Title: Assurance Intern - Summer 2027 (NYC) Location: New York, NY, United States Posted Date: 2026-11-03 Employment Type: Full time
Job Summary: BDO is a place for energetic self-starters who can think and act like entrepreneurs. As an Intern in our Assurance practice, you will begin to utilize your educational background as well as your organizational skills as you serve the firm's dynamic client base. You will assist in problem solving and fact-finding, working side-by-side with more experienced team members who can provide you with direction, coaching and learning opportunities. This opportunity will allow you to gain a unique hands-on perspective on our firm’s practices and people, as well as beginning to forge the critical relationships that will help maximize your chance for success in your career.
Job Duties: Typical responsibilities will include:
- Participates in a structured on-the-job training program and become familiar with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards
- Becomes familiar with BDO specific audit methodology to assist with various stages of the audit process
- Provides various support functions to the audit staff during engagement
- Communicates with the clients' customers, creditors, banks and related parties concerning audit issues
- Prepares and documents work in working papers utilizing BDO specific tools and templates
- Contributes ideas/opinions to the audit teams and listen/respond to other team members’ views
- Completes one assigned accounting or audit related research project and able to present findings to a panel of Assurance professionals
- Other duties as required
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Education:
- Enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program in Accounting, required
- Pursuing a masters degree in Accounting, preferred
Experience:
- Leadership experience, preferred
License/Certifications:
- Actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA
Software:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint, required
Other Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to follow instructions as directed
- Ability to work effectively in a team setting
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
California Range: $40.00/hr - $45.00/hr Colorado Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr Illinois Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr Maryland Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr Massachusetts Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr Minnesota Range: $32.00/hr - $36.00/hr New Jersey Range: $38.00/hr - $42.00/hr NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr Ohio Range: $33.00/hr - $37.00/hr Virginia Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr Washington Range: $35.00/hr - $40.00/hr Washington DC Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.
Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.
BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.
As technology continues to shape how we work, BDO values the ability to apply generative and agentic AI solutions to develop work products, improve workflows and identify potential risks. Across our firm, we emphasize professional judgment in validating AI-generated outputs for accuracy, quality, and compliance.
We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits * offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.
Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits. Click here to find out more!
*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
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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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