Technology Risk Services Intern (Dec 2024)

Your Role

Overview:

At KPMG in Canada, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

Do work that matters, supported by a community that values difference and cares about you. Gain learning that’ll last you a lifetime and be recognized for the impact you make. With a focus on encouraging employees to come as they are, KPMG provides its employees with a variety of unique tools and support systems that ensure they thrive and make their mark in their career and in their communities.

What you will do:

Their Ottawa office is seeking undergraduate business, commerce, and accounting and finance students who are open to pursuing their CPA designation to join the team as a co-op or intern in Winter 2025 as a part of their technology risk services practice.

Technology Risk Services Team:

Today's organizations – whether businesses, public sector entities or not-for-profit organizations – are heavily and increasingly reliant on information technology (IT) and other computer-based technologies to gain and maintain strategic advantage, and to achieve and sustain operational efficiency and effectiveness. Similarly, they are increasingly reliant on not just internal resources, but also on third parties to successfully select, design, implement, and maintain these technologies and technology-enabled processes, services and solutions.

KPMG's Technology Risk Consulting services help their clients achieve these goals successfully. You'll be part of a team that brings technology risk awareness to the boardroom while helping clients ensure their technology selection supports their strategy and operations – safely, securely and consistently.

About You

What you bring to the role:

You strive to make a meaningful and positive difference alongside your peers, to work collaboratively and with innovation at the forefront. You’re passionate about being involved in your local community and post-secondary institution and have a proven ability to achieve personal and professional success while being curious as you learn emerging practices and technologies.

How you will succeed:

• You have a strong academic record.
• You are committed to achieving your Canadian CPA designation and working to obtain the CPA required prerequisite courses at your post-secondary institution.
• You build collaborative relationships: Establishes strong relationships internally and externally and builds wide and productive networks.
• You develop and motivate others: Engages others, instills confidence, and coaches people to find meaning in their work and achieve exceptional results.
• You take opportunities to learn and adapt: Use insights and self-reflection to build capability and embrace new challenges.
• You drive quality: Delivers high-quality results and exceptional service that provide value.
• You foster innovation: Embraces a culture of innovation and experimentation to create value.

Other details:

• All considered applicants must have or will obtain legal authorization to work in Canada by the start date of employment.
• A Security Clearance from the Government of Canada is required for this role.

Benefits

If you join as a full-time employee, you will also have access to the following:

• Extended healthcare
  • Medical, drug, and dental
  • Health Spending Account
  • 24/7 virtual health care
  • Life and accident insurance
• Retirement and Savings Plan
  • Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
  • Non-Registered Savings Plan and a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)
• Lifestyle Spending Account
  • Fitness equipment and membership reimbursements
  • Travel expenses, pet products and services, and more
• Mental health support
• Employee and family assistance program
• Leaves of absence
• Tuition reimbursement
• Disability Benefits

Training & Development

Their Intern and Co-op program aims to develop the next generation of leaders through challenging and interesting work. During your term, you will gain authentic engagement experience working with client projects across their teams. Along the way, you will broaden your skill set through KPMG’s vast learning and development opportunities that you can take on to further your future career.

The national Power Up programming will also provide you with opportunities to learn from their leaders, build a network with other student hires through social events, collaborate with professionals from across KPMG and learn how KPMG supports you in your career journey.

Career Progression

The KPMG Internship Experience is a terrific way to learn business skills, find a mentor, build your network, and get real-world (even global) experience before graduation. And it can often lead to a full-time job.

How To Apply

• Please limit your application to one role at the location of your choice based on your interests.
• You will be asked to complete an application questionnaire where you can outline your preferences.
• Please carefully review which specific opportunities are available before submitting your application, as openings vary by office.
• Applications can be addressed to “Hiring Manager” and should include a cover letter, resume, and a copy of your most recent unofficial transcript. If you do not have access to an electronic copy of your transcript, they ask that you attach a screenshot of your grades from your school’s website.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• kpmg.com/ca/en/home/careers/life-at-kpmg/benefits.html
• kpmguscareers.com/early-career/program/#internship
• youtube.com/@KPMGCanada