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 with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.
Your Opportunity
Our offices in the Ottawa Regionis currently looking for Co-op Students or Interns to join the Assurance team from January to April 2026 and own the following responsibilities:
1. Efficiently utilize technical knowledge from courses to carry out work projects and assignments
2. Prepare and complete working papers, financial statements, and notice to reader engagements per regulatory standards
3. Gather evidence for Assurance and Accounting engagements
4. Build positive working relationships with clients and effectively respond to request and suggestions
5. Effectively communicate with team members regarding progress updates and issues on an ongoing basis.
How do we define success for your role?
6. You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect & Collaboration
7. You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high-quality work
8. You identify, recommend, & are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
9. You share in an inclusive & engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent
10. You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
11. You grow your expertise through learning & professional development.
Your experience and education
12. You are currently working towards a degree/diploma, focused in accounting
13. You have a desire to provide outstanding client service and a commitment to teamwork
14. You have proven leadership skill and can take initiative to seek understanding
15. You display strong problem solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Earn your CPA designation
16. 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 for you to be successful.