Embark Scholar Intern

Job Description

About KPMG

KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing audit, tax and advisory services. They are known for being a great place to work and build a career, driven by delivering real results for their clients and fostering a culture that encourages individual development, inclusivity, innovation, and community support. Their commitment to excellence has earned them consistent recognition as one of the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others.

Embark Scholar Intern Job Description

KPMG is currently seeking an Embark Scholar Intern for their Embark Scholars program. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience and learn about various aspects of professional services.

Responsibilities:

• Rotation: Rotate through KPMG’s audit, tax, and advisory businesses to gain firsthand knowledge of how they serve clients and understand the career opportunities within professional services.
• Assignments: Engage in a diverse range of assignments across different practices, working as part of engagement teams.
• Data & Analytics: Assist with data extractions and analysis to support the use of audit methodology, Data and Analytics (D&A), and tax and advisory related tasks.
• Engagement Support: Contribute to creating work paper files, preparing client reports and deliverables, and organizing business development activities.
• Analysis & Insights: Assist with identifying the scope of engagement capabilities, reviewing client materials, providing insights gained, and proposing how analysis can be leveraged for effective execution.
• Technology & Analytics: Utilize a range of technologies and analytics tools in your work.
• Financial Information Integrity: Contribute to maintaining the integrity and transparency of financial information.

Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college, university, or community college.
• Pursuing or intending to pursue a Bachelor or Master of Accountancy, Taxation, or other related degree.
• Intention to obtain a CPA is preferred for accounting majors.
• Must have completed at least 1 semester of coursework at the time of application.
• Upon completion of the Embark Scholars internship program, candidates must have at least 3 additional semesters to complete before obtaining their degree and/or CPA eligibility requirements.
• Preferred GPA of 3.00 or above.
• Demonstrates or conveys a commitment to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, respecting and valuing differences among all people.
• Prior participation in KPMG leadership programs (e.g., Rise, Talent +) or other organizations’ leadership programs is a preferred qualification.
• Excellent communication, task, time management, and leadership skills.
• Flexible and adaptable team player with strong resourcefulness in delivering high-quality work.
• Must reside within a commutable distance to the office and be able to travel to work locations using own means of transportation.
• Work location may be in the office, but could be at client sites, some of which may require travel and overnight/extended stay.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship.

KPMG is committed to providing a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to its employees. They are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring.