Audit & Advisory Externship

Castro & Company; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 5,580 - 16,740; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Networking opportunities with firm professionals

Career insights from firm leaders

Interactive group activities and Q&A sessions

Job summary

A dedicated CPA firm is offering an Audit & Advisory Externship in Alexandria, Virginia. This opportunity is tailored for undergraduate students pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, aiming to provide hands-on experience in federal accounting and consulting. Externs will engage in audit and advisory work, observe real client projects, and enhance their knowledge through interactive learning sessions. The externship emphasizes collaboration and supports the federal government's mission, ensuring participants gain valuable career insights and networking opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate student (rising junior or senior preferred).
• Strong academic performance required.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Understand the fundamentals of federal audit and assurance engagements.
• Learn how advisory teams assist clients with process improvement and risk management.
• Gain exposure to federal financial reporting and compliance.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Eager to learn

Proactive

Collaborative

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

About Castro & Company

Castro & Company is a dedicated CPA firm specializing in Audit, Advisory, and Accounting services for the Federal Government. We are passionate about supporting our nation’s agencies by delivering high-quality, efficient, and reliable financial solutions. Our mission is to help clients achieve accountability, transparency, and excellence in their financial management and operations.

Position Overview

The Audit & Advisory Externship offers undergraduate students an opportunity to gain hands‑on exposure to the world of federal accounting and consulting. Over the course of two days to one week, externs will experience what it’s like to be part of a professional services team dedicated to public service.

Externs will rotate through both Audit and Advisory service lines to observe real client projects, participate in interactive learning sessions, and gain insight into the responsibilities of professionals supporting federal financial management.

• Understand the fundamentals of federal audit and assurance engagements
• Learn how advisory teams assist clients with process improvement, internal controls, and risk management
• Gain exposure to federal financial reporting, compliance, and consulting services
• Experience Castro & Company’s collaborative culture and mission‑driven environment

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Current undergraduate student (rising junior or senior preferred)
• Strong academic performance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Eager to learn, proactive, and collaborative
• U.S. citizenship required (due to potential federal client exposure)

Program Highlights

• Hands‑on exposure to both Audit and Advisory service lines
• Networking opportunities with firm professionals
• Career insights from firm leaders and recent hires
• Interactive group activities and Q&A sessions

Why Castro & Company

At Castro & Company, we believe in developing the next generation of government accounting professionals. Our externship provides a meaningful introduction to the field—blending technical skills with purpose‑driven work that supports the federal government’s mission.

Castro & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, and any other classification protected by law.