Embark Scholar Intern
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Job Description
About KPMG
KPMG is a global professional services firm providing audit, tax and advisory services to organizations in various industries. Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG prides itself on its culture which encourages individual development, embraces inclusivity, rewards innovation and supports communities. This dedication to its employees and clients has led to consistent recognition as one of the best companies to work for by esteemed publications like Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, and Fair360.
Embark Scholars Internship
KPMG is currently seeking an Embark Scholar Intern for its Embark Scholars program. This internship is designed to offer a comprehensive learning experience for aspiring professionals in the fields of audit, tax, and advisory.
Responsibilities:
• Rotation: Gain valuable insights by rotating through KPMG’s audit, tax, and advisory businesses. This will provide a firsthand understanding of how the firm serves clients and the career opportunities within professional services.
• Diverse Assignments: Engage in a variety of tasks across different practices, supporting engagement teams with audit methodology, data and analytics (D&A), and tax and advisory related activities. This includes data extraction, analysis, preparation of work paper files, client reports and deliverables, and business development.
• Client Support: Assist engagement teams in:
• Identifying the scope of engagement capabilities.
• Reviewing client materials.
• Providing insights gained from analysis.
• Proposing how analysis can be leveraged to execute engagements.
• Technology Proficiency: Leverage a range of technologies and analytics tools to contribute to the integrity and transparency of financial information.
• Professionalism and Integrity: Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility while upholding KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment.
Qualifications:
• Education: Must be enrolled in an accredited college, university, or community college and pursuing or intending to pursue a Bachelor or Master of Accountancy, Taxation, or other related degree.
• CPA Intention: Intention to obtain a CPA is preferred, especially for accounting majors.
• Coursework: Candidates must have completed at least 1 semester of coursework at the time of application.
• Post-Internship Requirements: Upon completing the Embark Scholars internship program, candidates must have at least 3 additional semesters to complete before obtaining their degree and/or CPA eligibility requirements.
• GPA: Preferred GPA of 3.00 or above.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Applicants who identify as a member of traditionally underrepresented racial and ethnic minority groups within the professional services industry are encouraged to apply. Demonstrating a commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive culture is also preferred.
• Leadership Experience: Prior participation in KPMG leadership programs (such as Rise, Talent +) and/or other leadership programs is a preferred qualification.
• Skills: Excellent communication, task and time management, and leadership skills; flexible and adaptable team player; resourceful in delivering high-quality work.
• Location: Must reside within a commutable distance to the office and be able to travel to work locations using own means of transportation.
• Travel: Work location may be in the office, but could be at client sites, some of which may require travel and overnight/extended stay.
• Age: Must be 18 years or older by June 1, 2026.
• Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity.
