Audit Intern Winter 2027

Crowe; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 37,195 - 57,859; Full time

Job summary

Crowe invites motivated students to join the Audit and Assurance Winter Internship in Cleveland, Ohio. You’ll gain in‑depth exposure to auditing, guided by experienced professionals and work on real client engagements across industries.

You’ll analyze financials and internal controls using audit tools, with opportunities to contribute to various audits including benefit plans. CPA eligibility and strong Excel skills are expected as you develop professionally.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's and/or Master’s in Accounting or similar degree.
• CPA Eligibility: scheduled to meet education requirements to obtain a CPA license.
• Proficient with Excel.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Experience with data analytics is strongly desired.
• Relevant work experience (e.g. internships, summer positions, school jobs).
• Demonstrated leadership, problem‑solving, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work on multiple assignments.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment with professionals of all levels.
• Desire to travel.
• Available to work/travel evenings or weekends if needed (Saturday and/or Sunday).

Responsibilities

• Audit client financials, transactions and internal control processes.
• Work independently and collaborate with a diverse group of audit professionals to deliver exceptional client service.
• Use audit tools and technologies with advanced analytics, data visualizations and process flow automation.
• Work on diverse client engagements across industries including manufacturing, government, healthcare, education, and more.
• Possible involvement in benefit plan audits (e.g., 401(k), pension, ESOP).

Skills

Excel

Data analytics

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Prioritization

Problem solving

Travel willingness

Education

Accounting or related degree

Pursuing Bachelor's/Master's in Accounting

Tools

Audit tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

Your Journey at Crowe Starts Here:

At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, you're trusted to deliver results and make an impact. We embrace you for who you are, care for your well‑being, and nurture your career. Everyone has equitable access to opportunities for career growth and leadership. Over our 80-year history, delivering excellent service through innovation has been a core part of our DNA across our audit, tax, and consulting groups. That's why we continuously invest in innovative ideas, such as AI‑enabled insights and technology‑powered solutions, to enhance our services. Join us at Crowe and embark on a career where you can help shape the future of our industry.

Job Description:

Audit and Assurance - Winter Internship (January-March)

Are you looking for a meaningful internship? As an intern in Crowe's Audit and Assurance practice you'll get in‑depth exposure to the auditing profession and learn more about the day‑to‑day responsibilities of an auditor. You'll receive guidance and work closely with experienced audit professionals, and have exposure to issues shaping and affecting the profession today.

During your internship, you'll sharpen your analytical skills as you audit client financials, transactions and internal control processes. You'll work independently and collaborate with a diverse group of talented audit professionals to deliver exceptional audit client service delivery. You will use our audit tools and technologies that use advanced analytics, data visualizations and process flow automation to analyze client data and provide exceptional client experience.

Interns will have the opportunity to work as a team member on diverse client engagements to include manufacturing and distribution, not‑for‑profit, government, healthcare, education, construction, dealerships, food and agriculture, insurance and financial institution clients. You will also have the opportunity to work on benefit plan audits of 401(k), pension, or employee stock ownership plans.

Our team culture is collaborative and will encourage you to take initiative and seek on‑the‑job learning opportunities. Quality is our top priority, and by focusing on innovation and technology we continue to deliver exceptional value to our clients.

Audit winter internships will typically require a full‑time workload of 40 hours per week during business hours (some exceptions may apply). Please take your course load and school schedule into consideration if you wish to pursue an internship during this timeframe.

Skills and Requirements:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's and/or Master’s in Accounting or similar degree
• CPA Eligibility: You must be scheduled to meet the educational requirements to obtain a CPA license. Prior to starting full‑time, new hires must fulfill the education‑related eligibility criteria to obtain a CPA license in their assigned Crowe work location. These requirements vary by state, and it is the new hire’s responsibility to ensure that they satisfy the applicable criteria prior to starting with the firm.
• Proficient with Excel
• Strong academic credentials
• Experience with data analytics is strongly desired
• Relevant work experience (e.g. internships, summer positions, school jobs)
• Demonstrated leadership, problem‑solving, and strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work on multiple assignments
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment with professionals of all levels
• Desire to travel
• Available to work/travel evenings or weekends if needed (Saturday and/or Sunday)

We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe's values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are. We expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Crowe is not sponsoring for work authorization at this time.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Crowe, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $27.00 - $42.00 per hour.

Our Benefits:

Your exceptional people experience starts here. At Crowe, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We care about our people and offer employees a comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you!

How You Can Grow:

We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations. Learn more about where talent can prosper!

Crowe LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Crowe will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

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We are committed to a merit‑based hiring process, evaluating all candidates consistently using objective, job‑related criteria such as relevant experience, demonstrated skills, measurable impact, and alignment with the role's responsibilities, and making employment decisions in a fair and inclusive manner free from discrimination.

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