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About the Role

Elevate is RSM's premier early career program designed for high-performing accounting students. It offers a dynamic three-day leadership conference and a year-long development experience to build lasting relationships and strengthen critical skills in communication, collaboration, business acumen, executive presence, technology, and professional networking. Participants will gain industry knowledge, enhance leadership capabilities, and develop the confidence to make an immediate impact in their internship and future career.

Responsibilities

Sit in on client meetings and support conducting consulting projects
Prepare reports on consulting services performed for clients
Deliver reports and discuss results and recommendations with clients
Travel to client locations as requested to provide consulting services
Complete client projects efficiently in accordance with the project timeline and critical dates
Leverage proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to analyze client information and document results and recommendations
Attend specific conferences, trainings, & meetings to continue professional development relevant to the role

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited degree program in accounting
Anticipated full-time associate start date of Fall 2029 or Winter 2030
Demonstrated involvement and leadership in student organizations on campus and in their community
Be a team player with strong communication skills
Motivated to work in a fast-paced environment with a desire to be client focused
Learn how to provide skilled advisory services
Maintain a minimum 3.4 GPA (preferred)
90 credit hours completed (at point of internship)
Working towards B.A. / B.S. degree or equivalent from accredited university
Major in Accounting
Travel to assigned client locations may be required
Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those locations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong computer skills, including MS Office
Strong multi-tasking and project management skills
Ability to work as an effective member of a team
Must possess a high degree of integrity and professionalism
Certification or working towards certification as a CPA (preferred but not required)
RSM does not intend to hire entry-level candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future
Consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records

Skills

Communication
Collaboration
Business acumen
Executive presence
Technology
Professional networking
Problem-solving
Presentation
Feedback
Time management
Artificial intelligence
Relationship-building
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint

Location

Remote
Hybrid
Onsite

Work Type

Full-time
Internship
Contract

Experience Level

Early career
Intern

Education Level

Accounting degree program
B.A. / B.S. degree or equivalent
CPA certification (preferred but not required)

Salary/Compensations

$34 - $40 per hour

Benefits

All travel and expenses for conference participation will be covered by RSM upon admittance into the program
Competitive benefits and compensation package
Flexibility in your schedule

About the Company

Leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally
Purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering clients and people to realize their full potential
Exceptional people are the key to unrivaled culture and talent experience
Environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally
RSM's Risk Consulting Group provides value added risk assessment services to clientele
Ability to be exposed to a wide variety of industries and clients

Equal Opportunity

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership.
RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.