Assurance Intern - Summer 2027 (Chicago)

BDO USA • Chicago, IL

20h • $36 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

BDO is seeking energetic self-starters for an Internship in their Assurance practice. Interns will utilize their educational background and organizational skills to serve the firm's dynamic client base. This role involves assisting in problem-solving and fact-finding, working alongside experienced team members who provide direction, coaching, and learning opportunities. The internship offers hands-on experience with the firm's practices and people, and helps build critical relationships for career success.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program in Accounting, required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint, required
• Actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA

Nice To Haves

• Pursuing a masters degree in Accounting, preferred
• Leadership experience, preferred
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being.
• Qualified retirement plan
• Comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern