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College Students:
Launch Your Career with LGA

If you’re looking for hands-on experience, attentive mentorship, and the freedom to shape your future, LGA is the right choice. We build careers for accounting students, offering transparency, mutual respect, and an investment in every team member’s success. Wherever you want to take your career, we’re here to help you get there. View our open positions.

careers for accounting students

Where should I start?

Career Fairs

See you on campus! We are looking for future leaders, and this is your chance to learn more about our firm, discover career opportunities, and ask all your burning questions.

Sept. 12 – University of New Hampshire
Sept. 16 – Bentley University
Sept. 17 – Northeastern University
Sept. 24 – Merrimack College
Sept. 29 – UMASS Lowell
Sept. 29 – UMASS Amherst
Sept. 30 – Endicott College

Open House(s)

See life at LGA and the accounting industry! Network with LGA professionals, tour our Woburn Office, and secure a guaranteed interview. Join us either September 26 or October 17, 2025.

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Externship

Join us for a two-day immersive program as an “Extern,” giving you the opportunity to experience all four of our service lines, and get a feel for what public accounting is all about. Take part in interactive workshops and network with the team. May 27 & May 28, 2026.

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Step 1: Gain Hands-On Experience with Attentive Mentorship: When you start your career at LGA, you’ll dive into meaningful work from day one. Our recent grads work on diverse client projects, guided by experienced mentors who provide personalized support and feedback. You’ll work independently on tasks, gaining confidence and skills, while always having a mentor to turn to for guidance and advice.
Step 2: Choose Your Career Path: At LGA, your career can take any number of directions. We encourage you to explore different areas of professional focus and support your growth through education, training, and on-the-job experience. We respect and encourage you to pursue CPA and other designations over time, and we reward obtaining your CPA designation without it being an impediment for promotion at any level.
Step 3: Enjoy a Vibrant Firm Culture: We believe that work is more fun when you have friends. Our firm environment is welcoming and friendly, with group celebrations, regular gatherings, and always someone to have lunch with. We foster a community where genuine relationships can grow, and we celebrate each other’s successes.
Step 4: Benefit from Competitive Pay, Advancement Opportunities, & Generous Benefits: At LGA, we value your hard work and dedication. We offer competitive pay and clear advancement opportunities to ensure your efforts are recognized and rewarded. Your career growth is important to us, and we provide the resources and support to help you achieve your professional goals. We also believe in taking care of our team. LGA offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs. We ensure you have the support you need to maintain a healthy, balanced life.
Step 6: Flexible Work Arrangements: We understand the importance of flexibility, especially when starting your career. Our flexible work arrangements include options for work-from-home, hybrid models, and flexible hours to suit your lifestyle. We encourage a healthy work-life balance with comprehensive time-off policies, including holidays, PTO, and Fridays off in the summer.
Step 7: Balancing Work and CPA Exam Preparation: We support your CPA journey by offering study groups, covering exam fees, and providing time off for studying. Our team members often team up to study, and we create an environment that respects and encourages your efforts to obtain your CPA designation.