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Assurance Intern – Summer 2027 | BDO USA
The Tone:
This is a full-time internship at BDO USA, located in Pittsburgh, PA. BDO USA is an organization that delivers assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and globally, focusing on building strong relationships and supporting growth. This role is important because it allows energetic self-starters to begin applying their education by assisting with problem-solving and fact-finding for clients, while also gaining hands-on experience and forging relationships vital for career success.
The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal (Summer 2027)
• Location: In-person Pittsburgh, PA
• Pay: $32.00–$45.00 hourly
• Mission: Assist more experienced team members in problem-solving and fact-finding for the firm’s diverse client base.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
What You’ll Actually Do
• Train: Participate in a structured on-the-job training program, becoming familiar with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.
• Support: Apply BDO’s specific audit methodology to assist audit staff with various stages of the audit process.
• Communicate: Interact with clients’ customers, creditors, banks, and related parties concerning audit issues.
• Document: Prepare and document work in working papers utilizing BDO’s specific tools and templates.
• Research: Complete one assigned accounting or audit-related research project and present findings to a panel of Assurance professionals.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level; currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Accounting.
• Experience: No specific prior professional experience required; leadership experience is preferred.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team setting.
• Bonus: Pursuing a Master’s degree in Accounting, actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA, and demonstrating a positive attitude with a willingness to learn.
