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Assurance Intern – Audit Accounting
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Job Description
Assurance Intern – Winter 2028 (Charlotte) | BDO USA
The Tone:
This is an in-person internship at BDO USA, located in Charlotte, NC. BDO is a global organization that provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. This role is for energetic self-starters who want to gain hands-on experience and build foundational relationships within the firm’s assurance practice. Interns are expected to think and act like entrepreneurs, contributing to client engagements and learning from experienced team members. The opportunity is designed to offer a unique perspective on the firm’s practices and foster career development.
The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: In-person – Charlotte, NC
• Pay: $32–$45 hourly
• Mission: This person will begin to utilize their educational background and organizational skills to support audit engagements, learn BDO’s methodology, and contribute to problem-solving and fact-finding for clients.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
What You’ll Actually Do
• Training: Participate in a structured on-the-job training program to become familiar with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.
• Methodology Application: Become familiar with BDO specific audit methodology to assist with various stages of the audit process.
• Engagement Support: Provide various support functions to the audit staff during client engagements.
• Client Communication: Communicate with clients’ customers, creditors, banks, and related parties concerning audit issues.
• Documentation: Prepare and document work in working papers utilizing BDO specific tools and templates.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level; Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Accounting.
• Experience: No specific years of experience required.
• Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Bonus: Pursuing a Master’s degree in Accounting; Leadership experience; Actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA; 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.
