Assurance Intern, Third Party Attestation

Assurance Intern, Third Party Attestation – Summer 2027 (Greater Washington DC) | BDO USA The Tone: This is a seasonal internship at BDO USA, located in Greater Washington DC. BDO USA is an assurance, tax, and advisory services firm that helps clients navigate complexity and achieve what matters most. This role is crucial for supporting the Third Party Attestation practice by learning to prepare various compliance reports and testing control systems, directly contributing to clients addressing their external compliance requirements with confidence. The TL;DR Role: Internship Type: Seasonal (Summer 2027) Location: In-person Greater Washington DC Pay: $34–$38 hourly Mission: To learn and apply governing standards to prepare third-party attestation reports and assess control systems, helping clients meet external compliance requirements. Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SOC 1, SOC 2, SOC 3, SOC for Cybersecurity, WebTrust for CAs, HITRUST, SSPA, ISO, MRC, CSA STAR What You’ll Actually Do Control Testing: Test and document internal control systems across various industries. Control Review: Participate in the review process of internal controls. Report Assistance: Assist in the preparation of reports and recommendations related to work performed. Documentation: Prepare work papers in accordance with BDO policy and standards. Relationship Building: Develop and maintain relationships with both the engagement team and client personnel. The Must-Haves Background: Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program, with a preferred focus in Accounting or Information Systems. High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Experience: Preferred leadership experience or prior internship experience within a public accounting or internal auditing environment. Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team setting. Bonus: A positive attitude and willingness to learn, the ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels, and an ability and willingness to travel as needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr BDO