Audit Summer 2027 Internship

Job Description

Job Description: Audit Summer 2027 Internship – White Plains, NY

Are you an ambitious accounting student eager to embark on a transformative career journey? CohnReznick invites motivated, high-achieving college students with a passion for Accounting to join our team for a Summer 2027 Audit Internship. This is a unique opportunity to gain invaluable hands-on experience within a top professional services firm, thrive in a collaborative environment, work alongside diverse teams, and make a tangible impact.

About CohnReznick:
CohnReznick is a leading professional services firm dedicated to helping organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value. Operating through two distinct entities—CohnReznick LLP (focused on assurance services) and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (providing advisory and tax services)—the firm delivers deep industry knowledge, strong relationships, tailored solutions, and strategic insights. With a nationwide presence and global reach as an independent member of Nexia, CohnReznick serves diverse organizations worldwide.

Internship Details:
We are actively seeking Audit Summer Interns to join our dynamic team in our White Plains, NY office for the Summer 2027 period (June – August). This internship offers a real-world introduction to the auditing profession.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid Model
This position is considered hybrid, emphasizing intentional in-person collaboration. While the specific in-office cadence is determined at the team level, professionals are encouraged to be in the office or together in person on average 3 days a week. Most CohnReznick professionals reside within commuting distance of an office, fostering strong team connections.

Your Team:
At CohnReznick, you’ll be integrated into a supportive and structured team environment designed for your growth:

• Engagement Team: You will collaborate closely with a multi-level team comprising other Interns, Associates, Senior Associates, Managers, Senior Managers, and Partners, gaining exposure to various roles and responsibilities.
• Industries: Benefit from exposure to a wide array of clients across diverse industries. While specific clients vary by office, our firm serves sectors such as Consumer & Industrial, Financial Sponsors & Financial Services, Life Sciences & Healthcare, Public Sector, Real Estate, Renewable Energy, Technology & Media, and Private Client Services.
• Office Environment: Enjoy a modern, state-of-the-art office designed to foster your success. Our spaces feature amenities and collaborative areas perfect for connecting, learning, and growing alongside fellow interns and experienced professionals.
• Performance Coach: You will be assigned a dedicated Performance Coach who will meet with you regularly to help establish professional goals, provide constructive feedback, and offer support to guide your career path. Many of our current Managers and Partners began their careers as CohnReznick Interns, highlighting our commitment to internal growth.
• CR Friend: A designated peer will serve as your go-to person, providing initial support, answering your questions, and helping you feel welcomed and integrated from day one.

Why CohnReznick?
Joining CohnReznick means becoming part of a team genuinely committed to your professional development. We provide ample opportunities to build essential skills, engage in meaningful collaboration, and make a significant impact throughout your career journey.

Your Role: Audit Summer Intern
As an Audit Summer Intern, you will play a key supporting role within our audit teams. This position offers invaluable hands-on experience with fundamental accounting and auditing practices. You’ll gain exposure to a diverse client base and various industries, collaborate directly with seasoned professionals, and benefit from structured mentorship designed to accelerate your development.

Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To:

• Actively participate in various aspects of an audit engagement, including tasks related to cash management, bank reconciliations, accounts payable, searching for unrecorded liabilities, maintaining confirmation logs, and meticulously preparing audit work papers.
• Assist with audits, reviews, compilations, and other accounting services, gaining a broad understanding of assurance functions.
• Take part in resolving audit issues by effectively obtaining necessary evidence and making inquiries of clients, while actively assisting the team with daily client workflow and administrative tasks.
• Collaborate with other interns and professionals on hands-on projects, enabling you to build real-world skills, expand your professional network, and position yourself for success in the competitive accounting industry.

The Successful Candidate Will Have:
We are looking for individuals who meet the following qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• On track to complete 150 credit hours for CPA eligibility between May 2027 and September 2028.
• A strong academic record, demonstrated by a minimum 3.2 GPA in both your major and overall coursework.
• Must have successfully completed Intermediate Accounting with a grade of B or higher.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in student groups, extracurricular activities, or team-based academic projects.
• Possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and exhibit sharp critical thinking abilities.
• Comfortable navigating and thriving in fast-paced environments and adaptable to change.
• Must have advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint, and a strong eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

Universal Job Standards:
Please review our Universal Job Standards for additional firm-wide expectations.

Compensation & Benefits:
In New York, the salary for an Audit Summer Intern is $34 per hour. This salary is an integral component of the comprehensive CohnReznick total rewards package, which also includes access to best-in-class learning and development platforms to support your continuous growth. To discover more about life at CohnReznick, please visit Life at CohnReznick.

Important Disclosures:
“CohnReznick” is the brand name encompassing CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC and their respective subsidiaries, through which professional services are provided. CohnReznick LLP, a licensed CPA firm, provides attest services. CohnReznick Advisory LLC, which is not a licensed CPA firm, provides tax and business consulting services. This structure adheres to AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws.

CohnReznick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive team to drive business results and create a better future for our team members, clients, partners, and communities. We believe in the power of a diverse workforce to match our growth ambitions and promote inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please refer to the Equal Employment Opportunity Posters.

If you are an individual with a disability requiring assistance at any point during our recruitment process, please contact us at CRaccommodation@cohnreznick.com. Please note: This email address is exclusively for individuals with disabilities needing assistance and is not for general inquiries about positions or application statuses.

CohnReznick does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless an active written agreement is in place with CohnReznick Talent Acquisition Team for a specified opening. Any unsolicited resume submitted will be understood as granting CohnReznick the right to hire the applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting agency or entity.