Audit Summer 2027 Internship

Job Description

Job Description: Audit Summer 2027 Internship – New York City, NY

Are you an accounting student eager to launch your career with hands-on experience at a top professional services firm? CohnReznick is seeking motivated, high-achieving college students passionate about Accounting and eager to take on new challenges. If you thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy working with diverse teams, and want to make a real impact, this opportunity is for you!

About CohnReznick:
CohnReznick helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value. The firm provides assurance services through CohnReznick LLP and advisory and tax services through CohnReznick Advisory LLC. Together, they offer clients deep industry knowledge, solutions for unique business goals and risks, and insights on emerging market forces. With offices nationwide, CohnReznick serves organizations globally as an independent member of Nexia. CohnReznick LLP is a licensed CPA firm providing attest services, while CohnReznick Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services.

Internship Opportunity:
This is an exciting career opportunity for a Summer 2027 (June-August) Audit Intern in the New York City, NY office. The program is designed to provide hands-on experience in accounting and auditing practices, exposure to diverse clients and industries, and mentorship from seasoned professionals to accelerate your development.

Work Environment:
Most CohnReznick professionals live within commuting distance of an office. This position is considered hybrid, encouraging team members to be thoughtful and intentional in creating opportunities for in-person collaboration. Professionals are encouraged to be in the office/together in person on average 3 days a week. The modern office environment is designed for success, featuring amenities and collaborative spaces for connection, learning, and growth.

Your Team & Support System:
• Engagement Team: You will work closely with a team comprising other Interns, Associates, Senior Associates, Managers, Senior Managers, and Partners.
• Industries: CohnReznick serves a variety of clients across diverse industries, including Consumer & Industrial, Financial Sponsors & Financial Services, Life Sciences & Healthcare, Public Sector, Real Estate, Renewable Energy, Technology & Media, and Private Client Services (varies by office).
• Performance Coach: A dedicated coach will meet with you to establish goals, provide feedback, and offer support to guide your career path. Many current Managers and Partners began their careers as CR Interns.
• CR Friend: A designated peer who will serve as your go-to person for questions and help you acclimate from day one.

Why CohnReznick?
CohnReznick is committed to professional growth, offering opportunities to build skills, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact throughout your career journey.

Your Role & Responsibilities:
As an Audit Summer Intern, you will play a key role in supporting audit teams. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Working on all aspects of an audit engagement, including cash, bank reconciliations, accounts payable, searching for unrecorded liabilities, maintaining confirmation logs, and preparing audit work papers.
• Assisting with audits, reviews, compilations, and accounting services.
• Participating in resolving audit issues by obtaining evidence and making inquiries of clients while assisting the team with daily client workflow.
• Teaming up with other interns and professionals for hands-on projects, building real-world skills, expanding your professional network, and positioning yourself for success in the industry.

The Successful Candidate Will Have:
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• On track to complete 150 credit hours (May 2027 – September 2028) for CPA eligibility.
• Minimum 3.2 GPA in both your major and overall.
• Must have successfully completed Intermediate Accounting with a grade of B or higher.
• Leadership experience in student groups, activities, or team projects.
• Excellent communication skills and sharp critical thinking abilities.
• Comfortable navigating fast-paced environments and embracing change.
• Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and eagerness to learn new technologies.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

Candidates are also encouraged to review CohnReznick’s Universal Job Standards.

Compensation & Benefits:
In New York, the salary for an Audit Summer Intern is $34 per hour. This salary is one component of the CohnReznick total rewards package, which includes access to best-in-class learning and development platforms. To learn more about life at CohnReznick, visit Life at CohnReznick.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
CohnReznick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team to drive business results and create a better future every day for its team members, clients, partners, and communities. The firm believes a diverse workforce allows for matching growth ambitions and driving inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters.

Disability Assistance:
If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during the recruitment process, please contact CRaccommodation@cohnreznick.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.

Note on Recruiters:
CohnReznick does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are currently engaged by the CohnReznick Talent Acquisition Team by way of a written agreement to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person, or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that CohnReznick will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person, or entity.