Embark Scholar Intern CPA Track | Multiple Locations Summer 2025

KPMG - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Intern

San Francisco, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Embark Scholar Intern position at KPMG is designed for early career individuals pursuing a degree in accounting or related fields. This internship provides an opportunity to rotate through various audit, tax, and advisory services, allowing interns to gain hands-on experience and insights into the professional services industry. The program emphasizes individual development, inclusivity, and community support, making it an excellent starting point for a career in accounting and finance.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through audit, tax, and advisory businesses to learn client service operations.
• 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 enhance service delivery.
• 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.
• Experience in diversity student organizations or community leadership roles.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental plans
• Vision coverage
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) plans
• Personal Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays and firmwide breaks
• Mental health support programs