Grant Thornton - Audit Intern - Summer 2025At — Grant Thornton LLP

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.  

The pay rate for this position in the firm’s Newport Beach, CA office is $36.18 per hour.

Training:

The candidate will participate in an immersive, multiple-week orientation and training program at the start of their position. The program will include live, daily sessions of diverse, virtual connections and activities that focus on service line, culture, personal development, and networking. These sessions will include a combination of local, regional, and national exposure. They will be evaluated bi-weekly by their assigned coach and seniors on their client engagements.

Learning Outcomes:

- Learn more about Grant Thornton.
- Focus on professional development.
- Engage in meaningful projects and work that will help to develop their overall ability to become valuable team members in the future.