Audit Intern

Job Description

Audit Summer Internship 2027 | Withum

The Tone:
This is an Audit Summer Internship at Withum, with opportunities available across various office locations. Withum is recognized as a place where talent thrives, offering a supportive environment with endless opportunities for professional growth. The firm cultivates entrepreneurial energy and inclusive teamwork, which together lead to exponential results. This internship is designed to provide valuable hands-on public accounting experience, allowing interns to work alongside a dedicated group of top professionals who are eager to share their extensive wealth of knowledge and experience. Interns will gain practical exposure to essential aspects of the field, including internal controls, financial reporting, and critical regulatory standards, while exploring different industries and connecting with Withum’s diverse teams.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal, Part-time to Full-time
• Location: In-person, various office locations
• Pay: $25–$38 hourly
• Mission: To support the auditing team by actively assisting with financial reviews, comprehensive data analysis, and meticulous compliance checks, thereby gaining valuable hands-on experience in the dynamic field of public accounting and auditing.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Review: Systematically analyze and critically review client accounting records and financial statements to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established financial guidelines.
• Internal Control Evaluation: Proactively evaluate internal control systems, assess potential audit risk, determine materiality thresholds, and ensure compliance with all applicable auditing standards through thorough inquiry, observation, and detailed review processes.
• Workpaper Preparation: Contribute to and assist in preparing detailed workpapers that effectively support all audit procedures performed, maintaining clear and organized documentation for client engagements.
• Substantive Testing: Execute substantive testing and perform rigorous analytical review procedures to validate financial data, identify trends, and pinpoint any potential discrepancies or areas of concern.
• Engagement Support: Provide comprehensive assistance with various client engagements and actively contribute to other assigned projects, offering practical exposure to diverse industries and business environments.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an Entry-Level position specifically tailored for students. Applicants must currently be enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree program, identifying as a Junior or Senior Accounting Major or studying in a related business field. Alternatively, candidates pursuing an MBA with a declared Accounting track program are also eligible for consideration.
• Experience: No specific prior professional experience is explicitly required for this internship, as its primary purpose is to offer hands-on learning. However, successful candidates must be able to work a minimum of 20 to 40 hours per week for the entire duration of the internship, which spans from June to August. This commitment is essential for maximizing the learning experience.
• Skills: Candidates must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills for effective team collaboration and client interaction, coupled with strong computer skills for data analysis, reporting, and utilizing various accounting software. The practical ability to commute to one of Withum’s designated office locations is also a mandatory requirement.
• Bonus: A preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is considered a valuable qualification for all applicants, reflecting academic achievement and dedication.