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Sisterson Symposium: Summer Leadership Program at Sisterson & Co. LLP

Sisterson & Co. LLP Pittsburgh, PA

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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: StipendThe Sisterson Symposium: Summer Leadership Program: 2026Immersive Event for Rising JuniorsTuesday, May 19, Wednesday, May 20, Thursday, May 21The Sisterson Symposium: Summer Leadership Program: 2026Immersive Event for Rising JuniorsTuesday, May 19, Wednesday, May 20, Thursday, May 21OverviewThe Sisterson Symposium: Summer Leadership Program, is designed for accounting majors who completed the second semester of their sophomore year by May 2026. The three-day, immersive, in-person event will provide a collaborative learning opportunity for those interested in pursuing a career in public accounting. The event will focus on industry-related topics, team building activities, networking with tax, audit, and consulting professionals of Sisterson, engaging with a client, and meeting fellow accounting majors from other colleges and universities. It will also provide students with the chance to learn from our current and rising leaders of the firm.About SistersonSisterson is one of the largest certified public accounting and financial consulting firms in the Pittsburgh area. Our growth since the firm's inception in 1926 has been deliberate and steady as we offer services and staff dedicated to meet the needs of our clients. The firm presently serves hundreds of clients and takes pride in preserving a tradition that began almost one hundred years ago. Our mission is to enhance the success of our clients through our commitment, creativity, and competencies as a respected and responsive provider of value-added financial services.As a Pittsburgh-based firm, Sisterson has made a commitment to the region and its community.Our employees and partnerssupport clients and non-clientsby volunteering, participating in charity activities, attending events, as well ascommittee and board involvement. Sisterson employees are encouraged to participate in volunteer activities as part of the firms Sisterson Cares program.The firm also believes in educating and mentoring groups that are traditionally underrepresented in the accounting industry. We are proud to support the National Association of Black Accountant's annual ACAP (Accounting Career Awareness Program) and to participate in Disability Mentoring Day each year, among many other career-focused community activities in the region.The Symposium may be right for you if you enjoy:building relationships at all levels, including with partners and peers.a family-oriented, forward-thinking environment, ready to help you advance your career.an organization who centers their values on their clients and employees.a professional, yet business casual atmosphere where you are valued.a team environment empowering employees to achieve professional and personal goals.engaging in the community and positively impacting the lives of others.Application Instructions & Requirements: Preferred Deadline to Apply: October 1, 2025Students interested in the Sisterson Symposium: Summer Leadership Program will need to formally apply for the program with a resume, letter of interest, and one written recommendation by completing an online application at www.sisterson.com/careers. Upon completion of the competitive interview process, we will select qualified students. Admission to the program is rolling so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.To be considered for the Sisterson Symposium, candidates must: hold the status of second semester sophomore completing two full years of school, at a four-year college or university by May 2026.declare accounting as a major by no later than second semester, sophomore year.currently hold at least a 3.0 overall GPA.have availability to attend the program for all three days (approximately 9:00 am-4:00 pm)have reliable transportation to and from the Pittsburgh office.A stipend will be included to be used for transportation and other expenses for the three-day event.

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