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Assurance Intern – Winter 2028 (Metairie) | BDO USA
The Tone:
This is a seasonal internship at BDO USA, located in Metairie, LA. BDO is a place for energetic self-starters who can think and act like entrepreneurs, providing assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and globally. As an Assurance Intern, you will begin to utilize your educational background and organizational skills to serve the firm’s dynamic client base. This role offers a unique hands-on perspective on the firm’s practices and people, allowing you to gain experience and forge critical relationships that will help maximize your career success.
The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: In-person Metairie, LA
• Pay: $32–$45 hourly
• Mission: Assist in problem solving and fact-finding within the Assurance practice, serving dynamic clients and gaining hands-on experience.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
What You’ll Actually Do
• Learn Audit Methodology: Participate in structured training to become familiar with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), and BDO’s specific audit methodology.
• Support Audit Engagements: Provide various support functions to the audit staff throughout different stages of engagements.
• Communicate with Stakeholders: Interact with clients’ customers, creditors, banks, and related parties regarding audit issues.
• Document Work Papers: Prepare and document work in working papers using BDO’s specific tools and templates.
• Conduct Research & Present: Complete assigned accounting or audit-related research projects and present findings to Assurance professionals.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level, actively enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program in Accounting.
• Experience: No specific years required; leadership experience is preferred.
• Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); 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; actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA.
• Bonus: Pursuing a masters degree in Accounting.
