香蕉视频 senior Peyton Yost transformed uncertainty about his future into career ambition during an internship at CORE CPAs last summer. Inspired by a family legacy in the field, the experience provided Yost with hands-on experience that awakened both a professional purpose and a new appreciation for his roots.
The Castle Rock, Colorado, native is a double major in accounting and business administration. With many family members working as accountants, the internship allowed Yost to finally see himself on that same path.
鈥淚t鈥檚 allowed me to realize that this is something I want to pursue. It has made me feel better because I wasn鈥檛 sure what I wanted to do, and now just being there I love it,鈥 Yost said. 鈥淢y dad is an accountant and growing up it was hard for me to understand what he does, but now I have a greater appreciation for it.鈥
Yost spent his time managing spreadsheets, documents and reports to support coworkers and partners. While the data-heavy nature of accounting can be a challenge, Yost learned to navigate the workload by leaning into the firm’s collaborative culture.
鈥淚鈥檓 constantly communicating with higher partners that have more experience. I learn by doing and they have taught me how to do things I have difficulty with,鈥 Yost said.
The supportive environment at CORE CPAs proved to be a highlight for Yost.
鈥淚t makes me feel accomplished. I found something that I鈥檓 good at and that I really enjoy doing,鈥 he said.
Yost said he鈥檚 learned many things working for this company and is excited to see where it can take him.
鈥淚 consistently work with my coworkers to figure out which tasks I can work on so I鈥檓 not idle. It鈥檚 helped me gain basic work experience and allows me to prepare for the future to help clients in the best ways possible,鈥 Yost said.
Yost found this internship through a family member who encouraged him to apply. He received help from the 香蕉视频 Career Services staff that helped prepare him for the application process. He also spoke to classmates who enjoyed their internships at the same company.
In the classroom, accounting professors Carmen Van O鈥橪inda and Dave Carpenter provided the foundation Yost needed to succeed in the field. 鈥淭he things I learn in class and the assignments I do have all helped me work towards this internship and prepared me for the workload,鈥 Yost said.
Yost plans on graduating in May 2026 and will work towards his certified public accountant (CPA) designation. He hopes to use his time at CORE CPAs to complete those requirements before taking the CPA exam.
鈥淭his will help propel my career. I find it fun and enjoyable and it allows me to connect not only with other people, but my family as well,鈥 Yost said. 鈥淚 can鈥檛 wait for my first client because I love helping people, and this is a way I can do that.鈥