2027 Audit Summer Intern

Schneider Downs; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Learning environment with mentoring

Work-life flexibility

Additional benefits upon full-time conversion

Job summary

A leading accounting firm is offering an Audit Summer Internship for students pursuing an Accounting degree. As an intern, you will engage in financial audits, document procedures, and analyze accounting issues, working closely with a supportive team. The hybrid work model allows flexibility between office and home. Candidates should have a GPA of 3.3 or higher and anticipate graduation between December 2027 and August 2028. This internship can lead to full-time employment upon graduation.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting with anticipated graduation between December 2027 and August 2028.
• Preferred overall GPA of 3.3 or higher.
• Plans to meet CPA eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial statement audits and reviews.
• Review and document audit procedures.
• Analyze accounting and audit-related issues.
• Interact with engagement team to solve problems.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Data analytics tools

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Data extraction tools

Analytics tools

Visualization tools

Job description

Schneider Downs provides a caring culture that supports what matters most to emerging professionals, like yourself, including work-life flexibility, career growth, the chance to receive one‑on‑one mentoring, and learning opportunities meant to inspire your professional development. Experience all of these and more at Schneider Downs, where we’ve been providing accounting, tax, consulting, business advisory and wealth management services through our team of innovative thought leaders for over 65 years. Start building your career with people motivated to help you succeed—and enjoy more of what counts.

Our growing Audit & Assurance Services practice is looking for enthusiastic students to join our 2027 internship program. This is your chance to expand your knowledge, develop your skills and help organizations thrive!

As an Audit Summer Intern, you'll be an integral part of our engagement team, tackling a variety of projects that provide assurance on our clients’ financial information. You'll thrive in a learning culture that values quality and integrity, supported by Schneider Downs professionals, and working directly with our clients.

We understand the importance of work‑life balance. That’s why we’ve embraced a hybrid work model, allowing you to enjoy the flexibility of working from home as well as in the office. Our summer session runs from mid‑May to mid‑August, and while flexibility is at the core of our culture, we expect interns to be available during working hours – Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.

What You’ll Do

• Perform financial statement audits, reviews and compilations across various client industries
• Review and document audit procedures over complex accounting areas
• Research and analyze accounting and audit‑related issues
• Utilize data extraction, analytics, and visualization tools to provide insights to clients
• Proactively interact with the engagement team to gather information, resolve problems and recommend business and process improvements

What You’ll Need

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting
• Anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and August 2028, with availability to begin full‑time work between January 2028 and October 2028
• A preferred overall GPA of 3.3 (3.0 minimum), or a combination of educational success and relevant work/volunteer experience
• Plans to pursue minimum requirements for CPA eligibility

Our internship program is designed to provide meaningful work experiences while supporting our firm's growth. Successful interns are eligible for conversion into full‑time employment after graduation, based on individual performance and department needs.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Hybrid work models and work‑life flexibility
• Learning environment with buddies, mentors and a focus on personal development
• Meaningful work experiences and multi‑industry exposure
• Collaborative, supportive culture and community involvement
• Flex Fridays and office closures for summer and winter breaks
• Additional benefits upon full‑time conversion, including insurance, paid time off, CPA exam bonus, profit sharing and more!

Schneider Downs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. We believe a culture of care that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion contributes to a better company, better client services, and a better world.