Co-op or Intern, Assurance (Fall 2026)

BDO • St. John's, NL

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Our St John's office is currently looking for 1 Co-op Student or Intern to join the Assurance team from September to December 2026. This role involves utilizing technical knowledge from courses to carry out work projects and assignments, preparing and completing working papers, financial statements, and notice to reader engagements per regulatory standards, gathering evidence for Assurance and Accounting engagements, building positive working relationships with clients, and effectively communicating with team members regarding progress updates and issues.

Requirements

• Currently working towards a degree/diploma, focused in accounting
• A desire to provide outstanding client service and a commitment to teamwork
• Proven leadership skill and can take initiative to seek understanding
• Display strong problem solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect & Collaboration
• Understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high-quality work
• Identify, recommend, & are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• Share in an inclusive & engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent
• Actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• Grow your expertise through learning & professional development.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently utilize technical knowledge from courses to carry out work projects and assignments
• Prepare and complete working papers, financial statements, and notice to reader engagements per regulatory standards
• Gather evidence for Assurance and Accounting engagements
• Build positive working relationships with clients and effectively respond to request and suggestions
• Effectively communicate with team members regarding progress updates and issues on an ongoing basis.

Benefits

• Competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution
• Flexible benefits from day one
• Market leading personal time off policy
• Reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle
• Reimbursement of exam fees
• Enrollment in Canada’s leading CFE prep course
• Flexible options for study leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree