Audit Intern

Job Description

Audit Intern – Peak Season 2027 | Clark Schaefer Hackett

The Tone:
This is an Audit Intern internship at Clark Schaefer Hackett, located in Columbus, OH. Clark Schaefer Hackett is a professional services organization committed to fostering talent and providing significant opportunities for professional growth. This role is crucial for developing future auditing and accounting professionals, allowing interns to apply their academic knowledge directly to real-world client engagements. You will contribute to impactful projects while working alongside experienced professionals, gaining essential skills for a successful career in auditing.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship / Volunteer
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Columbus, OH
• Mission: This role supports audit and assurance engagements by gathering data, testing controls, and preparing reports to ensure accuracy and compliance for clients.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), technology for data analytics and process automation

What You’ll Actually Do
• Audit Engagements: Support audit engagements for diverse clients across various industries.
• Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and document financial information and data.
• Fieldwork: Conduct fieldwork, including testing internal controls and performing substantive testing.
• Reporting: Contribute to preparing working papers and audit reports for client engagements.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with team members to identify issues and propose improvements to processes.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in accounting, finance, or a related field, with a basic understanding of accounting principles from completed coursework in Financial and Managerial Accounting.
• Experience: Availability to work full-time (40-55 hours per week) during the January to April peak season, including potential overtime. A minimum GPA of 3.0 or above is required.
• Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).