About the role#
As an Assurance Intern, you will work alongside experienced team members to gain hands-on experience in the audit practice. This role provides an opportunity to apply your educational background to real-world client engagements while building professional relationships and developing your accounting career.
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.
- Provide support functions to audit staff throughout engagement lifecycles.
- Communicate with client representatives, including customers, creditors, and banks, regarding audit issues.
- Prepare and document work in working papers using firm tools and templates.
- Contribute ideas and opinions to audit teams.
- Complete an assigned accounting or audit-related research project and present findings to a panel of Assurance professionals.
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.
- Leadership experience is preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to follow directions and work effectively in a team environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Baltimore, Maryland
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Status: Full-time, paid internship
Relevant fieldsAccounting
