Embark Scholar Intern - CPA Track | Multiple Locations Summer 2025

KPMG - Cincinnati, OH

Full-time - Intern

Cincinnati, OH

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Embark Scholar Intern position at KPMG is designed for students pursuing a career in accounting, tax, or advisory services. This internship provides an opportunity to rotate through various business areas, gaining hands-on experience and understanding of professional services. Interns will work closely with engagement teams, assisting in audit methodology, data analysis, and client deliverables, while also contributing to the integrity of financial information.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through audit, tax, and advisory businesses to learn about client service and professional services careers.
• Provide assignments across practices, supporting audit methodology and Data and Analytics (D&A) tasks.
• Assist engagement teams in creating work paper files, preparing client reports, and organizing business development activities.
• Identify engagement capabilities, review client materials, and propose analysis strategies.
• Leverage technologies and analytics tools to support engagement efforts.
• Contribute to the integrity and transparency of financial information.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a Bachelor or Master of Accountancy, Taxation, or related degree.
• Intention to obtain a CPA is preferred for accounting majors.
• Completion of at least 1 semester of coursework at the time of application is required.
• Must have at least 3 additional semesters to complete before obtaining their degree and/or CPA eligibility requirements after the internship.
• Preferred GPA of 3.00 or above.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion in professional settings.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior participation in KPMG leadership programs or similar organizations is preferred.
• Excellent communication, task, time management, and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Life insurance
• 401(k) plans
• Medical and dental plans
• Vision coverage
• Disability insurance
• Personal Time Off (PTO)
• Firmwide breaks during the year