Audit Intern

Job Description

Audit Spring Internship 2027 | Withum

The Tone:
This is an in-person Audit Spring Internship for 2027 at Withum, scheduled to commence in January and conclude in April, with required hours ranging from part-time to full-time based on specific office needs. Withum is recognized as a place where individual talent is highly valued and nurtured, offering endless opportunities for professional growth and development. The firm fosters a unique environment where entrepreneurial energy combined with inclusive teamwork, consistently delivers exponential results for its diverse client base. This internship provides a transformative opportunity for students to explore various industries, acquire new skills, and connect with a diverse team of accounting professionals. It’s designed to offer hands-on public accounting experience, imparting crucial knowledge in internal controls, financial reporting, and regulatory standards, thus empowering interns to envision and shape their careers within the field. The commitment to individual contribution is encapsulated in the firm’s philosophy: “Withum Plus You – that’s the Power in the Plus!”

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time to Full-time (20-40 hours per week)
• Location: In-person at one of Withum’s office locations
• Pay: $25–$38 hourly
• Mission: To contribute to the auditing team by performing financial reviews, data analysis, and compliance checks, gaining practical public accounting experience with top professionals in the field.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Analysis: Analyze and review client accounting records and financial statements to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy.
• Control Evaluation: Evaluate internal control systems, assess audit risk and materiality, and ensure compliance with auditing standards through inquiry, observation, and detailed review.
• Workpaper Preparation: Assist in preparing detailed workpapers that effectively support all audit procedures performed and findings observed.
• Substantive Testing: Perform substantive testing and analytical review procedures to rigorously examine financial data and transactions.
• Engagement Support: Assist with various client engagements and other assigned projects, gaining broad exposure to public accounting practices across different business environments.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Hold a Junior or Senior standing as an Accounting Major or a related Business Major, or be an MBA Candidate actively enrolled in an Accounting track program.
• Experience: Demonstrate the ability to commit to working a minimum of 20 hours up to 40 hours per week throughout the internship period.
• Skills: Possess excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication and strong computer skills for utilizing relevant software and tools.
• Bonus: Maintain a preferred academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.