Job Description

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

• This application is for students who attend the Pathways Experience on Friday, October 3, 2025 .

• The Pathways Experience is a virtual, flexible program designed to give students a closer look at the RSM internship experience, our application process, and the opportunity to connect with professionals and recruiters across the firm. Programming is designed to be drop-in/drop-out, allowing students to participate as their schedules allow— full attendance is not required for early internship application consideration.

• To learn more and submit your Pathways interest: RSM Careers | Share Your Information. Deadline to submit your Pathways interest is Friday, September 26, 2025.

• What to Expect After You Apply: Our recruiting team will review your application and reach out regarding next steps based on your academic eligibility and location preferences . Please note: Not all teams will begin interviews this fall, but your local recruiter will guide you through the process and timeline.

• Important Application Instructions: In the open comment box of your internship application, please list your #1 office location preference first (e.g., Boston, MA ). This helps us align your application with the right team and recruiter.

At RSM, interns work with large and small companies in various industries. They develop strong working relationships with clients built on understanding their businesses and challenges. Interns work on multiple team engagements each year, including several pieces of any particular assignment - not just one part. Working in a mutually respectful team environment helps our associates perform at their best and integrate their career with their personal life.

Examples of the candidate’s responsibilities include:

• Understanding clients' needs and expectations, their business and industry, accounting and control systems, employees, company values and industry-related GAAP and GAAS issues

• Developing an understanding of the RSM audit approach and tools

• Assessing risks and evaluating the client's internal control structure

• Performing substantive tests and tests of internal controls to identify and resolve accounting or reporting issues

• Drafting financial statements under prescribed formats

• Communicating engagement findings with teams and clients

Basic Qualifications:

• 90 credit hours completed

• Working towards B.A. / B.S. degree or equivalent from accredited university

• Accounting major

• Travel to assigned client locations is required. Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those locations

• A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong computer skills, including MS Office

• Ability to work as an effective member of a team

• Motivated to work in a fast-paced environment

• Client focused

• Ability to multi-task

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at .

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 .

RSM does not intend to hire entry-level candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future. This includes individuals who will one day request or require RSM to file or complete immigration-related forms or prepare letters on their behalf in order for them to obtain or continue their work authorization.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the requirements of applicable law, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional information regarding RSM’s background check process, including information about job duties that necessitate the use of one or more types of background checks, click here .

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $29 - $34 per hour

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