Intern – Assurance Practice

Job Description

Assurance Intern – Winter 2028 (San Antonio) | BDO USA

The Tone:
This is an internship at BDO USA, located in San Antonio, TX. BDO is an organization that provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and globally. As an ESOP company, BDO offers its participants beneficial ownership, fostering an ownership mindset and enhancing financial well-being. This role is a crucial opportunity for energetic self-starters to gain hands-on experience, learn the firm’s practices and methodologies, and begin forging essential professional relationships while supporting a dynamic client base.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: In-person San Antonio, TX
• Pay: $32–$45 hourly
• Team: Part of an audit team, receiving direction and coaching from experienced members.
• Mission: Assist the audit team in problem-solving and fact-finding to support the firm’s client base and gain practical experience.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

What You’ll Actually Do
• Training & Standards: Participate in a structured on-the-job training program to become familiar with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.
• Audit Methodology: Understand BDO’s specific audit methodology to assist with various stages of the audit process during client engagements.
• Client Communication: Communicate with clients’ customers, creditors, banks, and related parties concerning audit issues as directed.
• Documentation: Prepare and document work in working papers, utilizing BDO’s specific tools and templates accurately and efficiently.
• Research & Presentation: Complete one assigned accounting or audit-related research project and present findings to a panel of Assurance professionals.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level intern pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting.
• Experience: No specific professional experience required; leadership experience is preferred.
• Skills:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and external interactions.
• Ability to follow instructions as directed and work effectively within a team setting.
• Bonus:
• Actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA.
• Pursuing a Master’s degree in Accounting.
• Positive attitude and a willingness to learn new concepts and processes.