Job Details

Who we are

At McConnell Jones, we aim to be a catalyst for positive growth fostering an environment where unique perspectives come together to enhance client solutions. As the largest majority African American-owned and controlled public accounting firm in the U.S., we pride ourselves on the quality of our work, the tenure of our clients, and our own diversity-nearly two-thirds of our people are from an ethnically diverse background. The diversity of our people empowers the diversity of our client solutions, as captured by the firm's tagline, Diverse Thinking Unique Perspectives.

Our Mission: To foster an environment where unique perspectives come together to enhance client solutions.

Our Vision: To be a catalyst for positive growth through the power of diverse thinking.

Our Values: Creativity, Inclusion, Transparency, Accountability

Summer 2026 internships are onsite in the Houston office Tuesdays and Wednesdays. You will work UP to 40 hours per week and paid hourly for time worked.

What you will do

At McConnell Jones, a mid-sized firm with 38 years of experience, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of audits, including non-profit, government, and Employee Benefit Plan audits. Our diverse client base and extensive industry experience provide a unique learning environment where you can gain valuable insights into different sectors.

• Work on aspects of an audit including preparation of work papers and performing testing.
• Gain understanding of McConnell & Jones audit approach and tools while working with an Audit team.
• Assist assigned team with daily workflow.
• As part of our compliance program, all team members are required to follow industry leading data and system security practices.

What you need

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor or Masters degree.
• 3.0 GPA minimum.
• Working towards CPA eligibility.
• Successful completion of Accounting Principles I & II and Intermediate I & II prior to start of internship strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to learn in a fast - paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

What we prefer

• 3.3 GPA preferred

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

McConnell & Jones is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate in employment and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or Vietnam era or other protected veteran. McConnell & Jones policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. To achieve our goal of equal opportunity, we maintain an affirmative action program through which we take good faith efforts to recruit, hire and advance in employment-qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, and other protected veterans.