Core Business Services Launch Summer Intern (May 2024)

About EY

EY, a leading global professional services organization, is dedicated to building a better working world. With a strong commitment to quality & integrity, they offer a wide range of services including auditing, consulting, & tax advisory. Through innovative solutions and a diverse team of professionals, they help clients navigate complexities & drive sustainable growth in today's dynamic business landscape.

Your role

The opportunity: your next adventure awaits.

At EY, you define your success. The Launch Internship will serve as a launch pad for your career. They will provide you with the experience, exposure, and knowledge needed to better understand who they are and the work they do in professional services so that you can figure out what you want and begin building your unique career.

Get to know them and find out if EY is the place for you. The EY Launch Internship is an exploratory EY experience. While each intern’s experience will be unique, as an EY Launch Intern, you can expect to work on real business challenges; support client teams; and maximize your hands-on experience with customizable, virtual learnings. Along the way, you’ll develop an understanding of their four integrated service lines - Assurance, Consulting, Strategy and Transactions, and Tax - and their deep industry knowledge and inclusive culture.

While you explore the work they do, they’ll amplify your potential. Cultivating a culture of inclusiveness and diversity of thought takes colleagues from all walks of life – each with their unique perspectives and skills. The EY Launch Internship is one platform designed to support and develop underrepresented groups within the professional services industry. They’ll provide you with an extensive, structured support network that will guide you every step of the way – to understand just what’s expected of you; access the right experiences; and practice the technical, business, and communication skills that will set your career apart.

Your key responsibilities:

• Learning about a career in professional services, who they are, and the work they do. 
• Demonstrating desire, energy, and openness to varied experiences and opportunities. 
• Exploring and accessing learning, technology, relationships, and support. 
• Developing relationships with colleagues, and potentially identifying mentors who can contribute to your success. 
• Valuing differences and embracing a diverse and inclusive culture. 
• Discovering and considering your talents, interests, and ambitions.
• Defining and communicating a vision for your professional goals and future career opportunities.

Training & development

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. They’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through their coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skillsets you need to stay relevant today and, in the future.

Salary & benefits

The hourly pay range for this job is $23.80 - $41.11.

What’s in it for you:

• Accelerate your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future-focused courses and development programs.
• Broaden your horizons by working on highly integrated teams across the globe and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds - both professionally and culturally.
• Bring out the best in yourself with continuous investment in your personal well-being and career development.
• Develop your purpose and help them create a positive ripple effect on their teams, business, clients, and society - building a better working world, together.
• A competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to their business. 

Career progression

At EY with energy, drive, and imagination, there’s no limit to where your career can go. Mentored by industry leaders, they navigate through a culture of innovation, gaining insights and skills pivotal for ascending into consultant positions. This nurturing environment paves the way for interns to evolve into future leaders, embodying EY's commitment to building a better working world.

Work-life balance

EY Way of Work recognizes flexibility in the way they collaborate, innovate, and deliver with the ability to work in-person and remotely. To support a healthy and safe in-person working environment, EY has implemented various layers of health and safety controls while working in the office or at clients or other locations. EY helps you get your work done responsibly and flexibly while managing your busy life.

Culture & vibe

EY is committed to helping diverse talent thrive, whether it’s through their support for working parents, their innovative approach to student recruitment, or targeted action to level the playing field for women and ethnic minorities. Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who they are and how they work. EY is committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and people feel a sense of belonging.

About you

What they look for:

• You have an agile, growth-oriented mindset. What you know matters. But the right mindset is just as important in determining success. They’re looking for innovative people, who can work in an agile way and keep pace with a rapidly changing world.   
• You are curious and purpose-driven. They’re looking for people who see opportunities instead of challenges, who ask better questions to seek better answers that build a better working world.   
• You are inclusive. They’re looking for people who seek out and embrace diverse perspectives, who value differences, and team inclusively to build safety and trust.    

Qualifications:

• College freshman, sophomore, or junior status.
• An excellent academic record in Accounting, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Business, Finance, Economics or a related subject.
• Strong preference for affiliation in organizations committed to racial diversity and inclusiveness for underrepresented groups.
• A proven history of leadership, such as in a campus club or society. 
• A genuine interest in a professional services career.  
• The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary.
• Access to reliable transportation to/from the EY office and client sites. A driver’s license is strongly recommended as ride-share and public transportation options may not be available in all locations.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• ey.com/en_us/careers
• youtube.com/@ernstyoung