Audit Summer Internship 2027

WithumSmith+Brown; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

WithumSmith+Brown in New Jersey is seeking an Audit Intern to gain hands-on public accounting experience beginning in June and ending in August. You will support the auditing team with financial reviews, data analysis and compliance checks, and learn about internal controls and regulatory standards.

Hours vary by office needs, with part-time to full-time schedules and a requirement to commute to one of our office locations.

Qualifications

• Junior or Senior Accounting major or MBA candidate with accounting focus.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Able to work a minimum of 20–40 hours per week and commute to an office location.
• Excellent interpersonal and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and review client accounting records and financial statements.
• Evaluate internal control systems, audit risk, materiality, and compliance with auditing standards.
• Assist in preparing detailed workpapers supporting audit procedures.
• Perform substantive testing and analytical review procedures.
• Assist with client engagements and other assigned projects.
• Gain exposure to various industries and business environments.

Skills

Accounting basics

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Accounting major

MBA Candidate (Accounting track)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

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Job Description:

As an intern, you will gain valuable hands‑on public accounting experience by working with a dedicated group of top professionals who will share their wealth of knowledge and experience. The Audit Intern will support the auditing team by assisting with financial reviews, data analysis, and compliance checks. This internship provides hands‑on experience in the field of accounting and auditing, offering exposure to internal controls, financial reporting, and regulatory standards. This internship begins in June and ends in August.

Hours are based on location needs of the office ranging from part time to full time.

The kinds of people we want to talk to have many of the following:

• Junior or Senior Accounting Major or Business related, OR MBA Candidate in an Accounting track program
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Must be able to work a minimum of 20-40 hours per week
• Ability to commute to one of our office locations
• Excellent interpersonal and computer skills

How you'll spend your time:

• Analyze and review client accounting records and financial statements
• Evaluate internal control systems, audit risk, materiality, and compliance with auditing standards through inquiry, observation, and review
• Assist in preparing detailed workpapers supporting audit procedures
• Perform substantive testing and analytical review procedures
• Assist with client engagements and other assigned projects
• Gain exposure to various industries and business environments

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

The compensation for this position ranges from $25-38 per hour. Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual's skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition to the base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. For additional information on our benefits, visit our website at https://www.withum.com/careers/.

No sponsorship is available for this position.

WithumSmith+Brown, PC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.