Audit & Assurance Intern - Auckland - November 2026 Start

"Tītokona tō tātou tōnuitanga, mō Aotearoa, mō Tātou. Fuelling prosperity for New Zealand, for all New Zealanders"

Our Opportunity | Ngā Āheinga:

Ready to kickstart a career where curiosity, purpose and learning collide? Join us as an Audit Intern and grow alongside some of the brightest minds in professional services.

As part of our Audit team, you’ll work closely with a wide range of clients, helping them build trust in their financial information and strengthening how they operate. From day one, you’ll gain insider knowledge of New Zealand’s most influential organisations and play a part in helping them succeed — from the inside out.

If you're ready to learn fast, make an impact, and grow your career with intention, this is your moment.

• Prepare and complete a range of audit assignments, including statutory audits, assurance engagements, investigation and acquisition reports, limited reviews, proposals, and special reports.
• Summarize the approach, work undertaken, and conclusions of audit sections.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of client processes and controls.
• Contribute to determining audit objectives and ensuring compliance with auditing standards and software.
• Actively engage with clients, responding to queries, formulating solutions, and identifying value-added opportunities.
• Continuously develop client relationships, build networks, and assist with audit proposals for non-audit clients.
• Complete training, stay updated on business trends, and address knowledge gaps through continuous learning and development.

• Are working towards a Degree majoring in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related major - CA‑related pre-requisites are beneficial.
• Bring a collaborative approach, working effectively with colleagues across the team.
• Apply a pragmatic, solutions‑focused mindset to problem‑solving.
• Build trusted and respected working relationships with clients through professionalism and credibility.
• Help cultivate a dynamic, creative, and innovative team environment.
• Embrace change and continuously seek opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Drive excellence by upholding high standards of quality in your work.
• Communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact, engaging and influencing others effectively.

• Kick‑start your career with access to our Intern Academy, a structured development programme designed to build core professional skills and accelerate your growth.
• Learn from industry experts through tailored workshops, mentoring, and hands‑on client experience from day one.
• Connect with interns across the country and build a network that will support you throughout your career.
• Gain exposure to real projects that make a genuine impact for our clients, communities, and Aotearoa.
• Be supported every step of the way with a collaborative culture where your ideas are welcomed, and your development is prioritised.
• Start strong, learn fast, and take the first step toward a future with endless possibilities at KPMG.

We’re inviting future leaders like you to step forward, back yourself, and Grow with KPMG. Apply today!