Early Careers Internship

Sumer Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Sumer Group invites applications for its Early Careers Internship Programme in Edinburgh. This four-week, fixed-term internship offers hands-on accounting experience, mentorship, and guidance from seasoned professionals to help you start your career in accounting or business services.

You will join a friendly team, gain exposure to real-world financial practices, and discuss next steps toward Chartered Accountant status after completion.

Qualifications

• Currently in your 3rd year and aiming for a graduate program after graduation.
• Desire to start training toward becoming a Chartered Accountant.
• Interested in accounting or business services.

Responsibilities

• Join a friendly, professional team valuing enthusiasm, curiosity and commitment.
• Develop understanding of a career in Accountancy through hands-on experience.
• Receive mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
• Be prepared to work in real-world accounting and financial practices.

Skills

Effective communicator

Collaborative

Time management

Problem solver

Results oriented

Eager to learn

Job description

Early Careers Internship

Department: Early Careers

Employment Type: Internship

Location: Edinburgh

Description

EQ is proud to be part of the Sumer Group, one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy practices. Together, we’re creating brighter futures for our people, our clients, and our communities.

We’re now inviting applications for our Early Careers Internship Programme. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or advance their career in the field of accounting or business services.

Role Overview

You’ll be joining a friendly, professional team where enthusiasm, curiosity and commitment are valued as highly as experience.

We are seeking people who are enthusiastic, willing to learn and develop their understanding of a career in Accountancy. Through hands on experience in real-world accounting and financial practices, networking opportunities and an abundance of mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals, our Interns feel equipped for the world of work and excited to join us on this career path.

We recognise that our people are our key resource and we offer a professionally rewarding career, with an emphasis on continued professional development to ensure you can fulfil your potential. After successfully completing your internship, we will have a discussion with you on what your next steps would be towards becoming a Chartered Accountant and how you can grow your future with EQ.

About You

If you are in your 3rd year of studies at university and considering a Graduate program once you graduate and are looking to start training towards becoming a Chartered Accountant, we want to hear from you!

• effective communicator – confident in listening and expressing ideas clearly with clients and colleagues.
• Collaborative – a team player who enjoys sharing ideas and working together to achieve great results.
• Time efficient – able to balance workloads, with good organisation and prioritisation.
• A problem solver – curious, adaptable and ready to take on challenges.
• Results focused – proud to deliver a high standard of work and service.
• Keen to learn – enthusiastic about developing your skills and career.

The Process

• Application Review
• Online testing (behavioural, numerical and comprehension)
• Assessment Centre & Individual Interview
• Offer

Key Dates

• Advert closes: 18th October
• Online tests to be sent out: 20th October
• Deadline for completing online tests: 27th October
• Assessment Centre: The assessment centre for this role will be held on 12th November at our Edinburgh office.

Key Details

• Locations: Edinburgh
• Contract Type: Fixed term for circa 4 weeks
• Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Start Date: Taking place during the Scottish summer holidays

Belong @ Sumer

At Sumer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, not just as buzzwords, but as the heartbeat of our team. Our recruitment practices reflect this commitment, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. We prioritise creating an environment where every candidate feels respected and supported throughout the hiring process.

Everyone is unique and we understand that each individual may have distinct needs to showcase their best selves during interviews. Our commitment is to offer personalised support for all candidates. Let our team know how we can bring out your fullest potential.

Our Values

We have a strong set of values that define who we are and everything we do:

• WE SHINE TOGETHER – We celebrate everyone’s individuality and work as one team.
• WE DO THE RIGHT THING – We act with kindness, fairness and integrity in everything we do.
• WE MAKE IT COUNT – We’re quietly brave as we make a difference, every day, for our clients and communities.