Federal Practice Audit Intern (May 2025)

About KPMG

Headquartered in Amstelveen, Netherlands, KPMG is one of the world's great audit, advisory, and tax firms that help organizations negotiate risks and perform in today's dynamic and challenging environments. By helping other organizations mitigate risks & grasp opportunities, they can drive positive, sustainable change for clients, their people & society at large.

Your role

Here’s what you will do:

• Work as part of a team to play an integral role in conducting financial statement audits and serve the capital markets by helping ensure the accuracy and reliability of client financial information while upholding the principles of objectivity and independence; contribute to the overall effectiveness of their client's operations while maintaining the highest standards of their professional integrity; develop an understanding of client-specific risks through review of financial results, relevant external information, current business trends and client transactions, primarily for federal government clients.
• Learn to prepare clear and well-structured audit documentation regarding their understanding of clients' processes and technology systems.
• With appropriate guidance, execute and document testing of client controls and financial statement account balances using appropriate standards and terminology.
• Support the execution of a high-quality audit through the performance of assigned tasks and professional client and engagement team interactions.
• Support the use of Data and Analytics (D&A) in the audit, including data extraction and analysis; utilize a range of technologies and data analysis tools to execute substantive audit procedures, including artificial intelligence (AI), Excel, Alteryx, SQL, Python and Power BI; assist in the preparation of the related documentation.

Training & development

As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience in conducting financial statement audits for federal government clients and developing skills in risk assessment, audit documentation, and client interactions. You will also learn to leverage Data and Analytics tools, including AI, Excel, Alteryx, SQL, Python, and Power BI, to enhance audit quality and execution.

Benefits

If you join as a full-time employee, you will get the following benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Well-being program (gyms, flu vaccination, health checks, sight tests, fruit days)
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plans
• Career progression
• Learning and development
• Comprehensive flexible working policy

Career progression

At KPMG, career progression is a dynamic journey of continuous learning and growth. Outstanding performance as an intern can open doors to a full-time Associate role, propelling you into a rewarding career in professional services. This internship experience is a pivotal beginning to your career journey, paving the way for exciting opportunities ahead.

Work-life balance

KPMG's working hours are flexible, and if a project’s nature allows, they also offer work from home. Their programs support every employee in finding the right balance between family, work, and free time. It places a special focus on the compatibility of career and family.

Culture & vibe

KPMG nurtures a culture of professionalism, integrity, and excellence. They emphasize teamwork, innovation, and client-focused solutions. Diversity and inclusion are central values, promoting a collaborative and supportive work environment. Continuous learning and community engagement are encouraged, fostering a well-rounded and socially responsible corporate culture.

About you

Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing the following degrees/majors in Bachelor of Accountancy, Master of Accountancy, or equivalent program.
• Pursuing educational requirements for CPA licensure in the principal place of business (the state in which the office is located) for this position (completion of academic credits required before starting as an Audit Associate); CPA education requirements are determined by statute and/or rules of the state Boards of Accountancy and vary by state/jurisdiction; alternatively, education requirements to be a CPA can be pursued in an alternative state (rather than the principal place of business) by providing satisfactory documentation to the Firm that your CPA license can be obtained in the principal place of business for this position through reciprocity, based on either a CPA license held or CPA exam passed in the alternative state.
• Upon completion of this internship, candidates must have additional academic credits to complete before obtaining their degree and/or CPA eligibility requirements.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Coursework or minor in information systems, software engineering, computer science or data and analytics preferred; experience with data analysis tools such as Alteryx or Power BI preferred.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Federal government security clearance within a reasonable time, which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Knowledge of technical accounting and financial reporting standards; knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Ability to navigate various computer applications, including MS Office (emphasis on Excel); aptitude to quickly learn KPMG Audit tools and applications used by their clients.
• Demonstrated quality service mindset; strong communication, time management and relationship-building skills; able to employ sound professional judgment and professional scepticism; flexible and adaptable team player; leadership experience; resourceful in delivering high-quality work; ability to demonstrate project management skills is a plus.
• Must be able to travel to reasonably commutable work locations using own means of transportation, such as a personal vehicle or public transportation.
• Work location will require the ability to work on client site(s) in Huntsville, Alabama between 40-60% of the time each week.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

This role is available in three locations Indianapolis, Washington, and Birmingham. You can submit your application for the location that best suits your preference.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• kpmg.com/de/en/home/about/values-and-culture/diversity-at-KPMG/work-life-balance
• kpmg.com/ua/en/home/careers/work-at-kpmg/clear-career-path.html
• kpmg.com/ua/en/home/careers/work-at-kpmg/learning-development.html