Embark Scholar Intern
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Job Description
About KPMG:
KPMG is a leading professional services firm providing audit, tax, and advisory services to organizations across major industries. Known for its positive work environment and career development opportunities, KPMG is consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by various publications, including Fortune Magazine and Consulting Magazine. The firm’s growth is attributed to its commitment to delivering results for clients and fostering a culture that emphasizes individual development, inclusivity, innovation, and community support.
Job Description: Embark Scholar Intern
KPMG is seeking an Embark Scholar Intern for its Embark Scholars program. This internship offers a comprehensive experience across the firm’s audit, tax, and advisory services.
Responsibilities:
• Rotational Program: Interns will rotate through the audit, tax, and advisory business units, gaining exposure to client service and the professional services career path.
• Diverse Assignments: The role involves a wide range of tasks, including support for audit methodology, data analytics (D&A), and tax and advisory projects. This includes data extraction, analysis, work paper file creation, client report preparation, and business development activities.
• Engagement Team Support: Interns will work closely with engagement teams, assisting with tasks such as scope identification, client material review, insight generation, and leveraging analytical findings for project execution.
• Technology & Analytics: The position requires utilizing various technologies and analytical tools.
• Financial Integrity: Interns contribute to maintaining the integrity and transparency of financial information.
• Professional Conduct: The role demands adherence to KPMG’s standards of integrity, professionalism, and respectful conduct.
Qualifications:
• Education: Must be enrolled in an accredited college, university, or community college pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accountancy, Taxation, or a related field.
• CPA Intention: Intention to obtain a CPA license is preferred for accounting majors.
• Coursework Completion: Candidates must have completed at least one semester of coursework at the time of application and have at least three additional semesters remaining upon completion of the internship.
• GPA: A preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Applicants from underrepresented racial and ethnic minority groups (Black or African-American, Hispanic or Latinx, American Indian or Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander) are encouraged to apply. Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion is a plus.
• Leadership Experience: Prior participation in KPMG leadership programs (Rise, Talent+, etc.) or other leadership programs is preferred.
• Skills: Excellent communication, task management, time management, and leadership skills are essential. Candidates should be flexible, adaptable team players, and resourceful in delivering high-quality work.
• Location & Transportation: Must reside within commuting distance of the office and have access to personal transportation (vehicle or public transit). Work may involve client site visits, potentially requiring travel and overnight stays.
• Age & Authorization: Must be 18 years or older by June 1, 2026, and authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
Additional Notes:
• The Embark Scholars Program is one of several leadership and recruiting opportunities offered by KPMG.
• KPMG complies with all salary transparency regulations. Salary ranges vary by location.
• A comprehensive benefits package is offered.
• KPMG is an equal opportunity employer.
• The application process is on a rolling basis.
