“Receiving the opportunity to intern with DOZ during a busy season is like winning the career lottery!  Those three months will greatly impact the rest of your life. Throughout my internship with DOZ, I worked on audits, compilations, and cost certifications, many from start to finish.  This was my third internship and I can assure you, this firm has the best internship program out there!  As an intern, I was able to work with all levels of staff (from Interns to Partners).  Also, toward the end of the internship, I was given the opportunity to further my management skills by leading a team.  In addition to working on average 60 hours per week, you will be given the opportunity to participate in the Saturday Olympics, attend the end of busy season party, and cheer on your peers in the Staff vs. Interns basketball game.  Dauby O’Connor & Zaleski, LLC really does live up to their “Work Hard, Play Hard” motto!“

Victoria - Indiana State University - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“ Coming to DOZ as an intern was scary.  It was far from home, far from friends, and more importantly, the real world!  For nearly seventeen years I had been in a classroom; I didn’t have a clue what to expect from my leap into the actual profession.  What I found was comforting, though.  You’re not expected to know everything on your first day.  That’s what the staff at DOZ are for!  I didn’t work with anyone who didn’t want to help me understand what I was doing.  That’s the thing about DOZ.  I not only learned the “hows” of auditing, I learned the “whys” as well.  That was important to me.  This internship has the ability to take you far beyond what the classroom offers.  I think I’ve learned and accomplished more at DOZ than I would’ve had I interned elsewhere this busy season.  No regrets!”

Nicole - University of Southern Indiana - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

"The thing that clearly sets DOZ apart is the atmosphere that it provides to the employees. The people are great to work with and offer unlimited help, as well as a wealth of knowledge. The motivational committee sure does their job, and there is not a day that goes by that I do not enjoy. I would highly suggest considering a spring internship at DOZ to anyone that is having doubts about going away from the summer internship norm. There is simply more to do during busy season, and therefore it provides for a much better experience. I honestly believe I may have learned more during this internship than all of my accounting classes in aggregate. The fact that DOZ is completely paperless has also appealed to me, as I assume it would to many other younger individuals. Working with a laptop with two additional LCD monitors makes sorting through work papers so much easier, and accounting in general a lot more enjoyable than what I pictured from courses at IU. I really can’t imagine another place that I’d rather work 60 hours a week."

Kevin - Indiana University - 2010 Spring Tax Intern

“The DOZ internship solidified my desire to become a CPA. I left a Fortune 100 company to work for DOZ, and I couldn’t have made a better decision. After one week of training, I was given the responsibility and treatment of a first-year staff accountant, performing full audits and writing the audit reports. I gained invaluable knowledge of the residential real estate market on both the management and development sides.  I was evaluated by both seniors and managers, and I always knew what was expected of me from client to client. I was fortunate to travel to North Carolina on two different engagements, and spoke with my clients directly in my audit work. And the office atmosphere? “Work hard, play hard” is the motto. During one Saturday event, I won a cracker-eating competition, then returned to my desk to finish writing an audit report. That said, I think you will find a compelling balance at DOZ. I found the satisfaction of completing professional engagements while having fun each day. I don’t believe the public accounting industry offers any greater experience than what you will find at DOZ.”

Nathan - University of Louisville - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“Accepting a Spring Internship with DOZ was one of the best decisions I have made thus far in my career. I was amazed at my ability to adapt to the quick learning pace and how easy DOZ made it to understand the auditing process. Working on complete audits from start to finish has given me insight into the public accounting arena that I don’t think I would gain from internships with other firms. Not only did the structure of the DOZ internship allow me to apply my basic knowledge from my education to real world engagements, but the experience and the feedback provided has given me confidence in my own abilities. I was entrusted with real responsibility from day one of my internship, and I felt like my work was making a difference at the firm, just as an intern! The work load is demanding, but the benefits and wonderful people at the firm make it all worthwhile.”

Kristin - Indiana University - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“Accepting the spring internship offer from DOZ was one of the best things I have done for my career.  They say that you cannot become fluent in a foreign language until you are immersed in the culture; I have found the same to be true with accounting.  My college courses provided me with the basics (debits have to equal credits and Assets equal Liabilities plus Equity), but it was not until halfway through my DOZ internship that I began truly understanding the application of these basic accounting principles.  I won’t lie, the first few weeks are rather intimidating.  However, the staff at DOZ was very helpful in teaching me, not only what I need to do, but why it needed to be done.  Once I understood why I had to perform certain steps, the entire process seemed much less foreign, and I became more confident in my actions.   

DOZ is an ever-growing firm, yet retains a close-knit quality.  The staff is extremely helpful, friendly, and fun-loving.  Every Saturday, throughout my internship, the firm hosted an “Office Olympics” event in which anyone could participate.  This just goes to show you the “work hard, play hard” mentality at DOZ.  The size of the firm also allows for flexibility and variety in scheduling.  Often times, at larger firms, you may be stuck on the same project for months at a time, limiting your chances for new and unique experiences.  While that is also an option at DOZ, it is more prevalent for interns to only be on a project for a few weeks at a time.  I found this to be one of the best things about the internship, as I got the opportunity to see how numerous different companies performed their respective accounting functions.  I would definitely recommend interning at DOZ to anyone who gets the opportunity to do so.  Not only for the knowledge and career references gained, but for the dynamic atmosphere you’ll experience throughout your time at DOZ (and the compensation doesn’t hurt either).”

Brian - University of Indianapolis - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“Deciding to intern at DOZ was a great decision. I have learned so much from this experience, and it was very beneficial to take a semester off of school. The DOZ approach to the internship process is what any intern would want. I was able to complete over 150 tax returns throughout my internship. The most valuable factor to me was actually doing the returns every day. This provided me with incredible knowledge about the industry and gave me reassurance about my career path. I highly recommend this to anyone who is looking for an internship“

Lucas - Ball State University - 2010 Spring Tax Intern

“My internship with DOZ has exceeded my expectations without a doubt.  One thing that sets DOZ apart is the amount of responsibility given to their interns.  From the first week of my internship, I was responsible for completing my own audits and was truly treated as full-time staff member – not many interns at other firms could say the same thing!  Throughout my internship, DOZ recognized my hard work and made sure I knew that the work I completed was a major value to the company.  The frequent evaluations allowed me the opportunity to recognize where I was excelling and where I still needed improvement.  Looking back on the past few months, I can say that DOZ was overall, a great experience.  However, making the transition from a college atmosphere to the real world was tough at times.  Busy season requires a lot of hours and hard work, but the payoff is definitely worth it.  I strongly suggest anyone who is looking for an internship in Indianapolis take a closer look at DOZ – you won’t regret it!“

Lauren - University of Dayton - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“Having previously completed an internship with a Big 4 firm, I can say with full confidence that DOZ offers the most challenging, yet rewarding, internship in town.  DOZ gives you full responsibility in your very first week. You are directly involved in completing audits from start to finish and in the preparation of the financial statements. At the other firm I interned with, I felt like my contribution did nothing to directly affect the audit process.  I found every day at DOZ to be challenging, but never overwhelming, as the staff are fully willing to assist with any questions and offer constructive feedback and encouragement.  It’s great working with people similar in age who are friendly and concerned with your personal development.  You have to be extremely motivated to be successful at DOZ as the internship is intense. If you’re ready to work hard and learn more than you could ever imagine in three months, then DOZ is for you!"

Brian - Miami University (Ohio) - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“Over the past three months at DOZ, I have been blessed with one of the greatest experiences of my life.  I came into this not knowing what to expect or even if this would be the right career path for me, and before I knew it, I was completing multiple full audits in just one week!  The amount of work you are able to complete during your internship is amazing and gives you a great sense of accomplishment knowing that you provided a key role from start to finish, in providing the client with their end report.   Even though the hours are long, they seem to fly by when you are working with the great people of DOZ.  The people and culture at DOZ is second-to-none and is evident from the moment you first meet a DOZ employee.  In the short time here, I feel as though not only have I learned a great deal about life as a public accountant but have also built relationships with people that will last for years to come.  Do not hesitate to make the decision to intern at DOZ, you won’t regret it.“

Jonathan - Indiana University - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“DOZ’s internship provides an opportunity to complete several audits from start to finish, including writing the report and footnotes.  The staff is excellent at training, coaching, and providing feedback for interns throughout the internship.  Everyone is friendly and welcoming, making for an enjoyable work environment.  I can’t imagine that any other internship could provide as much knowledge and experience as DOZ’s, and I feel very fortunate that I had the opportunity to take part in it.”

Mark - Ball State University - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“When considering all my options, I was unsure if taking a semester off of college was the best idea for me. However, I am very glad that I decided to because I believe that it was the best choice I have ever made. Deciding that DOZ was the firm I was to going to intern with was even better. At DOZ, I have learned more than I could ever imagine. Nowhere else could I have gained so much knowledge; I have completed 36 full audits and 28 reports/partial audits. I have also met some great people at DOZ, who are very knowledgeable and have been extremely helpful. The work environment here is fun and enjoyable. I feel like my professional life has been changed by this experience and would not take any of it back.”

Nathan - IUPUI - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“Participating in the internship at DOZ was one of my best experiences!  I learned more about accounting and the professional work environment in three months than I ever did in four years of school. The work environment and staff were wonderful  and very supportive.  In three months, I had the opportunity to participate in almost every phase of the audit process  - - - from doing fieldwork and testing, to writing and reviewing reports. I had the opportunity to travel to clients, participate in weekly games and activities, and make several new friends. My only regret is that I didn’t participate in an internship opportunity sooner. I think this experience would have been a great one to draw from during several of my classes. Overall, it was a great experience that will last a lifetime! ”

Kraig - Ball State University - 2010 Spring Audit Full Time

“Working at DOZ provides experience that I believe is unparalleled in the realm of spring accounting internships!  You work alongside full-time staff  who promise to give you a very challenging work load.  Everyone here is very helpful, so anytime you have a question, there is someone to answer it.  At DOZ, the atmosphere makes working hard enjoyable, and I believe it is the people here that make that possible.  This is my second year as an intern here, and I would highly recommend it to anyone.”

Mallory - IUPUI - Spring 2010 and 2009 Tax Intern

“I chose to complete the DOZ internship for one reason- to see if accounting was truly what I wanted to do.  After working at DOZ during the most stressful time of the year, I realize that this is exactly what I want.  The people are great, the atmosphere is great, and the experience that I gained is as valuable as you can get.  It’s truly amazing how everything you learn in school comes together during an audit of a client.  During the first two weeks of my internship, I was already completing audits, writing financial statements, and reviewing full audit reports.  If given the opportunity to accept an internship offer here at DOZ, I would definitely encourage it.  The experience that you will gain will be one you’ll never regret."

Ken - Ball State University - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“I set high expectations going into the internship with DOZ and it turned out to be exactly what I wanted.  I was looking for an internship that would expose me to the world of public accounting, would give me on the job experience that school cannot, and would place me with employees who are willing to teach.  All three of these expectations were met and even exceeded.  DOZ gives their interns the responsibility of completing their own audits from start to finish.  There are staff members that are assigned to help you along the way, but after several audits, you really learn how to do it by yourself.  I wasn’t sure if taking a semester off from school was the right thing to do because graduation was so close, but after completing the internship, I know I gained more valuable resources than I would have in classes.  I have learned more than I thought I would in just three months and feel more equipped for the rest of school and for when I start working full time.”

Scott - IUPUI - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“DOZ creates a high-intensity atmosphere that challenges their interns to deliver at a consistently high level.  This is a very effective motivator, but not as effective as the consistently helpful staff.  Each and every member of the DOZ staff has gone out of their way to welcome and guide us through that wild, yearly experience called… BUSY SEASON.  Everyone at DOZ wants you to succeed, and they will expertly guide you through each step of the way until the audit or tax return is finalized.  You gain valuable experience in putting together the final package the client receives, from the preliminary gathering of information to tying it all together and readying it for submission.  It is the most valuable learning experience being offered to an intern staff, hands down, and it is the most effective internship program in the state.  It builds confidence, skill, self-motivation, and belief in your ability to deliver a quality product.  I feel fortunate that I was given this opportunity to work at DOZ.  It has been a great experience, and I have gained a better understanding of what public accounting has to offer, but even more… I have gained a better understanding of what I have to offer.  Thanks to DOZ’s mentoring, that’s huge, in many ways.”

Cheryl - IUPUI - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“Working at DOZ has been one of the best experiences of my life.  Not only do I feel like I accomplished something during my internship, but I also learned a lot in doing so.   I couldn’t believe how much the Firm trusted me to complete full audits on my own, after just the first week!  Everyone I met at DOZ was extremely helpful and friendly, especially when the going got tough.  There was never a time when I felt completely lost on an audit because it was always so easy to get help.  I learned so many things during my internship that I could have never learned in a classroom setting.  I was amazed at how fast busy season flew by.  This is due to the positive attitude that surrounds DOZ and its workers, combined with the effective way the internship is managed.  This was definitely an experience I could not have found at another firm.“

Jonathan - Purdue University - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“I could not have imagined receiving more from my DOZ internship experience.  In my opinion, the best way to learn is by doing, and at DOZ, interns are given the opportunity to complete full audits within the first week of the internship. The staff was extremely friendly, helpful, and supportive in teaching how to put a quality audit work paper package together. The responsibility given to interns provides us the opportunity to have a real impact on the Firm, and makes for an even more rewarding experience. Overall, my internship experience with DOZ completely surpassed my expectations. I learned more in three months than I thought was possible in a year at school. This experience will undoubtedly prove invaluable in my future academic and career aspirations.”

Sean - Purdue University - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

"My internship at DOZ has been one of the most challenging experiences of my life. I learned more in the 14 weeks at DOZ then I ever thought I could. The real world application of creating financial statements and audit reports cannot be matched in a college classroom. I had no intention of taking an internship before I graduated, but decided to go through the interview process to see what it was like. After talking with the DOZ interviewers, I decided that taking an internship at DOZ would be a great way to find out if auditing was the right career choice for me. The idea of working for a smaller, more casual firm appealed to me. The atmosphere at DOZ is very upbeat and positive. Working 65 hours a week can be tiring, but having good people around you that let you know that you are all in it together and want you to succeed makes it alot easier. Although I may not end up working for DOZ after I graduate, I couldn’t be happier that I accepted the internship. If given the opportunity to do it all over again, I would still make the same choice."

Ryan - IUPUI - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“The experience I had during my internship at DOZ was amazing. There was so much responsibility handed to me from the first day that it made me feel like I really was an important part of the team. I never thought that I would be prepared for such an intense job after one week of training, but the staff led great training sessions and were willing to help whenever I needed them. I was on one client for a majority of my internship, but the staff around me tried their best to expose me to every aspect of the auditing process and the different types of audits DOZ performs. The hours were not as bad as I thought they would be; the time went by very quickly. The experience and knowledge I gained were definitely worth the long days at the office. I have learned so much throughout this internship and DOZ has convinced me that public accounting is the place I want to be.”

Brittany - IUPUI - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“My internship experience at DOZ was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.  In my three months as an intern, I completed numerous audits from the beginning phases through the report writing process.  When you are given the responsibility to complete an entire audit, it really gives you a sense of ownership once the final product is created.  As a college student, I only knew accounting through a textbook, but after working at DOZ for three months, I learned so much about the accounting and auditing process and its real life application.  Aside from the work itself, the staff at DOZ is incredibly helpful and welcoming.  By working for a number of in-charges and managers, I truly learned from a wide knowledge base.   Overall, the opportunity that I was given at DOZ has been incredible.  It is a learning experience like no other, and the people and culture of DOZ make the experience that much better.”

Kyle - Purdue University - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“At first I was hesitant to take a semester off from school to complete an internship, but now I can’t imagine never having had this experience at DOZ.  Working at DOZ for the past three months has made a large impact on the way I see public accounting.  Although I did put in long hours, I felt rewarded by how much I learned and the responsibility given to me.  I completed many audits from start to finish and also had the chance to work on cost certifications.  I really felt that I was part of a team effort and that my work was making a difference.  Everyone I worked with was always friendly and willing to lend a hand.  We also got a chance to relax and enjoy hanging out with everyone at the firm every Saturday during our weekly events as well as on special occasions such as the intern versus staff basketball game.  I would definitely recommend an internship at DOZ to anyone considering a career in accounting."

Whitney - Indiana State University - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“Working with DOZ has been a valuable experience for me.  This was the first internship that allowed me to work on a project from beginning to end and see how the efforts paid off.   It was a great opportunity to be able to step out of the classroom and apply my knowledge. Being able to work one on one with the audit managers, the senior auditors, and the audit staff was a rewarding experience.  I also appreciated the constant communication and honest feedback from everyone. I truly felt like a valuable part of the team. DOZ was a fun and exciting place to work!"

Katie - Indiana State University - 2010 Spring Audit Intern

“My internship at DOZ was everything that I could have ever asked for and more.  Interns are able to see all stages of the audit process -  from completing the workpapers to writing the report  to running the final changes and seeing the audit go out the door.   You learn more in three months than you could ever imagine!  Working long hours is not the easiest, but the people here really care about you and your progress both in and out of the work setting.  This makes the experience all the more enjoyable.  I can’t imagine having interned anywhere else!"

Erika - Ball State University - 2010 Spring Audit Intern