including start time, office location, parking instructions, documents to bring, and other helpful information.


Your First Day

On your first day, you’ll:

  • Log into all Eide Bailly systems
  • Get a tour of the office (if in person) and meet the team
  • Go through training with your OA
  • Go through firmwide technology training

To ensure your first day is a success, you’ll want to bring:

  • Documents proving U.S. citizenship or ability to work in the U.S. (your OA will email you a list of acceptable forms of documentation)
  • A water bottle
  • An office appropriate, business casual sweater or sweatshirt (see more on dress code below)
  • Your favorite pair of earbuds (we’ll supply you with a headset, but you’re welcome to use your personal earbuds for online trainings and virtual meetings)

Your First Couple of Weeks

Here’s what to expect throughout the first couple of weeks.

Week 1
During your first week, you’ll:

  • Meet your team
  • Complete required trainings in our online Learning Center
  • Review firm policies, procedures, and software programs
  • Get an introduction to your role as an intern

Week 2
During your second week, you’ll either complete the firmwide intern and associate training, Advantage Level 1, or additional trainings in your local office or online.

Not all intern positions require the Advantage Level 1 training. Your OA will notify you before the start of your internship if you will be required to complete Advantage Level 1 training (see below for more information about this training).

Types of Internships
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  • Helpful Tips

  • Questions to Ask

  • Take Notes

  • Ask Questions

  • Get a Jump Start on Learning

More About the Internship Experience

Advantage Level 1 Training

If you’re required to complete Advantage Level 1 training, your OA will reach out to you before your first day to provide all the information you need to prepare for the training including mileage reimbursement (if driving) or flight information (if flying), hotel accommodations, and time and expense coding for meals, etc.

Tips:

  • Make sure you get enough sleep
  • Keep yourself hydrated
  • Utilize the wellness apps available to you once you start (Calm and Wellable)
  • Dress comfortably in business casual attire (nice jeans are okay)

Watch this video to hear what our people say about this training at Eide Bailly.


Things to Keep in Mind

Here are some tips, tricks, and recommendations to ensure you get the most out of your internship experience at Eide Bailly.

  • Research Your Local CPA Society and/or AICPA

  • Develop a CPA Exam Plan

  • Polish Your Excel Skills

  • Practice Professional Conduct

  • Ask Questions

  • Keep Yourself Organized

  • Practice Good Time Management

  • Be Open to Growth

  • Learn by Giving and Receiving Feedback

Additional Resources

Eide Bailly Acronyms, Abbreviations and Lingo

Excel Cheat Sheet