The Accounting Internship (ACC399) course allows students to earn one credit by working in an accounting position, for a period of at least 4 weeks. Students are required to write a report about their daily activities. The report forms the basis of their supervision and evaluation by the instructor.

Course objectives: To gain hands-on experience in the accountancy profession (accounting, auditing or taxation) in order to integrate the acquired theoretical accounting knowledge with practical experience.

When can I register for the accounting internship?

Accounting students are encouraged to register for the course and do their internships upon attaining junior standing. The Accounting Internship is offered during the Summer Semester.

Where can the internship be done?

The accounting internship should be done in an accounting/accounting-related department of a well-known company. The company could be a national company, a branch of an international company or a non-national company. Students must get the approval of the ACC399 instructor on the company and the internship position, to ensure that they fulfill the course requirements.

How do I register for the ACC399 course?

1. Secure an internship position in a well-known company*.
2. Get the approval of the ACC399 instructor.
3. Register after getting the approval of the instructor.

For registration, kindly download the form, fill it out and submit it by email to the internship instructor

How is my internship evaluated?

• Two written reports should be provided during the internship period, describing the tasks and responsibilities assigned and the practical knowledge gained on-job. 
• A student evaluation form should be completed by the intern’s supervisor at the firm.
• Prior training or internships will not be considered, as students should be enrolled in ACC399 and working under the supervision of the instructor during the internship period.
• The internship course instructor evaluates and grades the student’s performance.

Reports to be submitted: 

1. Interim report(halfway through the internship)
2. Final report(the student evaluation of the internship experience)

Internship Instructor:

Dr. Sonia Hajjar
shajjar@lau.edu.lb
+961 1 786456 ext. 1430
AKSOB 1508
LAU Beirut Campus

*The Career and Placement Officeat AKSOB assists students in securing internships. Students are encouraged to arrange for a meeting with the career and placement officer, Ms. Lina Abou Chacra. 

lina.abouchacra@lau.edu.lb
+961 1 786456 ext. 1775
Orme Grey, 5th Floor, Room 529
LAU Beirut Campus