About the role#
As an Assurance Intern, you will gain hands-on experience by working alongside experienced team members. You will assist with fact-finding and problem solving while learning about our firm’s practices. This role is designed to help you build professional relationships and gain insight into the accounting field.
What you'll do#
- Participate in a structured training program to learn Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.
- Become familiar with BDO audit methodology.
- Provide support to audit staff during engagements.
- Communicate with clients, creditors, banks, and related parties regarding audit issues.
- Prepare and document work in working papers using firm tools and templates.
- Share your ideas and opinions with your audit team.
- Complete an accounting or audit research project and present your findings to a panel of professionals.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelors or Masters program in Accounting.
- Active pursuit of school credits required to become a CPA.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
- A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
- Leadership experience is preferred, as is a focus on a Masters degree in Accounting.
Location & details#
- Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
- Term: Summer 2028.
- Type: Full-time internship.
- Work modality: On-site.
About BDO USA
BDO USA provides audit, tax, and advisory services to middle market businesses and global organizations. The firm operates as a partnership and functions as the U.S. member of the BDO International network. Headquartered in Chicago, the company maintains a large national presence with over 11,000 employees. It focuses on helping clients manage financial, regulatory, and operational challenges.
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