"DALCPA is a wonderful place to work where both clients and employees are cared for greatly. The team demonstrates patience, dedication, and a true interest in helping their interns grow. During my time there, I learned about compliance, financial reporting, and the importance of client service. The opportunity to work alongside individuals who fostered a welcoming environment was truly invaluable."
- Jennifer, Spring 2025 Co-Op
"Working at DAL CPA was an excellent experience. The team fosters collaboration and professionalism, and I learned a lot about compliance and the Department of Education."
- Vanessa, Spring 2025 Co-Op
Launch Your Audit Career: Spring 2026 Co-op Opportunity
Gain specialized expertise in the dynamic field of higher education compliance.
David A Levy CPA LLC is currently hiring motivated and detail-oriented students for our Audit Co-op program for the Spring 2026 semester (January - June).
This isn't your typical audit co-op. From day one, you will be an integral part of our team, diving deep into the specialized world of higher education compliance. You'll work alongside seasoned experts to help colleges and proprietary schools across the country navigate the complex regulations of the U.S. Department of Education. If you're looking for a role where you can build a rare and valuable skillset, this is the opportunity for you.
Why Co-op With Us? The DALCPA Experience
We are a boutique firm, which means you won't be a small cog in a giant machine. You'll gain broad exposure and make a visible impact. Here’s what sets this experience apart:
Your Role as an Audit Co-op
As a valued member of our team, you will learn and grow by:
Are You the Right Fit?
We are looking for candidates who are intellectually curious, driven, and eager to learn.
More Than a Co-op, It's an Experience
We know that a great co-op is about more than just auditing—it's about gaining an experience that will shape your future. We are committed to making your time with us both professionally rewarding and genuinely fun. Here are a few ways we build our team culture:
Leave Your Mark: Co-op Innovation Projects
This is more than a checklist co-op. We empower our co-ops to be creative, solve problems, and leave things better than they found them. Our past co-ops have made a lasting impact by taking the initiative on projects that streamline our work and help future students (like you!) succeed from day one. Past projects have included:
Ready to Apply?
This is a paid co-op position based in our Needham, MA office, running from January through June 2026.
To be considered, please apply through your school's job board. Feel free to leave a note below to get to the top of the pile.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Gain specialized expertise in the dynamic field of higher education compliance.
David A Levy CPA LLC is currently hiring motivated and detail-oriented students for our Audit Co-op program for the Spring 2026 semester (January - June).
This isn't your typical audit co-op. From day one, you will be an integral part of our team, diving deep into the specialized world of higher education compliance. You'll work alongside seasoned experts to help colleges and proprietary schools across the country navigate the complex regulations of the U.S. Department of Education. If you're looking for a role where you can build a rare and valuable skillset, this is the opportunity for you.
Why Co-op With Us? The DALCPA Experience
We are a boutique firm, which means you won't be a small cog in a giant machine. You'll gain broad exposure and make a visible impact. Here’s what sets this experience apart:
- Master a High-Demand Niche: Become one of the few students in the nation with hands-on experience in Title IV compliance audits. This specialized knowledge will make your resume stand out and open doors for your entire career.
- Direct Mentorship: Learn directly from our managers and senior staff. Our small-team environment guarantees you'll receive the guidance and support needed to grow.
- Real Responsibility, Real Impact: You won't be making copies or running errands. You will be a contributing member of the engagement team, performing substantive audit procedures with opportunities to interact with clients.
- Build a Powerful Foundation: You will develop exceptional technical skills in government auditing standards (GAGAS), financial accounting, federal compliance, and excel, building a foundation that will serve you wherever your career takes you.
Your Role as an Audit Co-op
As a valued member of our team, you will learn and grow by:
- Executing key audit testing procedures for both financial statements and federal compliance engagements.
- Assisting in the preparation of detailed audit workpapers and drafts.
- Learning and applying the specific audit methodologies related to Department of Education regulations.
- Collaborating with your team to identify and resolve audit issues.
- Overtime available
Are You the Right Fit?
We are looking for candidates who are intellectually curious, driven, and eager to learn.
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Accounting (preferred) or Finance.
- Possess a strong academic record and a genuine interest in a career in public accounting.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Detail-oriented and able to work collaboratively in a professional environment.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
More Than a Co-op, It's an Experience
We know that a great co-op is about more than just auditing—it's about gaining an experience that will shape your future. We are committed to making your time with us both professionally rewarding and genuinely fun. Here are a few ways we build our team culture:
- Celebrate with the Team: Kick off the new year by joining us for our annual holiday party in December.
- Enjoy Friendly Competition: Take part in our fun spring outings, like a team mini-golf tournament.
- Take a Break: Join us for surprise events! Last year, we took an afternoon off to see The Accountant 2.
- Explore New England: Get out of the office and see the region through local travel to our client school campuses.
Leave Your Mark: Co-op Innovation Projects
This is more than a checklist co-op. We empower our co-ops to be creative, solve problems, and leave things better than they found them. Our past co-ops have made a lasting impact by taking the initiative on projects that streamline our work and help future students (like you!) succeed from day one. Past projects have included:
- Firm Modernization: Redesigning our website and marketing materials.
- Process Automation: Building Excel macros to make financial and compliance testing more efficient.
- Knowledge Sharing: Creating a training video series on how to perform key aspects of compliance testing.
- Template Development: Designing standardized Excel workpaper templates to improve consistency and quality.
- Best Practices: Authoring comprehensive guides on completing complex audit testing areas.
Ready to Apply?
This is a paid co-op position based in our Needham, MA office, running from January through June 2026.
To be considered, please apply through your school's job board. Feel free to leave a note below to get to the top of the pile.
We look forward to hearing from you!