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BDO is a place for energetic self-starters who can think and act like entrepreneurs. The firm offers multiple internship programs: core tax, specialized tax services, audit/assurance, advisory, BDO digital, and firm operations.
Tax Internship
A Tax intern leverages their educational background to support a range of tax services under the supervision of experienced professionals. Depending on the opportunity, responsibilities may include preparing returns and extensions and assisting with tax planning, global structuring, tax controversy, and other specialized work. Interns gain hands-on experience helping corporations and high-net-worth individuals navigate complex tax and compliance requirements around the world. They also build essential working relationships while learning how BDO draws on diverse experience and deep resources to deliver holistic insights across a variety of industries.
Audit/Assurance Internship
The Audit/Assurance intern will use their educational background as well as organizational skills to assist in problem-solving and fact-finding, working side-by-side with more experienced team members who provide direction, coaching, and learning opportunities. This role allows interns to gain a hands-on perspective on the firm’s practices, while also forging essential working relationships for career success.
Advisory Internship
The BDO Advisory Practice offers strategic guidance during pivotal business moments, supporting clients through litigation, turnarounds, restructuring, and risk management to help seize critical opportunities. From data forensics and global fraud investigations to technology and innovation, interns work on complex engagements, helping clients navigate critical moments that have serious long-term business implications. The firm prides itself on creating a dynamic environment where its people can develop strong connections and meaningful relationships. Advisory interns are part of a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment that provides hands-on experience and opportunities for career growth.
Core Business Services Internship
It takes more than technical professionals to run a successful accounting and advisory firm. BDO’s firm operations professionals make what the firm does possible. Drawing from a range of backgrounds and skillsets, they drive growth and organization-wide efficiency, providing key internal and communications services in the following areas: Human Resources, Marketing, Communications, IT, Finance, Business Development, and Administration and Support.
Education:
- Enrolled in a Bachelors or Master’s program in Accounting or other relevant field requiredÂ
- Pursuing a Master’s degree in Accounting or other relevant field preferred
Experience:
- Leadership experience preferredÂ
License/Certifications:
- Actively pursuing school credits to become a CPAÂ
Software:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Other Preferred Knowledge, Skills Abilities:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to follow instructions as directed
- Ability to work effectively in a team settingÂ
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Sarah Turcotte
BDO USA
330 North Wabash Avenue
Suite 3200
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (301) 354-2574
Fax: (301) 354-2501
Number of Interns: 101 or more
Compensation/Benefits: Paid
Duration: 6 to 12 weeks
Hours: Full-time
Academic Level: College Juniors, College Seniors, Graduate Students, Business School Students, Law School Students
Degree Track: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Juris Doctor, Master of Business Administration, Master of Science
Minimum GPA Preferred: 3.00-3.49
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