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Early Talent

College Hires

Future or recent graduates majoring in accounting, information systems, computer science, or related majors are encouraged to start and grow their careers at Kearney & Company. We build relationships for the long term. Several of our partners and principals began their careers as entry-level accountants or interns at Kearney.

Becoming a Kearney team member means a lot more than obtaining a first job out of college. It offers a path to an impactful career, extraordinary people who want them to succeed, limitless learning opportunities, and a sense of community.

We offer:

Competitive salary, including pay for all billable hours worked
Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Vacation, sick leave, and holidays
401(k) with company matching program
Certification bonuses
CPA review program, including a boot camp
Training opportunities and reimbursement for Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credit courses
Mentorship program
Tuition reimbursement
Fitness benefits

These are phenomenal entry-level opportunities for new graduates who want hands-on audit, IT audit, and accounting experience working with government agencies throughout the United States:

Accounting Associate

  • Assist with pre-audit planning for engagements; responsible for reviewing client accounting and operating procedures, as well as systems of internal control
  • Conduct audit tests to support professional opinions of client financial statements
  • Develop core foundation of accounting and audit concepts
  • Gain understanding of federal audit standards
  • Develop basic understanding of audit cycles, audit risk, federal financial statements, and federal accounting and audit terminology

IT Audit Associate

  • Assist with external/internal financial assessments
  • Perform audit procedures to determine design and operating effectiveness of controls
  • Conduct risk assessments
  • Work on various engagements (e.g., financial statement audits, internal controls, audit readiness, Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2014 [FISMA] security assessments)
  • Perform audits of IT systems and provide consulting and IT services
  • Engage in audit readiness activities
  • Perform internal controls review
  • Implement/transition financial systems
  • Develop skills in data analytics

Kearney Technology Group Analyst

  • Perform procedures relating to data analytics, robotics, and machine learning
  • Take and apply training in emerging technologies
  • Learn and leverage new programming languages
  • Increase knowledge of federal government’s financial and management responsibilities, as well as how technology and innovation fit into their missions
  • Assist in drafting and preparing engagement deliverables

Team Member Spotlights

“Being an intern at Kearney has been the single most influential experience in developing my professional skills while still in college. I worked in consulting, which requires you to manage professional relationships and meet deadlines to be effective. Just simply having access to talk with hundreds of Kearney employees, each willing to share advice, talk through challenges, and offer perspective has been so unbelievably helpful for me.”

“My two summers at Kearney have been truly transformative, giving me the flexibility to explore both auditing and technology consulting. Experiences in both areas allowed me to understand what I wanted to pursue for my future career. But what makes Kearney truly special is the people — the supportive, family-style environment that makes you feel at home from day one. It is incredible how a simple two-month internship can transform coworkers into close friends!”

“My internship at Kearney has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my college career. I always felt supported by my team, encouraged to learn, and trusted to contribute in meaningful ways. From the relationships I built during in-person week to the hands-on experience I gained throughout the summer, I truly felt valued and part of something bigger than myself. I’m incredibly grateful for everything I learned and the people who made this experience so memorable.”

“This entire internship has been absolutely amazing. It has been evident from the start that Kearney truly cares about and values its people. I got to meet so many amazing people and participate in so many fun experiences. I will leave this internship knowing I was valued and that my work made a meaningful impact.”

Summer Internship Program

Every summer, we welcome a class of interns for an inside look at what it’s like to work at Kearney. Our internship program features mentoring, hands-on work experience, networking opportunities, and a meaningful firm-wide community service project.

The application period is typically in the fall semester prior to the summer internship, closing in late October.

The internship program includes:

Hybrid work environment—work from home, Kearney headquarters, or a mix of both
First week of June start date
Week-long orientation
Mentorship program
Associate-level work experience
Hands-on experience working with federal clients (depending on the assignment)
Numerous opportunities for networking internally and externally
Participation in firm-wide events and initiatives
Intern-led firm-wide community service project—all proceeds go to a selection of charities of the intern class’s choice
End-of-Internship Symposium
Opportunity for a full-time job upon graduation

Summer Externship Program

Sophomores or above are invited to join Kearney for our two-day externship in August. Externs get first-hand exposure to a typical day working at Kearney. The program offers opportunities for obtaining career advice, enhancing résumés, attending breakout sessions, collaborating on a team project, and building a larger professional network.

The application period for externships is typically in the spring semester.

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