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How can internships help contribute to your career as a CPA? We discuss this with Anaïs Eudes, Consultant – University Recruitment, at Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton.
How will completing an internship benefit you on your accounting journey?
Internships offer trainees practical experience in their field of study. It gives them the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge in a real work context and develop essential professional skills. When you do an internship with us, you feel better equipped afterwards in the classroom and have a better understanding of the concepts seen in class.
Internships also allow you to discover the different facets of the accounting profession and give you a clearer idea of what your future work will entail. When your internship begins, you will be asked to carry out various assignments. Since Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton has many clients, you will be involved in all kinds of fields and face a wide variety of situations.
Doing an internship also gives you the chance to start building your network right away. In our firm, this network extends to more than 100 offices offering many different services. This will be useful throughout your career.
What other skills can you acquire through an internship?
For us, work should be a source of pleasure and motivation. Right off the bat, you will be an integral part of the team and you can get involved in the social committee and participate in all of our events. We believe that the social ties created at work are essential to feeling good in your professional environment. Internships are a way to develop life skills that will serve you throughout your professional and personal life.
Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton is a human-scale firm with a warm and friendly working atmosphere. Interns, and all staff, are strongly encouraged to express themselves freely and share their ideas to help the firm grow. You will learn to put forth your projects and discuss them in a respectful manner. Another winning asset!
What are the advantages of doing your internship at Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton?
The quality of coaching is one of the first factors to consider. As of your first day with us, you will receive training to familiarize yourself with the firm’s procedures. You will also have access to online training about various topics, some of which will help you prepare for the CPA Common Final Examination.
We listen to our juniors and maintain a close relationship with management. We know that transparent and open communication is essential to maintaining a healthy and productive work environment. It’s part of our business culture.
On your first day, colleagues will be there to welcome you. A large firm can be intimidating, so the door is wide open to make you feel at home from the get-go. Mentors share their expertise, experiences and valuable advice to help you develop in your future profession. You will quickly acquire a great deal of autonomy and a sense of resourcefulness that will also serve you in your studies. All this while feeling supported at every stage of your development.