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Case Competitions
KPMG Ideation Challenge (KIC)
Fire up your synapses and put your exceptional mind to work, harnessing the power of data and emergent technologies to crack complex business challenges. Work as a team with some of the brightest minds on campus. Bring your brilliant ideas to life as you compete with teams from across the U.S., with the winners going on to our global training program in Europe.
Career Exploration and Skill Development
Ace the Case
Practice your skills before putting them into practice with our Ace the Case program. This interactive program includes a case analysis workshop, presentation skills workshop, and business case simulation. Build the critical skills you need to analyze and present a compelling case, put them to the test and receive real-time feedback from KPMG professionals.
Branding U
Of course, you're brand-savvy! You dress to impress and follow the latest trends — but do you know what's the most essential brand in the world? Yours. KPMG Branding U is your source for advice on putting your best foot forward by creating a stellar résumé, networking, acing an interview, and so much more.
Frank K. Ross Leadership Institute
Looking for a chance to win a scholarship while boosting your leadership skills? This is a one-day leadership program that provides career development and networking opportunities for underrepresented students, with Frank K. Ross, the first Black partner elected to the KPMG partnership and founding member and former president of the National Association of Black Accountants (NABA).
Candidates should have intent to major in a degree KPMG actively recruits (Accounting, Finance, MIS, IS, CIS) and identify as Black or Hispanic/Latinx.
Rise Leadership Conference
Rise up and leave your mark with KPMG! Our Rise Leadership Conference is redefining how the firm engages and supports inclusivity by giving people of color, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+, and first-generation college students the opportunity to develop their leadership abilities. Rise participants enjoy a variety of scholarship and career opportunities, a multiday summer leadership conference, a development program, and more.
Candidates should be pursuing degrees in accounting, finance, engineering, or an IT major, and identify as a first-generation college student, veteran, person with disability, LGBTQ+, and/or person of color (Applicants who identify as a member of either traditionally underrepresented racial and ethnic minority groups within the professional services industry - Black or African-American, Hispanic or Latinx, American Indian or Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, or two or more races).
The deadline to apply is March 1, 2023.
KPMG Talent+
Open the door to a world of opportunities with the KPMG Talent+ leadership program. Explore our service areas while learning more about our dynamic culture and career opportunities. From networking with professionals and other top candidates to learning about KPMG and the work we do; our KPMG Talent+ program provides you a chance to be a part of our story and our family.
KPMG Women in Advisory Summit
The KPMG Women in Advisory Summit is a three-day program designed to highlight opportunities available to women interested in technology-focused Advisory roles. Participants will learn how KPMG Advisory uses top technology to unlock fresh business solutions, network with peers, and connect to KPMG opportunities through an immersive training experience.
Early Internship Application
Get an early start on your future career. At KPMG, we welcome early internship applications (two years prior to graduation) from eager go-getters looking to jump-start their careers.
Once successfully receiving an internship offer, candidates are invited to take a closer look at KPMG by gaining new insights into the career opportunities that we offer.
Global Advantage
A select number of candidates will be extended an invitation to join our Global Advantage program.
Open yourself up to a world of opportunity with this program. We designed this four-day global experience to help future KPMG interns discover what it means to work at one of the nation's leading professional service firms. All sessions are led by national KPMG partner instructors and will cover a range of topics, including:
Previous programs were hosted in London, Barcelona, Dublin, Berlin, Amsterdam, Budapest, and Copenhagen.
To participate in Global Advantage, candidates must meet certain eligibility requirements, including having officially accepted an internship offer.
Embark Scholars Program
We designed the Embark Scholars program to help high-performing students of color begin their career journey with the tools to be the KPMG leaders of tomorrow. This internship offers industry-leading technical and professional development training across all KPMG service areas and more.
Applicants must be currently pursuing an accounting (or other equivalent) or IT related degree from an accredited college/university and be interested in a career with a public accounting firm. Applicants who identify as a member of either traditionally underrepresented racial and ethnic minority groups within the professional services industry (Black or African-American, Hispanic or Latinx, American Indian or Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, or two or more races), are encouraged to apply.
Emily Cohen,
2022 participant
“KIC is a great way for students to step outside their comfort zones, speak in front of a potential employer, and present amazing ideas at the national and international levels. The program gave me the chance to envision myself at KPMG pursuing a career in the data consulting field.”
Julia Corr
Sr. Associate, Advisory
“Participating in a KPMG leadership program was a valuable experience because it allowed me to expand my network and witness KPMG's investment in its people, which enables each individual to contribute to the success of the firm.”
Gary Carter
Associate, Tax
“The Rise Leadership Institute helped me develop as a professional, provided me exposure to various fields of accounting, and connected me with a network of peers and professionals. Participating in this program helped me gain a competitive edge before starting full time and allowed me to define my intended career path through the support of mentors.”
Tim Hubner
Manager, Advisory
“Leadership programs offer a glimpse into the culture at KPMG while meeting future colleagues and learning about the types of roles and career paths that the firm can offer.”
Kate Marinkovich
Manager, Tax
“Global Advantage was an incredible introduction to the firm and an unparalleled opportunity that I didn't find elsewhere. The program really encompassed my favorite things about working at KPMG — the chance to build relationships with great people and the opportunity to have unique experiences like traveling to new destinations.”
James Nguyen
Sr. Associate, Audit
“By attending a leadership program, I learned a lot about KPMG and was able to understand what my future career progression could look like as an employee. Having a glimpse into the culture was a huge driver in helping me make the decision to join the firm.”
Lesley Vizcarra
Associate, Tax
"The Embark internship helped build my business acumen and develop my professional communication skills. And the rotational aspect of the internship allowed me to see the different career paths available to me."
Edwin McCray
Sr. Associate, Advisory
"Several years after the Embark experience, I’m still in contact with many fellow interns and professionals I’d met during the program. We’ve shared our experiences and insights, and this network has helped me put my best foot forward while building my career here."
Stephanie Luna
Associate, Tax
"The program provided me with a sense of belonging and helped me establish connections that I was able to continue building throughout college and as soon as I started as an associate at KPMG."
