Putting people first, every day
BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.
Your Opportunity
Our London-Windsor office s (London, Windsor, Chatham, Strathroy, Windsor, Woodstock) and Kitchener-Waterloo (Waterloo, Guelph, Brantford) are looking for a 4- or 8-month Co-op Student or Intern to join the Assurance or Financial Reporting & Insights team in September 2027. This role is designed to offer a comprehensive learning experience in the field of accounting, exposing the C o-op or I ntern to various aspects of financial reporting, analysis, compliance, and teamwork. This is a new role and responsibilities will include:
Efficiently utilize technical knowledge from courses to carry out work projects and assignments
Prepare and complete working papers, financial information, and compilation engagements per regulatory standards
Gather evidence for Assurance and Accounting engagements
Build positive working relationships with clients and effectively respond to requests and suggestions
Effectively communicate with team members regarding progress updates and issues on an ongoing basis
How do we define success for your role?
You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect & Collaboration
You understand your clients’ industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work
You identify , recommend, & are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
You share in an inclusive & engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent
You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
You grow your expertise through learning & professional development.
The expected range of compensation for this role is 50 - 56k per annum.
Your experience and education
You are currently working towards a degree focused in accounting with a long-term goal of becoming a CPA
You have a desire to provide outstanding client service and a commitment to teamwork
You have proven leadership skills and can take initiative to seek understanding
You display strong attention to detail, problem solving , analytical, and communication skills.
Earn your CPA Designation
At BDO, we’re committed to the success of students pursuing their CPA designation. We provide pre-approved programs across our 100+ offices, mentorship and support, reimbursement of exam fees, enrollment in Canada’s leading CFE prep course, and flexible options for study leave in order for you to be successful.
Why BDO?
Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026 . This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.
At BDO, our people experience is guided by three core pillars— Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what’s next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together.
Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:
- We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
- We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
- We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.
- We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, and you can do your best work with genuine care and purpose
We encourage innovation and forward thinking, empowering you to embrace what’s next and help shape the future of our firm
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Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.
Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide comprehensive benefits from day one, and a flexible personal time off policy. We’re committed to supporting your overall wellbeing and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.
Everyone counts: We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for everyone. We recognize and celebrate the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives that each of us bring – and that these experiences strengthen how we work together. Our commitment extends to ensuring that our application process is both inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us .
Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.
Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.
Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.
BDO may use artificial intelligence enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process. While these tools assist our teams, our use of AI does not replace human decision making, and all employment-related outcomes are made by BDO personnel.
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Ready to make your mark at BDO? send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists.
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