Audit Intern

Job Description

Audit Spring Internship 2027 | Withum

The Tone:
This is an Audit Spring Internship at Withum, a firm that values individual talent and fosters endless opportunities for professional growth. Withum creates an environment where entrepreneurial energy and inclusive teamwork lead to exponential results. This internship offers a unique opportunity to explore diverse industries, learn new skills, and connect with a wide range of professionals, providing deep insight into the public accounting career you envision. It is designed to be a transformative experience, where your contributions, combined with Withum’s expertise, unlock the “Power in the Plus” for your career development.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time to Full-time
• Location: Commutable to one of Withum’s office locations
• Pay: $25–$38 hourly
• Mission: Assist the auditing team with financial reviews, data analysis, and compliance checks, gaining hands-on experience in accounting and auditing.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Client Analysis: Analyze and comprehensively review client accounting records and financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Control Evaluation: Evaluate internal control systems, assess audit risk, determine materiality, and ensure compliance with auditing standards through rigorous inquiry, observation, and review.
• Workpaper Preparation: Assist in the meticulous preparation of detailed workpapers that serve as supporting documentation for audit procedures.
• Audit Testing: Perform substantive testing and conduct analytical review procedures to validate financial data and identify discrepancies.
• Project Support: Provide essential assistance with various client engagements and other assigned projects, contributing to overall team success.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Hold a Junior or Senior standing as an Accounting Major or in a Business-related field, or be an MBA Candidate actively pursuing an Accounting track program.
• Experience: Possess the ability to work a minimum of 20 to 40 hours per week and capable of commuting reliably to one of Withum’s office locations.
• Skills: Demonstrate excellent interpersonal abilities for effective collaboration and strong computer skills essential for public accounting tasks.
• Bonus: Maintain a preferred academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.