Next summer I will be eligible to begin taking the CPA exams (graduating Dec 2023). Would you skip an internship to study for the CPA exam and take 2 tests at the end of the summer? Would you delay starting a job in Jan. to study for the next two (or whatever I have to retake)? I have a family so I’m worried about finding time to study after I start working. Thanks in advance.

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If you don't feel like you'll have enough bandwidth to balance family time with study/work, then skip the internship.

Yes, I think you should. Balance and time management will never be easy. Even if you've prepared and planned out everything, unexpected things beyond your control might happen.

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