Intern Spotlight – Shelby Perry

Shelby Perry

Accounting & Outsourced Solutions Department

Grand Valley State University —Dec 2020
Major: Accounting

Shelby is originally from Eaton Rapids, Michigan. Shelby is the first from her family to attend college and her love of math and problem solving led her to pursue an Accounting degree. Shelby enjoys snowmobiling, hunting, and fishing in her spare time.

Why did you choose Maner Costerisan to intern with?
I attended Maner’s Live the Dream program and really enjoyed the people and the atmosphere.

What has been your favorite thing about working at Maner Costerisan?
The flexible hours and I look forward to coming to work in the morning!

What was your first day at Maner Costerisan like?
A lot of new information, new faces and definitely a lot of smiles! I went home ready to come back!

What are your duties as an intern?
Currently I am assisting the Accounting & Outsourced Solutions department with anything they need help with. So far I have been stuffing W-2s, entering transactions, and scanning documents.

What has been the most rewarding part of your internship so far?
The knowledge and deeper insight into the public accounting world.

What advice or tips would you give to a new intern?
Carry a note pad with you and don’t be shy!