Assurance External Audit Internship (Start ASAP)

Your role

EY expectations:

You have an agile: Growth-oriented mindset. What you know matters. But the right mindset is just as important in determining success. They’re looking for innovative people, who can work in an agile way and keep pace with a rapidly changing world.

You are curious and purpose-driven: They’re looking for people who see opportunities instead of challenges, and who ask better questions to seek better answers that build a better working world.

You are inclusive: They are looking for people who seek out and embrace diverse perspectives, value differences, and team inclusively to build safety and trust.

Key responsibilities:

• As a staff accountant in EY Audit practice is to recognize potential audit issues or unusual relationships from a basic analysis of a client’s financial statements.
•  After training, they expect their employees to clearly and accurately document the execution of specific audit procedures as defined by the engagement objectives, client's engagement history, and planned audit approach.
•  While completing day-to-day tasks they hope that all employees will challenge procedures used in the past and attempt to enhance audit techniques from year to year.
• Their people will also assist with the development of others through teamwork, integrity, and leadership.
• As they are client-facing, EY expects staff to demonstrate professionalism and competence in the client's environment. 
• To maintain a strong client focus, be responsive to client requests, and develop/maintain productive working relationships with client personnel. 
• Staff should be informed of current business/economic developments relevant to the client's business and collaborate with team members to set goals and responsibilities for the audit.

About you

Requirements for this internship:

• Be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting; on track to complete all prerequisite courses and requirements to begin the CPA PEP program upon commencement of full-time employment
• Have advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Possess strong dedication to teamwork
• Be committed to integrity within a professional environment

Benefits

• Boost your technical capabilities and transformational leadership skills through future-focused training and development programs.
• Broaden your horizons by working in highly integrated teams globally and collaborating with talented people with diverse backgrounds, both professionally and culturally.
• Bring out the best in yourself by continually investing in your personal well-being and professional development.
• Develop your purpose while having a positive impact on their teams, their company, their customers, and society: let's work together for a better world.
• A comprehensive CPA certification support program that includes financial assistance, mentoring, and assistance preparing for the Common Final Examination (CFE).
• A comprehensive total compensation package that includes medical expense coverage, including a $5,000 annual mental health benefit and a $1,000 fitness allowance.
• Between 35 and 36 days of paid leave per year, a number which increases with promotions and years spent at EY.
   

Training & Development

At EY, you will have the chance to gain truly exceptional experience. You will benefit from the latest technologies, be surrounded by high-performing teams, and be immersed in a diverse and inclusive culture within a global company where you will be able to realize your full potential. Through their coaching and training programs, you will acquire the skills necessary to remain competitive in the world of today and tomorrow - all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will support you during your journey within EY and into the future.

Career progression

Securing a job at Ernst & Young post-internship hinges on factors like individual performance, company hiring demands, and competition. However, internships serve as invaluable opportunities to gain experience and forge industry connections, ultimately boosting future job prospects.

How to apply

Recruitment process:

• EY is currently accepting applications for a full-time position within its Certification – External Audit Services group for January 2025.
• To apply, please create a profile and attach a current resume, recent cover letter, and unofficial transcript in one PDF document.
• In the week following the submission of your PDF application file, you will receive a link inviting you to complete the video component of your application. You will have 48 hours to produce this video. All applicants must complete this video as part of the application process.
• They will contact successful candidates for behavioral interview(s) with members of the EY Assurance group or recruitment team.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• eyglobal.yello.co/job_boards/c1riT--B2O-KySgYWsZO1Q?locale=en
• ey.com/en_gl/careers/personalized-career-development
• ey.com/en_ca/careers/student-programs/frequently-asked-questions
• youtube.com/@EYCanada_