Audit Intern - Summer 2026 - Destination CPA

PricewaterhouseCoopers - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Intern

Atlanta, GA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

A career within External Audit services at PwC provides an opportunity to deliver a range of Assurance services and business advice to a diverse clientele, ranging from small, fast-growing companies to large, well-known brands with international reach. The focus is on leveraging the latest technology to minimize manual testing, allowing professionals to concentrate on the most valuable aspects of client service, enhancing corporate governance, and ensuring the reliability of client information. As an Intern/Trainee, you will be part of a team of problem solvers, tackling complex business issues from strategy to execution. The PwC Professional framework guides your development, setting clear expectations across various lines, geographies, and career paths, and providing transparency on the skills necessary for success and career progression. In this role, you will support select phases of financial statement audits and various projects, demonstrating creative thinking and initiative while collaborating with team members. You will be encouraged to seek guidance and feedback proactively, showcasing flexibility in prioritizing and completing tasks while maintaining professional skepticism. The position emphasizes the importance of communication, ethical conduct, and a commitment to continuous learning and development in the field of auditing. As an intern, you will engage in research, analysis, and problem-solving using various tools and techniques, producing high-quality work that adheres to professional standards. You will also be expected to stay updated with technical developments in your area of specialization, handle and analyze data responsibly, and communicate effectively both verbally and in written materials. The role is designed to foster curiosity, encourage new ideas, and embrace diverse perspectives, all while upholding the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Responsibilities

• Support select phases of a financial statement audit.
• Assist in various projects, demonstrating creative thinking and individual initiative while working as a team member.
• Proactively seek guidance, clarification, and feedback.
• Demonstrate flexibility in prioritizing and completing tasks while exercising professional skepticism.
• Produce high-quality work that adheres to relevant professional standards.
• Handle, manipulate, and analyze data and information responsibly.
• Communicate confidently in a clear, concise, and articulate manner, both verbally and in written materials.

Requirements

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor Degree in Accounting.
• Required cumulative GPA: 3.0.
• 0 years of experience required.
• Client service intern positions are typically for students in their 3rd year of a 4-year degree program or in the 4th year of a 5-year program.
• Before starting full-time, meet all educational requirements to be eligible for the CPA license.

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrates an interest in all aspects of auditing and a desire to pursue a career in public accounting.
• Basic knowledge of financial accounting, managerial accounting, taxation, and financial reporting systems.
• Ability to research and analyze pertinent client, industry, and technical matters.
• Experience in utilizing problem-solving skills and managing multiple tasks.
• Ability to interact with various levels of leadership in both written and verbal form.
• Self-motivated with a focus on personal growth and development.