Learning by Doing

With the 2026 busy season coming to an end, we are grateful for the talented interns who joined Adams Brown this spring. Over the course of the semester, they built practical experience, asked thoughtful questions and contributed in meaningful ways as they learned the day-to-day realities of public accounting. We appreciate the energy and fresh perspective they brought to our teams during one of the busiest times of the year.

Below are photos and brief profiles of these talented individuals—future accounting leaders.

“The best part of the internship in my opinion is being able to see my work used in real engagements and see how it is reviewed and processed through to the final stages.” – David Rubottom, Audit Intern

Beyond the Classroom

There is only so much you can learn about accounting from lectures and textbooks.

During busy season, Adams Brown interns worked on real returns, supported real engagements and got a closer look at how teams solve problems under real deadlines. They were able to connect what they have learned in school to the pace and expectations of public accounting, while also building confidence along the way.

For many, that meant seeing how different every client can be. For others, it meant learning new systems, working through unfamiliar assignments or figuring out how to ask the right questions. That is part of what makes an internship valuable. It is not just about technical work. It is about learning how to think, communicate and grow in a professional setting.

“I feel like at internships in other fields, the interns get handed busy work, but not in public accounting.” – Andrew Leck, Tax Intern

At Adams Brown, internships are meant to be meaningful. Students in tax, audit and accounting get practical experience, exposure to different career paths and a better sense of where they can grow. Many go on to stay connected with the firm as student workers or full-time team members after graduation.

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