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Intern, Assurance – Assurance Practice
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Job Description
Assurance Intern – Summer 2027 (San Jose) | BDO USA
The Tone:
This is a seasonal, temporary internship at BDO USA, located in San Jose, CA. BDO is a leading organization providing assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and globally. This role offers an energetic self-starter the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the firm’s Assurance practice, learning audit methodologies and contributing to client engagements. It is crucial for developing foundational skills and building relationships essential for a successful career in accounting.
The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal, Temporary
• Location: In-person, San Jose, CA
• Pay: $40–$45 hourly
• Team: Works side-by-side with more experienced team members in the Assurance practice.
• Mission: The mission is to assist in problem-solving and fact-finding for clients, supporting audit staff through various stages of the audit process.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
What You’ll Actually Do
• Training: Participate in a structured on-the-job training program to become familiar with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.
• Audit Methodology: Become familiar with BDO specific audit methodology to assist with various stages of the audit process.
• Client Communication: Communicate with the clients’ customers, creditors, banks, and related parties concerning audit issues.
• Documentation: Prepare and document work in working papers utilizing BDO specific tools and templates.
• Research: Complete one assigned accounting or audit related research project and present findings to a panel of Assurance professionals.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Accounting. This is an entry-level position.
• Experience: No specific years of experience are required.
• Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint); strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to follow instructions as directed; ability to work effectively in a team setting.
• Bonus: Pursuing a Master’s degree in Accounting; leadership experience; actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA; positive attitude and willingness to learn.
