Assurance Intern - Summer 2027

About the role#

As an Assurance Intern, you will work alongside experienced team members to gain hands-on experience in the accounting industry. This role focuses on applying your educational background to support audit engagements, problem-solving, and building professional relationships within the firm.

What you'll do#

• Participate in a structured on-the-job training program to build familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).
• Assist with various stages of the audit process by applying BDO-specific audit methodology.
• Prepare and document work in working papers using firm-specific tools and templates.
• Communicate with clients, customers, creditors, and banks regarding audit issues.
• Complete an assigned accounting or audit-related research project and present your findings to a panel of Assurance professionals.
• Contribute ideas to audit teams and provide support to staff during engagements.

What you'll need#

• Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Accounting is required; a Master's degree in Accounting is preferred.
• 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 as directed.
• Leadership experience is preferred.

Location & details#

• Location: San Francisco, California.
• Term: Summer 2027.
• Modality: On-site.
• Compensation: This is a paid internship. Hourly rates in California range from $40.00 to $45.00, depending on factors such as qualifications, experience, skills, and specific geography.