Assurance Intern

Job Description

Assurance Intern – Winter 2027 (Anchorage) | BDO USA

The Tone:
This is a seasonal internship at BDO USA, located in Anchorage, AK, designed for energetic self-starters who are ready to think and act like entrepreneurs within a professional services environment. BDO provides comprehensive assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world, aiming to be the trusted partner clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. As an intern in the Assurance practice, you will apply your educational background and organizational skills to serve a dynamic client base, assisting in problem-solving and fact-finding alongside experienced team members. This role offers a unique hands-on perspective on the firm’s practices, culture, and people, providing essential direction, coaching, and learning opportunities to help you forge critical professional relationships and maximize your career success.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: In-person, Anchorage, AK
• Pay: $32.00/hr – $45.00/hr
• Mission: To support BDO’s Assurance practice by assisting more experienced team members in problem-solving and fact-finding for dynamic clients.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

What You’ll Actually Do
• Training: Participate in a structured on-the-job training program, gaining foundational knowledge and practical application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).
• Methodology: Become familiar with BDO specific audit methodology, applying these established processes to assist with various stages of the audit engagement process.
• Support: Provide various essential support functions to the audit staff, contributing directly to the efficiency and success of client engagements.
• Communication: Engage in professional communication with clients’ customers, creditors, banks, and other related parties to gather necessary information and resolve audit issues.
• Documentation: Accurately prepare and meticulously document work in working papers, utilizing BDO specific tools and templates to ensure compliance and clarity.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level professional enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Accounting.
• Experience: No specific professional experience required beyond academic coursework.
• Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Bonus: Pursuing a Master’s degree in Accounting; actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA; leadership experience; strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to follow instructions as directed; ability to work effectively in a team setting; positive attitude and willingness to learn.