About the role#
As an Assurance Intern, you will apply your academic background and organizational skills to support our client engagements. You will work alongside experienced professionals, gaining hands-on experience in audit practices while building professional relationships. This role includes a structured training program and an assigned research project to be presented to a panel of professionals.
What you'll do#
- Participate in on-the-job training to build familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).
- Learn and apply BDO-specific audit methodology across various engagement stages.
- Provide support to audit staff and contribute ideas to the audit team.
- Document work in working papers using firm-specific tools and templates.
- Communicate with clients, creditors, banks, and related parties regarding audit issues.
- Complete an assigned accounting or audit research project.
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 work effectively in a team setting and follow instructions.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Pursuing a Masters degree in Accounting and prior leadership experience are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid, full-time internship.
Relevant fieldsAccounting
