Audit & Assurance Intern - Winter 2026

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Audit Intern 

During your internship at Grant Thornton, you will be exposed to audit procedures in the areas of cash, receivables, inventory, fixed assets, payrolls, and expense analysis.  You will have an opportunity to work alongside Partners, Senior Executives, and peers as a member of the engagement team.  Additionally, you will have an opportunity to learn new skillsets, be involved in office community activities, and build lasting relationships with members of the Grant Thornton team. 

  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Reviewing and auditing business transaction cycles including cash, treasury, capital expenditures, and other income and expenses  

Researching audit issues, utilizing electronic data bases, and review-tracking financial information utilizing audit related software  

Identifying, assessing, and informing senior staff members of audit related issues  

Collaboratively working with client team members while building rapport and strong client relationships  

Working closely with staff, managers, and partners on all phases of the project 

Working on a variety of client engagements in varying industries 

Networking with your peers  

Meeting with your mentor for regular feedback and professional development discussions 

Connecting with fellow interns and Grant Thornton staff at social events 

Participating in team-building exercises 

Giving back to the community through outreach activities 

Sharpening your leadership skills  

Other duties as assigned

 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting 

Minimum major and overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 preferred

The willingness and ability to work additional hours, as needed, and travel to various client sites

Excellent analytical, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills  

Strong technical aptitude and skillset  

Demonstrated project management skillset including project planning and time management 

Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a complex team environment

Ability to travel on short notice and work additional hours as necessary.  

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.