Assurance Winter Intern - Nonprofit (Nov 2025)

About BDO

BDO USA is a leading provider of assurance, tax, digital technology solutions, and financial advisory services with a global presence. With unparalleled partner involvement, deep industry knowledge, and a cohesive global network, BDO delivers exceptional service to over 400 publicly traded clients across various industries worldwide.

Your role

Job Summary:

BDO is a place for energetic self-starters who can think and act like entrepreneurs.  

As an Intern in their Assurance practice, you will begin to utilize your educational background as well as your organizational skills as you serve the firm's dynamic client base. You will assist in problem-solving and fact-finding, working side-by-side with more experienced team members who can provide you with direction, coaching and learning opportunities. This opportunity will allow you to gain a unique hands-on perspective on their firm’s practices and people, as well as begin to forge the critical relationships that will help maximize your chance for success in your career.

Job duties:

Typical responsibilities will include:

• Participate in a structured on-the-job training program and become familiar with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.
• Become familiar with BDO-specific audit methodology to assist with various stages of the audit process.
• Provides various support functions to the audit staff during the engagement.
• Communicates with the client's customers, creditors, banks and related parties concerning audit issues.
• Prepares and documents work in working papers utilizing BDO-specific tools and templates.
• Contributes ideas/opinions to the audit teams and listen/respond to other team members’ views.
• Completes one assigned accounting or audit-related research project and can present findings to a panel of Assurance professionals.
• Other duties as required.

Training & development

BDO internships include a mentorship program where you’re connected with experienced professionals who are invested in your development. You’ll learn as you go with the full support of a team that cares about your progress and success. And if you are readying to take the CPA or other professional exams, they can even help you structure your schedule to balance work and study in a way that makes sense. You may even be eligible for bonuses upon exam completion.

Salary & benefits

The expected compensation pay range is $32.00/hr - $36.00/hour.

• Paid Time Off with daily accrual from the start of employment
• Paid holidays
• Wellness programs
• Additional offerings such as BDO Flex (flexible work arrangements) and possibly access to some wellness programs to support their well-being during their internship period.

Career progression

The Pathway to Success leadership program offers interns guidance in clarifying their majors, navigating internships, and exploring diverse career paths. Tailored to the professional services sector and opportunities within BDO, the program equips interns with valuable insights for their future careers.

Work-life balance

BDO's flexible workplace strategy prioritizes work-life balance for interns, empowering them to collaborate with teams to determine their work location and schedule. This approach accommodates individual needs, allowing interns to balance responsibilities effectively and foster personal well-being alongside professional growth.

Culture & vibe

At BDO, they cultivate a culture of courageous leadership and collective success, valuing each individual's impact from day one. Prioritizing collaboration and personal growth, they empower everyone to reach their full potential and shape a better future together.

About you

Education:

• Enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program in Accounting, required.
• Pursuing a master's degree in Accounting is preferred.

Experience/License/Certifications/Software:

• Leadership experience preferred.
• Actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Other preferred knowledge, skills & abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions as directed.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• ebqb.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com
• bdo.com/about
• bdo.com/careers/internship