Aprio Named to Vault’s Top 150 Internships List for 2026 

ATLANTA – October 28, 2025 – Aprio, the 24th largest business advisory and accounting firm in the U.S., has been named to Vault’s 150 Best Internships for 2026, earning the No. 12 spot and highlighting the firm’s investment in building the next generation of accounting and advisory leaders. Aprio also ranked among the top 10 best internships for accounting and quality of life, and earned recognition for inclusion, reflecting its people-first culture and commitment to creating an environment where every team member can grow, connect, and thrive. 

Aprio’s internship program helps students start strong, grow confident, and thrive as they begin their career paths. In 2025, Aprio hosted 175 interns across its national footprint, reflecting the firm’s reach and accessibility for students nationwide. Interns gain hands-on experience in accounting, audit, tax, and advisory services, working directly with clients and learning from firm leaders. Interns are paired with mentors and receive personalized guidance from partners and managers who are invested in their growth. Through exposure to technology, data analytics, and AI-enabled tools, interns experience how Aprio is redefining the role of the accountant as a trusted business advisor. 

Beyond internships, Aprio provides a path from classroom to career through programs such as the HeadStart Program for first- and second-year students, which gives participants the opportunity to explore different career paths in accounting. Plus, programs like the Annual Case Competition, awarding $26,000 in scholarships to underrepresented students in 2024, and structured recent graduate opportunities that transition high-performing interns into full-time roles.  

“At Aprio, internships are the launchpad for meaningful careers,” said Larry Sheftel, Chief Human Resources Officer at Aprio. “We give students real responsibility, mentorship, and the confidence to lead in a rapidly changing profession. We appreciate this recognition from Vault and the incredible interns who make our program so impactful.” 

Vault’s 2026 rankings are based on thousands of responses from current and former interns across industries. Respondents evaluated their programs on culture, career development, and inclusion, with Vault’s 150 Best Internships representing the highest-rated experiences across all sectors. 

To learn more about Aprio’s internship and career opportunities, visit aprio.com/careers.  
To explore the Top 150 Internships list, visit Vault. 

About Aprio        

Aprio is the brand name under which Aprio, LLP, and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, deliver professional services. Since 1952, clients throughout the U.S. and across more than 50 countries have trusted Aprio for guidance on how to achieve what’s next. As a premier business advisory and accounting firm, Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, delivers advisory, tax, managed, and private client services to build value, drive growth, manage risk, and protect wealth, and Aprio, LLP, provides audit and attest services. With proven experience and genuine care, Aprio serves individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses, from promising startups to market leaders alike. Aprio has grown to 2,500+ team members providing solutions to clients in industries including Manufacturing and Distribution, Non-Profit and Education, Professional Services, Real Estate, Construction, Restaurant, Franchise & Hospitality, Government Contracting, and Technology.  

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Aprio Media Contact       

Leslie Weiner, Public Relations Manager  
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