About the role#
The Indigenous Summer Internship in the Assurance practice is designed for students who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis). This program offers an opportunity to explore a career in professional services while contributing to our commitment to reconciliation. You will work alongside experienced teams, gain hands-on experience, and build a professional network across the firm. This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Analyze client financial statements to identify potential audit issues or unusual relationships.
- Document the execution of specific audit procedures based on engagement objectives and planned approaches.
- Challenge existing procedures and look for ways to enhance audit techniques.
- Contribute to team development through collaboration, integrity, and leadership.
What you'll need#
- Self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis).
- Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting.
- On track to complete all prerequisite courses required to begin the CPA PEP program upon graduation (for External Audit roles).
- An agile, growth-oriented mindset with a curious and purpose-driven approach.
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
- A strong commitment to teamwork and integrity.
- Fluency in French and English is required for all roles based in Quebec.
Location & details#
- Locations: Toronto, London, Ottawa, Waterloo, and Vancouver.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
About EY
EY provides professional services including assurance, consulting, tax, and strategy. The firm operates in over 150 countries and maintains a global workforce of more than 400,000 employees. It is headquartered in London and functions as a privately held organization. The company focuses on services for clients across various sectors.
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