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Service Advisor jobs combine customer communication, automotive systems knowledge, and operations coordination, skills directly tied to business, automotive technology, and management programs. CPT authorization requires your DSO to confirm the role integrates with your coursework, so target positions where the job description references diagnosis workflows, service writing, or dealership operations.
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About Ascend
At Ascend, we recognize the struggles that accounting & finance professionals face in traditional firms—from rigid hierarchies and overwhelming workloads to the elusive work-life balance. We believe your ambition should not be constrained by outdated practices or opaque career paths. Here, you're not just a number but a valued member of a community that champions both your professional and personal fulfillment. Our mission is to transform the public accounting experience into one where work-life harmony is a reality, and where your career advancement is supported by a nurturing network and robust resources.
We partner with regional, entrepreneurial firms and provide them with the resources and support necessary to thrive in today's dynamic market. This includes access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition, top-tier technology, transformative leadership, shared back-office services, & more. Founded in January 2023, Ascend attained revenues to sufficiently qualify as a Top 100 U.S. accounting firm within six months of operation. Explore Ascend, where your career soars without sacrificing your quality of life.
Client Accounting & Advisory Services Internship - Summer 2027
At Sweeney Conrad, our foundation of “people first” begins with our employees—because the success of our firm stems from the relationships within it. We consider our employees family and foster a positive work culture, encouraging a healthy balance between work and life; building a career over having a job; continuing education and skill development; and being actively involved in the Puget Sound community where we live, work, and play.
We’re proud of our employees and our culture, and have been recognized by Accounting Today as one of the “Best Accounting Firms to Work For” and by Puget Sound Business Journal as one of “Washington’s Best Workplaces.”
Our interns will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients and industries, enabling them to gain comprehensive exposure to various business sectors. This approach aligns with our commitment to fostering a well-rounded skill set in our interns.
They will experience the real day-to-day life of a Client Accounting & Advisory Services professional and will have opportunities to learn from senior associates, managers and principals how roles change as careers progress.
Interns will engage in early and frequent interactions with all levels of professionals at Sweeney Conrad, including principals and managers. This hands-on experience is crucial for their professional development, allowing them to build relationships with key stakeholders within our organization and the clients we serve.
Our interns will benefit from personalized career development initiatives and mentorship programs where they will reflect on both positive outcomes and opportunities for development. This support system is designed to guide interns through their internship, offering guidance, answering questions, and aiding in their overall professional growth.
To enhance their technical skills and leadership capabilities, interns will participate in company-sponsored training programs conducted by industry leaders within our international network. These programs are integral to the continuous development of our interns and preparing them for future challenges.
Our interns assist in maintaining and reconciling clients’ general ledgers, processing accounts payable and receivable transactions, and supporting month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations. Additionally, they utilize accounting software and tools to streamline processes and improve efficiency, contributing to the success of both the team and the clients they serve. Each intern partners with a mentor who guides them through the internship and answers any questions. While we’re flexible around academic and extracurricular schedules, we expect interns to work 32 hours a week Monday though Thursday. Sweeney Conrad interns are truly essential to the success of our business, and we seek to hire them as full-time employees after graduation.
To be considered for this internship, please ensure you submit your resume, transcript, and a cover letter along with your application.
The pay range for this role is $35.00 per hour. You will be eligible for statutory benefits such as workers' compensation, state disability, and unemployment insurance as prescribed by law.
At Ascend, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Ascend hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.
Who We Are
About Ascend
At Ascend, we recognize the struggles that accounting & finance professionals face in traditional firms—from rigid hierarchies and overwhelming workloads to the elusive work-life balance. We believe your ambition should not be constrained by outdated practices or opaque career paths. Here, you're not just a number but a valued member of a community that champions both your professional and personal fulfillment. Our mission is to transform the public accounting experience into one where work-life harmony is a reality, and where your career advancement is supported by a nurturing network and robust resources.
We partner with regional, entrepreneurial firms and provide them with the resources and support necessary to thrive in today's dynamic market. This includes access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition, top-tier technology, transformative leadership, shared back-office services, & more. Founded in January 2023, Ascend attained revenues to sufficiently qualify as a Top 100 U.S. accounting firm within six months of operation. Explore Ascend, where your career soars without sacrificing your quality of life.
Client Accounting & Advisory Services Internship - Summer 2027
At Sweeney Conrad, our foundation of “people first” begins with our employees—because the success of our firm stems from the relationships within it. We consider our employees family and foster a positive work culture, encouraging a healthy balance between work and life; building a career over having a job; continuing education and skill development; and being actively involved in the Puget Sound community where we live, work, and play.
We’re proud of our employees and our culture, and have been recognized by Accounting Today as one of the “Best Accounting Firms to Work For” and by Puget Sound Business Journal as one of “Washington’s Best Workplaces.”
Our interns will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients and industries, enabling them to gain comprehensive exposure to various business sectors. This approach aligns with our commitment to fostering a well-rounded skill set in our interns.
They will experience the real day-to-day life of a Client Accounting & Advisory Services professional and will have opportunities to learn from senior associates, managers and principals how roles change as careers progress.
Interns will engage in early and frequent interactions with all levels of professionals at Sweeney Conrad, including principals and managers. This hands-on experience is crucial for their professional development, allowing them to build relationships with key stakeholders within our organization and the clients we serve.
Our interns will benefit from personalized career development initiatives and mentorship programs where they will reflect on both positive outcomes and opportunities for development. This support system is designed to guide interns through their internship, offering guidance, answering questions, and aiding in their overall professional growth.
To enhance their technical skills and leadership capabilities, interns will participate in company-sponsored training programs conducted by industry leaders within our international network. These programs are integral to the continuous development of our interns and preparing them for future challenges.
Our interns assist in maintaining and reconciling clients’ general ledgers, processing accounts payable and receivable transactions, and supporting month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations. Additionally, they utilize accounting software and tools to streamline processes and improve efficiency, contributing to the success of both the team and the clients they serve. Each intern partners with a mentor who guides them through the internship and answers any questions. While we’re flexible around academic and extracurricular schedules, we expect interns to work 32 hours a week Monday though Thursday. Sweeney Conrad interns are truly essential to the success of our business, and we seek to hire them as full-time employees after graduation.
To be considered for this internship, please ensure you submit your resume, transcript, and a cover letter along with your application.
The pay range for this role is $35.00 per hour. You will be eligible for statutory benefits such as workers' compensation, state disability, and unemployment insurance as prescribed by law.
At Ascend, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Ascend hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.
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Get Access To All JobsService Advisor CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Service Advisor role qualify for CPT authorization?
CPT eligibility depends on whether the work is an integral part of your specific curriculum, not on the job title alone. Service Advisor positions tied to automotive technology, business operations, or supply chain management programs typically qualify because the role involves diagnostic communication, inventory coordination, and customer workflow management. Your DSO makes the final determination based on your program's learning outcomes.
Can I work full-time as a Service Advisor on CPT?
Full-time CPT is allowed, but using 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. If you plan to pursue OPT after graduation, limit full-time CPT to under 12 cumulative months. Part-time CPT (under 20 hours per week) does not count toward that limit and preserves your post-graduation work authorization options.
How do I find Service Advisor employers who understand CPT?
Migrate Mate lets you filter for employers with F-1 work authorization history, which helps you identify dealerships and automotive service companies that have successfully hired international students before. Employers already familiar with CPT documentation are less likely to delay onboarding over I-20 authorization questions or ask you to start before your authorization is issued.
Does a commission-based Service Advisor job affect my CPT authorization?
Your CPT authorization is tied to the employer and role, not the pay structure. Commission-based compensation is common in service advisor positions and doesn't affect authorization eligibility. However, if you later pursue H-1B visa sponsorship, USCIS requires the offered wage to meet the prevailing wage for the role and location, so confirm the base component meets DOL standards using the OFLC Wage Search.
What happens if my Service Advisor job ends before my CPT authorization period closes?
If your employment ends early, you must notify your DSO immediately. Working outside the dates on your I-20 CPT authorization violates your F-1 status. Your DSO will update your SEVIS record to reflect the actual end date. You cannot begin a new CPT position without a separate authorization, so avoid gaps between your authorized period and any new role you accept.